Best Areas to Live in Brandon
Brandon's most frequently cited residential draws span several real, named areas, from the well-regarded Crossgates area to its historic downtown.
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Learn moreThe Crossgates area
The Crossgates area, incorporated into Brandon in 1978, is a real, well-regarded residential area with spacious homes and access to green space.
Historic downtown Brandon
The Downtown Brandon Historic District along Government Street offers a genuine small-city character with local businesses, a community theater, and city government buildings.
Areas near the Ross Barnett Reservoir
Areas near the real Ross Barnett Reservoir draw residents interested in lake recreation, boating, and fishing.
Key takeaways
- The Crossgates area offers spacious homes and green space, incorporated into Brandon in 1978.
- Historic downtown Brandon offers a genuine small-city character along Government Street.
- Areas near the Ross Barnett Reservoir draw residents interested in lake recreation.
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