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Located approximately 15 miles from Baton Rouge, Central, LA is a suburban city known for its highly rated Central Community School System, which ranks as the fifth-best school district in Louisiana. The city, which incorporated in 2005 to manage its own schools, features a mix of newer subdivisions and older homes, with many residences being single-family homes. Newer homes are often found in planned developments, while older brick ranch-style homes from the 1970s and '80s are situated on larger plots. Central offers various recreational features, including Central Sports Park with its baseball fields, multiuse fields, and a fishing lake, as well as the Blackwater Conservation Area with trails and fishing opportunities. Community events such as the annual Cooking in Central festival and Mardi Gras celebrations foster a sense of community. Shopping and dining options are concentrated around Hooper Road and Sullivan Road, with Central Square hosting a mix of chain and local restaurants. The city is primarily residential, with many residents commuting to Baton Rouge or nearby industrial plants for work. Safety is a notable aspect, with crime rates in East Baton Rouge Parish being lower than national averages. Central experiences hot, humid summers and cool winters, with a lower risk of flooding compared to areas closer to the river or the Gulf.
On average, homes in Central, LA sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Central, LA over the last 12 months is $390,710, up 35% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.