If you want a quiet small town without being far from anything, take a look at Burnsville. It sits on U.S. 72 in Tishomingo County, about 14 miles from Corinth and 8 miles from Iuka. Homes here often come with more land for the money than in the bigger towns. The Franklin Agency helps buyers and sellers in Burnsville and the surrounding countryside, and we’re just down the highway in Corinth.
About Burnsville
Burnsville is a small town of about 870 people (2020 Census) at the intersection of U.S. 72 and Mississippi Highway 365. Highway 365 runs north toward Doskie and south toward Bay Springs Lake. The town sits on the west side of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, with Yellow Creek and Little Yellow Creek nearby, so there’s plenty of water close by for fishing and boating, and Pickwick Lake is a short drive north.
Living in Burnsville
- In town: Modest single-family homes, often on larger lots, along Highway 365 and the side streets near City Hall, the school and the library.
- Out in the country: Acreage, mini-farms and homes with shops and outbuildings along the county roads, popular with buyers who want a garden, livestock or room for equipment.
- Commuter-friendly: Highway 72 makes it easy to work in Corinth or Iuka and come home to a quieter setting. Commuting to the Shoals area of Alabama is possible too.
Schools & Community
Burnsville School serves grades K-8 in the Tishomingo County School District. For grades 9-12, the district operates Tishomingo County High School in Iuka and Belmont School, and exact zoning depends on the address, so we confirm it for every home. The Burnsville Public Library is in town.
Things to Do Nearby
- Fish and paddle on the Tenn-Tom Waterway, Yellow Creek and Bay Springs Lake.
- Spend a day on Pickwick Lake or at J.P. Coleman State Park, north of Iuka.
- Head to Corinth for shopping, dining, the Civil War Interpretive Center and Borroum’s famous slugburgers.
- Hike the rock formations and cross the historic swinging bridge at Tishomingo State Park, about 20 miles south.
Homes for Sale Near Burnsville
These listings come from the MLS and update automatically, including land and lots when available.
Selling Land or a Home in Burnsville
Rural properties need more than a sign in the yard. Buyers want to know about road frontage, utilities, timber, outbuildings and how the land lies. We’ll document all of that, take good photos and price your property against recent Tishomingo and Alcorn County sales.
Burnsville FAQ
Where is Burnsville, MS?
In Tishomingo County on U.S. 72, about 14 miles southeast of Corinth and about 8 miles west of Iuka.
What schools serve Burnsville?
Burnsville School serves grades K-8 in the Tishomingo County School District. The district’s high schools are Tishomingo County High School in Iuka and Belmont School, so we confirm zoning for each address.
Is Burnsville close to lakes?
Yes. The town sits along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, with Bay Springs Lake to the south and Pickwick Lake to the north.
Can I find acreage near Burnsville?
Yes. Rural tracts and homes with land are common in the area. Ask us to set up an acreage alert.
Nearby Areas We Serve
Burnsville is right between several towns we serve:
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Let’s Find Your Spot in Burnsville
We’ll show you what’s available and help you make a strong offer. Call (662) 331-2695 or stop by our office at 2010 E. Shiloh Rd, Corinth, MS 38834. Prefer email? Contact us here.
