Little Rock AFB, AR - Nearby Cities

Little Rock, AR
Little Rock is the largest city in the state of Arkansas and the state capital. The current population is 191,000 and is the county seat of Pulaski County. The city is located just 17 miles from the Little Rock Air Force Base. It gets its name from a "little rock" formation on the south bank of the Arkansas River. Little Rock is home to the newly constructed Dickey-Stephens Park where the Arkansas Travelers minor league baseball team plays. The stadium has capacity for 7,000 spectators.

Houses for sale in the area start at 297,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $605 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Embassy Suites and the Holiday Inn Hotel offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $99 a night.

Local attractions include the Arkansas Arts Center and Decorative Arts Museum which highlights creative works from local artists. The Arkansas Museum of Science and History is also nearby and is housed in a former U.S. Arsenal building. The MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History has many exhibits highlighting the military past and impact on the area of the region.

Sherwood, AR
Sherwood is a town in Pulaski County, Arkansas, that has a current population of 26,000 people making it the 16th largest city in Arkansas. It is a suburb of Little Rock and is located 10 miles away from the Little Rock Air Force Base. The median income for the city is $44,800, and the city stretches over 14 square miles. Sherwood is a quieter community than the larger nearby metropolitan cities and offers a peaceful place to live for those looking to relocate to the area.

Houses for sale in the area start at $212,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $575 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Hampton Inn and the Wyndham Riverfront offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $75 a night.

Local attractions include Peggy's Zoo and the Little Rock Zoo which offer animal exhibits of various species of exotic animals. The Museum of Discovery and the Historic Arkansas Museum also cover the history of the area in numerous displays and exhibits. The Aerospace Education Center allows family members to experience and view NASA's exploration into space and the many missions and discoveries that have come out of the years that space shuttles have been leaving earth and returning home.

Jacksonville, AR
Jacksonville is a small town in Pulaski County, Arkansas, that has a current population of just over 30,000 people. The town evolved around the railroad depot that is located nearby. Jacksonville is located just 4 miles from the Little Rock Air Force Base making it a popular destination for those military personnel and their families who are looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $129,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $449 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Cranberry Inn and the Days Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $52 a night.

Local attractions include the Jacksonville Museum of Natural History which has dinosaur exhibits and multiple displays showing the mummified remains of ancient ancestors. Fascinating photographs and artifacts make the museum a fun outing for all ages. There are several championship golf courses in town such as the Deer Run Golf Course and the Foxwood Golf Club. Water hazards, sand bunkers, and rolling greens are incorporated into the designs making the courses a challenge for all levels of players.

Cabot, AR
Cabot is a suburb of Little Rock with a population of 21,000 people. The city is located in Lonoke County and is counted as the 20th largest city in the state. Little Rock Air Force Base is located just 11 miles from the city making the short commute an attractive quality for those military personnel and their families looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $139,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $450 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Days Inn and America's Best Value Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $52 a night.

Local attractions include the AllFam Bowling Center which offers a 34,000 square foot, 32 lane, state of the art bowling center complete with a 2200 square foot arcade and state of the art technology. There is the Kingpin Restaurant for those looking for a meal or snack while bowling. The Cabot Parks and Recreation Center offers a playground, walking trails, baseball complexes, municipal pool, and tennis courts. There are a number of activities for outdoor enthusiasts as well as softball, soccer, and football complexes.

Gibson, AR
Gibson is a town of 4,600 people and is located in Pulaski County, Arkansas. The city covers 8 square miles and has a median income of $46,000 people. The Little Rock Air Force Base is located just 7 miles from the city which makes it a popular destination for those military personnel and civilians who are looking for a place to live close to where they work. The short commute makes the city an attractive place for new residents.

Homes for sale in the area start at $192,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $450 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Best Western and the Holiday Inn Express offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet with rates and complimentary breakfasts starting at $80 a night.

Local attractions include the Museum of Discovery in nearby Little Rock and the famous Riverfront Park. The Wild River Country Water Park is Arkansas' largest water park and offers many double rafts slides and a lazy river for leisurely floating. The Vortex is a dark tube tide where visitors can experience the thrill of the speed slide in the dark. Family members of all ages will find the water park a thrilling adventure.