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New Albany, MS

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Savor the Fair and Friendly City’s many amenities

Suburban Scenic Diverse Close-Knit Historic Growing Vibrant Affordable Peaceful Riverside

Located in the heart of the Mississippi Hills along the Tallahatchie River, New Albany is a picturesque small town and the birthplace of Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner. Known as the Fair and Friendly City, New Albany is home to a close-knit community brought together by a bevy of special events like the Union County Fair and Livestock Show, Faulkner Fest, and Tallahatchie RiverFest.

New Albany touts a historic charm, with attractions such as the Ingomar Indian Mounds, Union County Heritage Museum, and a vibrant historic downtown area listed on the National Register offering a peek into the town’s storied past. Downtown New Albany is also brimming with many specialty shops, eateries, antique stores, and parks.

Tanglefoot Trail—Mississippi’s longest paved rails-to-trails route—starts in Downtown New Albany as well, stretching 44 miles through an array of scenic villages and countryside to its terminus in Houston, Mississippi. Additional options for outdoor recreation abound at the BNA Sportsplex, numerous local parks, and the nearby Holly Springs National Forest. Quick access to I-22 makes getting around from New Albany simple.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in New Albany, MS is $1,113 for one bedroom, $972 for two bedrooms, and $1,339 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in New Albany has increased by 6.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,113/month
741 Sq Ft
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Transportation

33

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

33

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Ingomar Attendance Center

Public

Grades PK-12

654 Students

5
out of 10

New Albany Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,048 Students

Rating Unavailable

Ingomar Attendance Center

Public

Grades PK-12

654 Students

5
out of 10

New Albany Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

482 Students

Rating Unavailable

New Albany High School

Public

Grades 9-12

584 Students

7
out of 10

Ingomar Attendance Center

Public

Grades PK-12

654 Students

5
out of 10

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