Tuscumbia, AL Homes for Rent

Tuscumbia, AL, is a historic town in northwest Alabama, known as the birthplace of Helen Keller. The town's rich history includes its origins with the Chickasaw people and its development as an agricultural and transportation hub. Ivy Green, Keller's homestead, is now a museum offering guided tours and summer plays. Tuscumbia features a variety of single-family home styles, including ranch, Greek revival, colonial farmhouse, craftsman bungalow, neoclassical, and contemporary, with historic homes near downtown. Spring Park is a central attraction, offering natural springs, a manmade waterfall, walking trails, and picnic areas. The park hosts the annual Helen Keller Festival and the Oka Kapassa Native American Festival. The Alabama Music Hall of Fame and local golf courses like Tennessee Valley Country Club and Spring Creek Golf Course are popular attractions. Downtown Tuscumbia boasts shops, antique stores, and eateries like Superhero Chefs, founded by Food Network-featured Darnell Ferguson. Along Highway 72/20, residents enjoy dining at Momma Jean’s Restaurant and Charlie’s Coffee. Tuscumbia City Public Schools have high graduation rates, supported by the Tuscumbia Education Foundation. The town is accessible via U.S. Highways 72/20 and 43, with Northwest Alabama Regional Airport 6 miles away and Huntsville International Airport 60 miles away. The local government focuses on infrastructure and park improvements through the Tuscumbia Tomorrow plan.