Your Guide to Buying a Home in Sherwood, AR

Buying a Home in Sherwood, Arkansas

Sherwood is located in Pulaski County

Sherwood has had the leadership of eight Mayors during its fifty-five year history. Each has contributed significantly to the growth of the City and expansion of services for its residents. Today the City of Sherwood boasts the third lowest crime rate of any city in the State of Arkansas. Our Animal Services Department has one of the most successful animal adoption programs in the country, with the second lowest euthanasia rate of any city except San Francisco, California. Our Parks and Recreation Department hosts thousands of fans from all over the United States each year during our summer baseball tournaments. The Senior Citizens Center serves over 600 of our seniors with a busy calendar of social events, trips, local transportation assistance to grocery stores, doctor’s offices, and shopping centers, and a daily activity schedule at the Center that includes computer classes, bingo, line dancing, ceramics classes, crafts, board games, and Tai Chi classes.

The City of Sherwood offers a high quality of life for its citizens, while keeping their tax burden low. We are optimistic about our continued growth, and look forward to finding new ways to improve our community. 

The Arkansas Department of Volunteerism recognizes the Volunteer Community of the Year each year. Cities that win are eligible every other year to be considered again. The City of Sherwood has been recognized as the Volunteer Community of the Year three consecutive times, in 1998, 2000, and most recently in 2002. Sherwood is pleased to receive this recognition on behalf of its many citizens who have donated their time and energy to improve our community.

In 2001, the Wall Street Journal wrote, "When you visit Sherwood you will experience a rare comfort that makes you feel like you’re home. The people here are friendly, the atmosphere is relaxing, and visitors are always welcome."

Source: ci.sherwood.ar.us