FAYETTE COUNTY, TENNESSEE
More Space. Distinct Communities. Greater Memphis Within Reach
Discover a different side of Greater Memphis, where growing towns, historic communities, open land, larger properties, and a more relaxed pace of life come together just east of Shelby County.
Discover Fayette County, Tennessee
Fayette County offers a different side of Greater Memphis living: historic small towns, growing suburban communities, rural acreage, farmland, outdoor recreation and room to spread out. From Oakland and Piperton in western Fayette County to Somerville, Rossville and the county's smaller communities, buyers will find a wide range of settings and lifestyles.
Living in Fayette County
Fayette County stretches east from Shelby County and includes both fast-growing communities near the Memphis suburbs and more rural towns, farms and countryside farther east.
More Room to Spread Out
Housing ranges from traditional subdivisions and newer construction to homes on larger lots, acreage properties, farms and rural estates.
Connected to Greater Memphis
Highway 64, Highway 57, Highway 196 and I-40 connect Fayette County with Collierville, Arlington, Lakeland and the broader Memphis metropolitan area.
Small Towns & Rural Landscapes
Historic town squares, agricultural land, wooded areas and smaller communities give Fayette County a character that is distinct from the more developed Memphis suburbs.
Western Fayette County
Oakland, Piperton, Rossville and the western side of Fayette County continue to attract residential and commercial growth because of their proximity to Shelby County.
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Fayette County Communities
Fayette County is made up of incorporated towns and smaller unincorporated communities, each offering its own setting, location and character.
Somerville
Fayette County's historic county seat, centered around the courthouse square with local businesses, restaurants, civic services and community events.
Oakland
One of Fayette County's largest and fastest-growing communities, with newer neighborhoods, Highway 64 shopping and convenient access toward Memphis.
Piperton
Located immediately east of Collierville, Piperton combines residential development, rural land and convenient access to Highway 57 and Highway 385.
Rossville
A small historic community along Highway 57 and the Wolf River, convenient to Piperton and Collierville.
Moscow
A small incorporated community in southern Fayette County surrounded by rural land and countryside.
Williston
A small Fayette County town offering a rural residential setting southeast of Somerville.
Gallaway
A small incorporated city in northwestern Fayette County with convenient regional access toward Arlington and Memphis.
Braden
A small incorporated Fayette County community surrounded by agricultural and rural residential land.
La Grange
A historic small town in eastern Fayette County near the Wolf River and some of the county's most significant natural areas.
Hickory Withe
An unincorporated western Fayette County community increasingly associated with residential growth along the Memphis-Arlington and Highway 196 corridors.
Macon
An unincorporated community surrounded by farmland and rural residential properties in central Fayette County.
Longtown
A rural Fayette County community with agricultural land, larger properties and a traditional West Tennessee setting.
Fayette County includes additional rural areas and smaller communities beyond those featured here. Explore Fayette County Communities →
Restaurants Around Fayette County
Fayette County's restaurant scene reflects its communities: locally owned Southern restaurants, barbecue, Mexican food, pizza, wings and longtime small-town favorites.
Raven & Lily Court
Located on Somerville's historic Court Square, Raven & Lily offers a polished take on Southern cooking with brunch, dinner and seasonal specials.
Wolf River Cafe
A longtime Rossville favorite serving breakfast, plate lunches and classic Southern comfort food in an easygoing small-town setting.
Loven-Fresh Smokehouse Barbecue
An old-school Oakland smokehouse known for hickory-smoked ribs, pulled pork and traditional barbecue favorites.
Street Tacos
A casual Oakland spot specializing in street-style tacos, burritos, street corn and other Mexican favorites.
Main Street Eatery
A family-owned Somerville restaurant near the courthouse serving breakfast, lunch and homestyle Southern favorites.
Milano's Pizza
A longtime Highway 64 restaurant serving pizza, calzones, stromboli, pasta, sandwiches and casual Italian favorites.
The Hut
A small-town diner serving breakfast, barbecue and familiar American comfort food along Highway 64.
King of Wings
A longtime local stop specializing in sauced wings, chicken and classic quick-service sides near downtown Somerville.
Don Don Hot Wings
A downtown Somerville favorite focused on made-to-order whole wings, fried sides and casual takeout.
Olympic Steak & Pizza
A family-friendly Oakland restaurant offering pizza, steaks, seafood, pasta, sandwiches and a broad casual menu.
El Nopal
A longstanding Highway 64 Mexican restaurant serving fajitas, tacos, combination plates and familiar Tex-Mex favorites.
Green Cactus
A family-run Oakland restaurant offering breakfast along with Mexican-inspired dishes and familiar American comfort food.
Restaurant hours and offerings can change, particularly among smaller locally owned businesses. Explore Fayette County Dining →
Shopping in Fayette County
Shopping in Fayette County ranges from local boutiques and historic-town businesses to the growing retail corridors in western Fayette County.
Somerville Court Square
The historic courthouse square remains a center for local businesses, gifts, services, restaurants and community activity in the county seat.
Explore Somerville →Oakland Shopping Corridor
Oakland's Highway 64 corridor provides much of western Fayette County's everyday shopping, grocery, dining and service options.
Explore Oakland →Rossville Main Street
Rossville's compact Main Street area reflects the county's small-town character with local businesses and services near the Wolf River.
Local Shops & Specialty Retail
Independent boutiques, gift stores, markets and service businesses are spread throughout Somerville, Oakland and other Fayette County communities.
View Local Shopping Directory →Parks & Outdoor Recreation
Fayette County's open landscape provides access to fishing, trails, forests, wildlife areas, community parks and other outdoor recreation.
Herb Parsons Refuge & Bill Dance Lake
The popular Fayette County fishing area includes a 177-acre lake with fishing access, boating facilities and outdoor recreation.
Explore TWRA Resources →Wolf River State Forest
Established in 2024, the state forest protects thousands of acres in the upper Wolf River watershed and preserves an important part of Fayette County's natural landscape.
Explore Wolf River State Forest →Ghost River State Natural Area
A distinctive section of the Wolf River wetlands near La Grange known for paddling, wildlife, forested wetlands and the Mineral Slough area.
Explore the Wolf River →Cypress Creek Veterans Park
An Oakland multi-use community park with athletic facilities, playground space, picnic areas and youth recreation.
Explore Oakland Parks →University Park & Bark Park
Somerville's University Park area includes green space and a fully fenced dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs.
Explore Somerville →Fair Oaks Golf Course
An 18-hole golf course in Oakland providing another outdoor recreation option in western Fayette County.
Explore Oakland →Events & Community Traditions
Fayette County's calendar reflects its small-town communities, with festivals, live music, races, arts and seasonal traditions.
Fayette County Cotton Festival
Somerville's signature annual festival fills the historic square with live music, arts and crafts, food, a car show and family activities.
Explore Chamber Events →Music on the Somerville Square
Seasonal evenings of live music, food and community gathering take place against the backdrop of Somerville's historic courthouse square.
View Somerville Events →High Cotton 5K
A community run through historic Somerville held in conjunction with the Cotton Festival and supporting Fayette Cares.
Explore Fayette Cares Events →Oakland Oktoberfest
A community festival traditionally featuring food, vendors, children's activities and live entertainment in Oakland.
Explore Oakland →Oakland Christmas Parade
Oakland's annual Christmas parade brings residents together for a traditional community holiday celebration.
View Parade Information →Somerville Art Gallery
The Town of Somerville's gallery hosts exhibitions and community arts programming, including opportunities for artists from across Fayette County.
Explore Somerville →Explore Fayette County
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