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Thomas Street is a Tupelo community close to downtown and several green spaces
The residential Thomas Street neighborhood of Tupelo is not the city’s center, but its location near West Main Street provides access to all of its downtown happenings. At the same time, the community is surrounded by green spaces and local restaurants and is zoned for highly rated schools. The neighborhood is also priced lower than some of its surrounding communities. “You’re close to everything in Tupelo,” says Ricky Murphy, a Realtor with TM Realtors. “It’s an older part of town that has been kept up. There’s a lot going on and there are nice properties.”
Traditional homes and investment properties for lower prices than some surrounding communities
Traditional one-level homes with carports can range from $125,000 to $160,000. Larger homes can go from $215,000 to $430,000. Investment properties are also available, usually from $75,000 to $150,000. Neighborhood streets often have branching cul-de-sacs and are lined by oak trees. While some larger roads like Bryan Drive have sidewalks, most smaller streets do not.
In the Thomas Street neighborhood, some homes are spacious and situated on shaded lots.
Thomas Street is primarily composed of traditional single-story residences.
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Restaurants around West Main Street and name-brand shopping at The Mall at Barnes Crossing
Several local and chain restaurants are found around West Main Street, which acts as the community’s northern border. D’Casa is a popular Mexican restaurant with traditional entrees and giant drinks. Goodness Gracious specializes in soul food. Just west of the neighborhood, Connie’s Chicken serves a combination of fried chicken biscuits and blueberry doughnuts. A Walmart Supercenter sits across West Main Street. Downtown has boutiques like L.A. Green Tupelo. For name-brand shopping, The Mall at Barnes Crossing is less than 10 miles away.
Goodness Gracious in Wilemon Acres is known for its warm hospitality and delicious menu.
A short drive from Thomas Street, The Mall at Barnes Crossing gets around 12 million shoppers annually.
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Downtown is home to special sporting events, the annual Tupelo Elvis Festival and a farmers' depot
In downtown Tupelo, Cadence Bank Arena hosts concerts and special events like Harlem Globetrotters basketball games. The Tupelo Elvis Festival is a multi-day celebration of Elvis Presley’s life and music. Tribute performances, a 5K run and a youth day are part of the festivities. “I went once, and I thought it was going to be a joke, but it was actually entertaining,” Murphy says. The Tupelo Farmers’ Depot is held downtown on Saturdays from May through October. Several churches sit along South Thomas Street.
Not far from Thomas Street Cadence Bank Arena hosts concerts and special events.
There are many churches to choose from in Thomas Street.
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Students have highly rated options like Tupelo High School, where they can earn college credit
Students are served by Tupelo Public Schools. Kindergarten through second grade students can attend Thomas Street Elementary School, which has an A-minus Niche grade. Pierce Street Elementary School, which houses grades 3-6, also earns an A-minus. Tupelo Middle School holds an A rating, as does Tupelo High School, where students can earn college credits through partnerships with Delta State University and Itawamba Community College.
Pierce Street Elementary in Tupelo maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1.
Students build relationships that last a lifetime at Tupelo Middle School.
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Parks with basketball and pickleball courts, plus a lake and trail systems.
Several parks sit within a few miles of Thomas Street. Hancock Park has three basketball courts and two playgrounds. Dot Cooper Kelly Park at Lee Acres has a dozen pickleball courts among its amenities. Ballard Park houses a skate park, a lake and a nearly 3-mile trail system. The park is receiving renovations including a new playground, a pavilion and bathroom facilities. Just south of Ballard Park is the BankPlus Sportsplex, which has nine baseball diamonds. North of the community, Skate Zone of Tupelo is a kid-friendly roller-skating rink with food and games.
Discover the joy of childhood at Ballard Park in Tupelo, where laughter fills the air and children create unforgettable memories.
Experience the serene beauty of Hancock Park in Tupelo, where scenic walking paths invite you to explore the lush landscapes.
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Easy drives to downtown, the hospital and the airport
Natchez Trace Parkway runs west of the neighborhood, while West Main Street connects it with downtown Tupelo, about 3 miles east. Memphis is around 115 miles away. North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo is less than a 5-mile drive, and Tupelo Regional Airport is less than 3 miles away.
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Thomas Street Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Thomas Street, Tupelo sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Thomas Street, Tupelo over the last 12 months is $138,250.
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