Home to Cherokee Elementary School, Cherokee Village is a leafy, walkable neighborhood with well-maintained, mid-century ranch-style homes. Located 4 miles from downtown Alexandria, students here are slated to attend top-ranked Alexandria Senior High. “Cherokee Village is in its own little nook. Even though you're in between U.S. 165 and Jackson Street, you don’t feel like you're in inner-city Alexandria when you’re in that neighborhood at all,” says Carissa McDaniel, a Realtor with EXP Realty, who grew up in Alexandria. “It’s a very quiet, established neighborhood. You see people out walking their dogs. There are a lot of large trees. It’s very shady.”
Cherokee Village is green and beautiful.
Cherokee Village families love to go to the Alexandria Zoo.
1/2
Ranch homes are the dominant style in Cherokee Village
Cherokee Village brims with 1950s and ‘60s ranch homes with roomy lots of at least a quarter-acre. Massive old-growth oak trees are common throughout the neighborhood, casting shade over front yards and sidewalks. Amenities typically include carports and fenced-in backyards, and some homes come with pools. Three-bedroom homes typically sell for $150,000 to $300,000, while larger four-bedrooms sell for $400,000 to $500,000. According to the CAP Index Crime Score, Cherokee Village's overall crime score is 6 out of 10, which is higher than the national average of 4.
Old ranch homes in Cherokee Village offer lots of character.
Newer custom builds in Cherokee Village come with various architectural features.
1/2
Jackson Street serves as a hub for shopping and dining
Cherokee Village is bordered by Jackson Street, where locals can pick up boiled crawfish and shrimp through the drive-through at Crawfish Plus of Alexandria or stop by Johnny’s Pizza House for specialty pizza or muffulettas. Next door to Johnny’s, there’s a Walmart Neighborhood Market to stock up on groceries. The road leads straight to popular restaurants in downtown Alexandria like Diamond Grill, an upscale eatery serving steak and seafood in a former jewelry store. Alexandria Mall, anchored by JC Penney and Dillard's is 2 miles away on Masonic Drive. “Cherokee Village is also really close to Home Depot on Masonic Drive,” McDaniel says. “It’s a good neighborhood for all kinds of conveniences.”
Johnny's Pizza House in the Cherokee Village area has lots of different options to choose from.
Walmart Neighborhood Market is a favorite grocery option in Cherokee Village.
1/2
Art and music in downtown Alexandria
In downtown Alexandria residents can check out the contemporary art collection at the Alexandria Museum of Art or take a free yoga class there on Tuesday evenings. The Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center offers plays and music concerts throughout the year. “Louisiana is known for its fairs and festivals. Nearly every weekend there’s a festival going on,” says Jamie Lemoine, a Realtor with Latter & Blum, who’s an Alexandria native. “Alexandria is right in the heart of Louisiana. You are three hours to New Orleans, two hours to Shreveport, and two hours to Baton Rouge.”
Art displayed ranges from paintings to sculptures and handcrafted jewelry.
Visitors enjoy live music, street performances, and art demonstrations.
1/2
Students attend well-ranked Rapides Parish Public Schools
Public school students attend Cherokee Elementary, Scott M. Brame Middle and Alexandria Senior High. “Those are some of the more popular public schools in Alexandria,” McDaniel says. “It’s a very family-oriented neighborhood, so schools are important.” Part of the Rapides Parish Public Schools district, the elementary and middle schools score B-plus Niche grades, while the high school scores an A. Home of the Trojans, Alexandria Senior High offers a variety of sports teams including archery, bowling and girls’ powerlifting. Grace Christian School is a private school option, 2 miles away on Jackson Street. It serves 370 students in prekindergarten through 12th grades and has an A-minus Niche rating.
Cherokee Elementary has everything Cherokee Village students need.
Cherokee Village students take the next step at Brame Middle School.
1/2
Bringhurst City Park is a popular spot to enjoy the outdoors
Just 3 miles away on Masonic Drive, there’s a golf course and a park. Founded in the late 1920s, the Historic Bringhurst Golf Course is a public nine-hole course. Bringhurst City Park has a playground, splash pad, paved walking trails and a sand volleyball court. The Alexandria Tennis Complex is across the street and offers eight outdoor courts.
Residents of Cherokee Village can head to the playground at Bringhurst City Park.
Take the dog for a game of fetch at the Hynson Dog Park near Cherokee Village.
1/2
Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital and the Alexandria International Airport are nearby
Cherokee Village is flanked by Jackson Street and U.S. Route 165. U.S. Route 165 is just east of the neighborhood, allowing folks to easily navigate the city. The Alexandria International Airport is 8 miles northwest. Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, a 241-bed facility is 2 miles away on Masonic Drive. Downtown is a 4-mile drive via Jackson Street. “Jackson Street is very busy and very long because there are so many lights. When school lets out, you don’t want to be there,” McDaniel says. “Alexandria Senior High, Brame Middle, and Cherokee Elementary are all right around there. Grace Christian is over there, too. That’s a private school. A lot of kids over there go to Grace.”
Cherokee Village residents can get to other parts of town by using the public bus system.
Cherokee Village residents have quick access to US 165.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a home in Cherokee Village priced under appraised value under $200,000, this 2673 square foot property is a rare find. With three bedrooms and three full baths and located in the Cherokee, Brame, and ASH school zone, this home is perfect for families seeking a home in this area. The true showstopper of this property is the stunning backyard oasis,
Introducing a stunning estate property in Alexandria, nestled just across from the tranquil ponds of Landmark Subdivision. This magnificent home sits on a stately corner lot, adorned with stately trees and meticulous landscaping, offering a serene and picturesque setting. Boasting over 5200 square feet of living space, this home is a masterpiece of design and luxury. As you step inside, you'll be
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Torri Byrd,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
355
Median Age
38
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$79,167
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,186
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.9%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
60.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.9%
% Population in Labor Force
64.7%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
