Homes for Rent in Martin Park, Alexandria

Martin Park in Alexandria is a neighborhood characterized by ranch-style and midcentury modern homes built between the 1950s and 1970s. These properties typically sit on lots larger than a quarter-acre, often featuring mature pine and magnolia trees, and over 90 percent of the backyards are fenced, making it a pet-friendly area. While many homes are well-maintained, about half have not been updated, attracting investors who are renovating and renting or flipping these properties. The neighborhood is in a flood zone, necessitating flood insurance for residents. Martin Park is conveniently located 5 miles from downtown Alexandria, where attractions include the Alexandria Museum of Art and the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center. Local amenities feature a playground on Ellis Street and the nearby Bringhurst City Park and Alexandria Zoological Park, which hosts the annual Holiday Light Safari. The area is served by the Rapides Parish Public Schools district, with Martin Park Elementary, Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet, and Peabody Magnet High School. For shopping and dining, residents have access to Alexandria Commons and Alexandria Mall, as well as local eateries like Quebedeaux’s Boudin & Cracklins. Major roads such as U.S. Highway 71 and Interstate 49 North provide easy access to Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, 3 miles away, and Alexandria International Airport, 12 miles northwest.