Edgelea Home for Rent

Edgelea, located four miles south of downtown Lafayette, is a residential neighborhood known for its 1950s prefabricated ranch-style homes. These homes, built by the National Real Estate Company, range from under 900 to 1,200 square feet and feature carports or garages. Despite their smaller size, the homes in Edgelea are in high demand, selling more than twice as fast as the national average. The neighborhood is appealing to families and investors due to its proximity to good public schools such as Edgelea Elementary School, Lafayette Tecumseh Junior High School, and Jefferson High School, which offers dual college credit courses and a robust foreign language program. Edgelea is conveniently located near grocery stores, retail, and dining options within half a mile, including local favorites like Shellie's Café and Healthies Lafayette. Recreational features include Bishop Woods Park and Armstrong Park, which offer various sports camps, playgrounds, and walking trails. The neighborhood is also close to Tippecanoe Mall and the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds, which hosts events like the Tippecanoe County 4-H Fair and Lafayette Roller Derby games. Public transportation is accessible with several CityBus stops nearby. However, potential buyers should be aware of the higher flood risk in the south end and along Beck Lane.