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Downtown Neighborhood Guide Starkville, MS
About
Downtown Starkville, Mississippi, is a vibrant, welcoming neighborhood in the heart of the city, brimming with high-quality restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. It is home to the famous Cotton District, America's first New Urbanist neighborhood, and serves as the primary location for the city's annual Cotton District Arts Festival. Downtown Starkville is easily accessible via the prominent Highway 182. It is noted for its unique blend of Southern charm and modern urban design, making it an endearing location for locals and visitors alike.
What You Will Love about downtown, starkville, mississippi
- Experiencing Mississippi hospitality in the diverse range of restaurants, boutique shops, and friendly local businesses.
- Enjoying a wide range of events throughout the year, including the Cotton District Arts Festival and unique Bulldog Bash.
- Exploring the historic Cotton District, known for its architecturally impressive and culturally rich environment.
What’s Nearby
Downtown Starkville is near Mississippi State University, the state's largest university, providing the neighborhood with a youthful, energetic vibe. A short drive will take you to the Oktibbeha County Lake, a beautiful and serene destination for boating and fishing. The Starkville Community Market is also nearby, offering fresh local produce and handmade goods.
Lifestyle
Life in Downtown Starkville is a fusion of classic Southern living and a vibrant city lifestyle, all within a warm, close-knit community. The neighborhood has a youthful energy due to the proximity of the university, yet maintains a reputation for friendly, laid-back living.
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Rental Trends in Downtown
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 144 restaurants, 19 grocery stores, and 11 parks within a mile of the Downtown neighborhood.
United ProduceRetail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•0.3 miles
900 Louisville St
Tienda Hispana La VilletaRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
210 Highway 12 W
- Asian Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
210 Highway 12 W
- Starkville Community Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Grocery Store
•0.9 miles
465 E Lampkin St
- Central Station
Business and Professional Services, Home Improvement Service, Mover, Retail, Shopping Mall
•0.9 miles
200 S Montgomery St
- Aldi
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.0 mile
671 Highway 12 W
- Tienda Hispana La Villeta
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
210 Highway 12 W
- Asian Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
210 Highway 12 W
- Bulldog Package Store
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.3 miles
301 Highway 12 W
- A Package Store
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.5 miles
309 Highway 12 E
- Starkville Discount Liquors
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.5 miles
1024 Louisville St
- Hair Of The Dawg
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.6 miles
201 Academy Rd
La TerrazaDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant, Tex-Mex Restaurant
•0.1 miles
111 Eckford Dr
- The Breakfast Club
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•0.2 miles
105 Eckford Dr
- Cappe's Steakhouse
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Steakhouse
•0.2 miles
105 Eckford Dr
- KFC
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Fried Chicken Joint, Fast Food Restaurant
•0.2 miles
127A Highway 12 W
- Bops
Dining and Drinking, Dessert Shop, Ice Cream Parlor, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.2 miles
127 Highway 12 W
- No Way Jose
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant, Tex-Mex Restaurant
•0.2 miles
125 Highway 12 W
- Fast Break
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1201 Highway 82 W
- Twigs Nursery and Landscaping
Retail, Garden Center
•0.1 miles
7653 Oktoc Rd
- Shaggy Hound
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.2 miles
620 Yellow Jacket Dr
- Dirt Cheap
Retail, Discount Store
•0.3 miles
800 Louisville St
- United Produce
Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•0.3 miles
900 Louisville St
- Tuesday Morning
Retail, Discount Store
•0.3 miles
305 Highway 12 W
Oktibbeha County LakeLandmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.1 miles
County Lake Rd
- Josey Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.6 miles
Josey Street, Starkville, Mississippi
- Starkville Parks & Recreation
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.7 miles
405 Lynn Ln
- Patriot Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.9 miles
Whitfield St
- McKee Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.9 miles
405 Lynn Ln
- Old Main District
Landmarks and Outdoors
•1.0 mile
201 E Main St
Skate OdysseyArts and Entertainment
•0.3 miles
830 Louisville St
- Jillybeans
Arts and Entertainment, Amusement Park
•0.6 miles
410 Highway 12 E
- McCleskey's Deli
Arts and Entertainment, Bowling Alley, Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Deli
•0.7 miles
400 Highway 12 W
- Gridiron Club At Davis Wade Stadium
Arts and Entertainment, Stadium, Sports and Recreation
•0.9 miles
LEE Blvd
- Dunkington Art & Jewelry
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery, Retail, Fashion Retail, Jewelry Store
•0.9 miles
109 S Lafayette St
- The Guest Room
Arts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant, New American Restaurant
•0.9 miles
100 E Main St
Fast BreakRetail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1201 Highway 82 W
- Shaggy Hound
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.2 miles
620 Yellow Jacket Dr
- Teresa's Hair Design
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.3 miles
800 Louisville St
- Nail Tech
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Nail Salon
•0.3 miles
120 Highway 12 W
- Bulldog Family & Barber Styles
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.3 miles
210 Highway 12 W
- R & M Tire Pros
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.3 miles
117 Highway 12 W
Starkville Athletic ClubSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.2 miles
100 Eckford Dr
Deweese Gun-Pawn-Trophy ShopRetail, Sporting Goods Retail
•0.3 miles
208 Highway 12 W
- Sports Center
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail
•0.3 miles
311 Highway 12 W
- Fit By Stins
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.5 miles
112 Willow Rd
- Big Dawg Personal Training
Sports and Recreation, Personal Trainer
•0.6 miles
112 Willow Rd
- CLUB4 Fitness
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.7 miles
406 Highway 12 W
Mayhew Junction Brewing CompanyDining and Drinking, Brewery
•0.2 miles
106 Eckford Dr
- Brewski's
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, Cajun and Creole Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.3 miles
301 Highway 12 W
- Corky's Party Place
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Wine Bar, Restaurant
•0.7 miles
632 Highway 12 E
- Taste
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Italian Restaurant
•0.7 miles
208 Lincoln Grn
- The Guest Room
Arts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant, New American Restaurant
•0.9 miles
100 E Main St
- Burgundy Room
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, Burger Joint, Mexican Restaurant
•0.9 miles
110 E Main St
Starkville Public LibraryCommunity and Government, Library
•1.0 mile
326 University Dr
- Aiken Village Pre School
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.4 miles
20 Wallace Cir
- Mary Cathey Headstart Center
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•2.1 miles
1617 Louisville St
State Urgent CareHealth and Medicine, Urgent Care Center
•0.6 miles
521 S Montgomery St
- Starkville Fire Department
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•0.7 miles
523 Academy Rd
- Starkville Police Department
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.9 miles
101 E Lampkin St
- Baptist Urgent Care - Starkville
Health and Medicine, Urgent Care Center
•0.9 miles
500 Russell St
- Cotton Crossings Fire Alarm
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•0.9 miles
500 Russell St
- Oktibbeha County Emergency Management
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.0 mile
100 Jefferson St
Downtown Apartments and Rentals
14 Rental properties in Downtown, Starkville, MS.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 7% | 29.8% |
| utilities | 2.1% | 16.3% |
| food | 2% | 4.9% |
| transportation | 3.7% | 10.2% |
| healthcare | 14.5% | 14.3% |
Downtown Transportation
Somewhat Walkable
Somewhat Bikeable
Downtown Schools
- 4/10
Grades 10-12 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Millsaps Career And Technology Center
Grades 9-12 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades 5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-12 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-12 • Private