Shelby County, Tennessee
Welcome to Shelby County, Tennessee
Explore homes for sale in Shelby County TN and discover communities throughout the Greater Memphis area, from established neighborhoods to growing suburbs with convenient access to schools, parks, shopping, dining, and major employment centers.
About Shelby County
Welcome to Shelby County, Tennessee
Shelby County is the heart of the Memphis metropolitan area and offers an incredible variety of places to live, from the energy and culture of Memphis to the quiet suburban communities and smaller towns that surround it. Whether you’re looking for a walkable urban neighborhood, a family-friendly suburb, a large property, new construction, or a quieter community away from the city, you’ll find a wide range of options throughout Shelby County.
The county combines big-city amenities with the character of established communities including Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville, Cordova, Germantown, Lakeland, Millington, and Memphis. Each community has its own personality, neighborhoods, schools, restaurants, parks, and lifestyle.
For people relocating to the area, one of the biggest advantages is choice. You can live close to downtown Memphis and its music, entertainment, restaurants, museums, and cultural attractions, or move farther east and enjoy a more suburban environment with larger neighborhoods, shopping centers, parks, and recreational opportunities.
WHY PEOPLE MOVE TO SHELBY COUNTY
Why Live in Shelby County?
A Variety of Communities
From urban neighborhoods to suburban communities and smaller towns, Shelby County offers housing options for many different lifestyles and budgets.
Convenient Location
Shelby County is centrally located in the Mid-South, with major highways, the Mississippi River, Memphis International Airport, rail connections, and extensive transportation infrastructure.
Jobs & Business
Memphis is home to major employers and industries including transportation, logistics, healthcare, education, manufacturing, retail, and distribution.
Culture & Entertainment
Memphis is internationally recognized for its contributions to blues, soul, rock ‘n’ roll, and American music history. The area also offers museums, theaters, festivals, sporting events, live music, and year-round entertainment.
Outdoor Recreation
Residents have access to thousands of acres of parks, greenways, trails, lakes, forests, and outdoor recreation throughout the county.
COMMUNITIES
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Memphis
Experience the heart of the region with historic neighborhoods, downtown living, music, restaurants, entertainment, and cultural attractions.
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Arlington
A growing community known for its small-town atmosphere, neighborhoods, parks, and family-oriented lifestyle.
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Bartlett
A popular suburban community northeast of Memphis offering established neighborhoods, shopping, restaurants, parks, and convenient access to the city.
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Collierville
Known for its historic Town Square, established neighborhoods, shopping, restaurants, parks, and suburban lifestyle.
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Cordova
A large Memphis-area community offering a wide range of homes, neighborhoods, shopping, dining, recreation, and convenient access to Memphis.
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Germantown
An established suburban community known for beautiful neighborhoods, parks, shopping, dining, and community amenities.
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Lakeland
A growing suburban community east of Memphis offering newer residential development, parks, recreation, and a more relaxed suburban setting.
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Millington
A smaller community north of Memphis offering a quieter lifestyle, outdoor recreation, and access to Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park.
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Schools
Shelby County Schools
Schools & Education in Shelby County
Families relocating to Shelby County have access to a variety of public school systems, private schools, charter schools, colleges, universities, and specialized educational programs.
Shelby County currently has seven school districts, including municipal school systems serving several suburban communities. Because school attendance zones can vary by property address, prospective homebuyers should verify the current school assignment for any property they are considering.
Explore Local School Districts
- Memphis-Shelby County Schools
- Arlington Community Schools
- Bartlett City Schools
- Collierville Schools
- Germantown schools
- Lakeland schools
- Millington Municipal Schools
🍽 Restaurants
Dining Around Shelby County
One of the best things about living in the Memphis area is the food.
Shelby County offers everything from world-famous Memphis barbecue and Southern cooking to fine dining, international cuisine, cafés, breweries, food halls, and locally owned neighborhood restaurants.
Memphis’ culinary identity is closely connected to barbecue, soul food, and Southern cuisine, while communities throughout the county offer their own collection of restaurants and local favorites. Memphis Tourism highlights the region’s extensive restaurant scene and its reputation for barbecue and Southern food.
Explore Dining By Community
Memphis
Downtown, Midtown, Cooper-Young, South Main, Overton Square and surrounding neighborhoods.
Collierville
Town Square, Carriage Crossing and surrounding shopping districts.
Germantown
Saddle Creek, Germantown Parkway and local neighborhood restaurants.
Arlington
Local restaurants and small-town dining around the historic community.
Bartlett
A variety of casual dining, family restaurants and local businesses.
Cordova
Extensive shopping and dining options throughout the Germantown Parkway corridor.
Parks & Recreation
Parks and Outdoor Activities
Shelby County offers an impressive variety of outdoor recreation, from urban parks and greenways to forests, lakes, trails, and large natural areas.
One of the area’s most recognizable destinations is Shelby Farms Park, a roughly 4,500-acre urban park offering trails, lakes, recreation areas, events, and outdoor activities.
Other major outdoor destinations include Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park and T.O. Fuller State Park, along with numerous municipal and county parks throughout the region.
Popular Outdoor Destinations
- Shelby Farms Park
- Shelby Farms Greenline
- Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
- T.O. Fuller State Park
- Wolf River Greenway
- Overton Park
- Tom Lee Park
- Memphis Botanic Garden
- Local community parks and recreation centers
THINGS TO DO
in Shelby County
There’s always something happening throughout the Memphis area.
Residents can enjoy:
Live music
Memphis barbecue
Professional and college sports
Theater and performing arts
Museums and galleries
Festivals and community events
Parks and outdoor recreation
Music history
Mississippi River activities
Memphis Tourism identifies music, food, civil rights history, attractions, and entertainment among the area’s major draws.
Popular Attractions
- Beale Street
- Graceland
- National Civil Rights Museum
- Memphis Zoo
- Memphis Botanic Garden
- Overton Park
- Tom Lee Park
- Stax Museum of American Soul Music
- Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum
- Orpheum Theatre
- Shelby Farms Park
Homes for Sale
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