Fayetteville is a college town in Washington County.. The city is the third most populous in Arkansas and serves as the county seat of Washington County.

The home of the University of Arkansas and the "FightingRazorbacks", Fayetteville is located in the beautiful Boston Mountains at the foot of the Missouri Ozarks.

Old Main, the oldest building on campus, is the “mother” of all the other buildings of the University of Arkansas. Initially it was called “the University building.” In 1895, it was given a name that lasted the longest—University Hall—although for many years thereafter it was affectionately called “Old Main.” The Board of Trustees corrected this in 1991 when, after a major renovation, it officially changed the name to Old Main.

The city is served by Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport in Highfill, Arkansas. The airport also serves Springdale, Arkansas, Bentonville, Arkansas (home to Wal-Mart), Rogers, Arkansas, and all of Northwest Arkansas.

Fayetteville isn't just a part of Northwest Arkansas, it is Northwest Arkansas. Centrally located to everything the state's fastest-growing area has to offer, Fayetteville has so much to do, you may never need to leave the city limits. Discover the area's most vibrant nightlife, unique shopping, historical sites and outdoor activities that take advantage of the magnificent Ozark Mountains.

The Public School System in Prairie Grove is superb. Academic requirements are high and a robust sports program is also available. The school buildings are located on a campus at the north end of town and are not more than a 5 minute drive from any place within the city limits.  School buses serve the outlying areas and generally provide, as school lets out in the afternoons, the only thing that even approaches a traffic jam in our little community.

The city has opened an Aquatic Park within the last 2 years that would be the envy of many larger towns. There is a large pool, a children's pool, play area and water slide.  Next to the pool is a new city park which features several ball fields and walking trails.

As one moves out from the edges of town, you can find many things to do. Within 3 miles of the city limits, there are 2 fishing lakes.  Prairie Grove Lake, 3 miles to the south, is a small lake restricted to boats with no motors. It supplies much of the city's drinking water and some good crappie fishing.  Three miles to the west is Bob Kidd Reservoir, home to a Bass Fishing Club and some very nice size bass. Prairie Grove also sits in the middle of good hunting country. There are several seasons each year such as bow, black powder and modern gun.  About 20 miles to the south is Devil's Den State Park featuring a small lake, canoeing, fishing and some of the most beautiful walking trails you will find anywhere in the country. About 20 miles to the Northwest is Lake Wedington, yet another superb outdoor recreation area.  Just to the east of town is a new golf course with new homes lining the fairways.

Fayetteville is a clean, very appealing small city with many parks and green space areas resulting from and nurtured by strict development regulations and a goal of keeping the city looking green and pretty.

Housing Cost

Housing in Prairie Grove is available and affordable. As a small, as yet 'undiscovered' community, housing prices tend to run 25% to 45% cheaper than in many of the larger communities in the area.  Homes range from stately old Victorians thru quaint 1920's cottages and into the latest in home building technology.  There is a lovely Historic District, several neighborhoods of 20 to 40 year old homes and several new subdivisions right on the edge of town.  All of this is located in a charming little town with a noticeably low crime rate, friendly people and hometown service from our merchants.

Average Home Price Range $225,000. ranging from $130,000 and up. Average Lot Price $75,000 Ranging from $35,000 and up.

Demographics

Estimated population in July 2005: 66,655. Fayetteville covers 43.4 square miles.  It sits at an elevation of 1,400 feet above sea level.

Zip codes: 72701, 72703, 72704 - Area code: 479

Climate

Fayetteville, AR climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 30's.

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 88.80 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 22.00 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 23 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 23 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Fayetteville is 46.92 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is May with an average rainfall of 5.23 Inches.

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