$596,123Average Value$173Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Tennyson Oaks is Alexandria's "it" neighborhood
Tennyson Oak’s spacious, upscale homes and well-manicured lawns make it Alexandria, Louisiana’s “it” neighborhood. Many properties boast amenities like pools and covered outdoor kitchens for entertaining. “In my opinion, it’s the most sought-after neighborhood in Alexandria,” says Rusty Wilder, a broker with The Wilder Group, who lives in Alexandria. Residents here are just a mile from shopping and restaurants and students are slated to attend top-ranked Alexandria Senior High School. “The demographics are a little bit older,” says Carissa McDaniel, a Realtor with EXP, who grew up in Alexandria. “A lot of people have lived there for a very long time, but I’m noticing that they are getting some younger families transitioning in.”
Tennyson Oaks has something for everybody.
Tennyson Oaks has beautiful flowers that bloom year round.
1/2
Acadian designs reign in Tennyson Oaks
Acadian designs built in the early 2000s are the dominant architectural style in Tennyson Oaks. Homes rest along sidewalk-lined streets with neatly trimmed yards, mature trees and well-tended flower beds. “It’s an HOA neighborhood,” McDaniel says. “HOAs help maintain the overall aesthetics of the neighborhood. They help homes keep their value.” Three- and four-bedroom homes with less than 3,000 square feet of living space range from $325,000 to $450,000, while larger five-bedroom homes typically cost $550,000 to $650,000. “It’s one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria,” McDaniel says.
According to CrimeGrade.org, Tennyson Oaks has an overall crime grade of B, meaning that the crime rate in the neighborhood is lower than the average U.S. neighborhood.
Tennyson Oaks homes often sit on larger lots with lots of room for growth.
Acadian homes are the most popular home style in Tennyson Oaks.
1/2
Students slated to attend top-ranked Alexandria Senior High
Tennyson Oaks is served by the Rapides Parish Public Schools. Students attend Cherokee Elementary and Scott M. Brame Middle, both of which score B-plus Niche grades. Alexandria Senior High School earns an A and is ranked the best out of 12 high schools in Rapides Parish.
Cherokee Elementary creates a wonderful learning enviroment for Tennyson Oaks students.
Lots of fun is happening with Tennyson Oaks students at Brame Middle School.
1/2
Locals enjoy the outdoors at Bringhurst City Park
About 3 miles away on Masonic Drive, Bringhurst City Park has a playground, splash pad, paved walking trails and a sand volleyball court. Across the street from the green space, there’s the Alexandria Tennis Complex with eight outdoor courts and the Hynson Dog Park, which has fenced-in play areas for large and small dogs.
Tennyson Oaks residents can take a swing at Bringhurst City Park.
Residents of Tennyson Oaks can enjoy a round at Bringhurst Golf Course.
1/2
Shopping and dining on nearby Jackson Street
Locals can start their day with coffee and donuts at Shipley’s Do-Nuts just east of the neighborhood. Crawfish Plus of Alexandria is a go-to spot to pick up boiled shrimp and crawfish, a mile north on Jackson Street. For more upscale dining there’s Diamond Grill for steak and seafood downtown. To stock up on groceries there’s a Walmart Neighborhood Market less than 2 miles away. “I really like that everything is so close together,” McDaniel says. “Nothing is more than 15 minutes away in Alexandria. You can get to the mall, Kroger and the Wal-Mart within minutes”
Residents of Tennyson Oaks can save on groceries at Tennyson Oaks.
Crawfish Plus serves up seafood by the pound in the Tennyson Oaks area.
1/2
The Alexandria International Airport and Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital are nearby
U.S. Route 165 is just east of the neighborhood, allowing residents to easily get around the city. The Alexandria International Airport is 8 miles northwest. Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, a 241-bed facility and one of the city’s largest employers, is less than 3 miles away on Masonic Drive. Downtown is a 5-mile drive via Jackson Street.
Tennyson Oaks residents can use the public bus system to get to other parts of Alexandria.
US 165 gives Tennyson Oaks residents quick access to Alexandria.
1/2
Rock the Red is an anticipated annual event
Every July 4th, locals look forward to the Rock the Red celebration at the downtown amphitheater. The event features live music and fireworks with views of the Red River. Also downtown, the Coughlin-Sanders Performing Arts Center offers everything from plays and music concerts to comedy acts and dance recitals all year long.
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
Are you familiar with the Tennyson Oaks neighborhood?
to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Tennyson Oaks
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Tennyson Oaks Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tennyson Oaks, Alexandria sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Tennyson Oaks, Alexandria over the last 12 months is $551,500, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This is an incredible 4 bedroom 2 and a 1/2 bath custom home in the very back of Tennyson Oaks Subdivision, it has a custom gunite pool with beach entry attached hot tub with waterfall feature that's both heated and cooled on automated pump's with travertine coping and completely landscaped yard. The home recently went through a complete update inside all new kitchen, new wood floors throughout
LET'S TAKE IT UP A NOTCH... OR TWO OR THREE! A labor of love and exhibition of talent, design and creativity demonstrates how updating can be accomplished with a flourish and flair! This 4 bedroom, 3 bath Tennyson Oaks S/D home is a testament to looking beyond what is there to what can become. From the enticing paint colors, new luxury plank flooring throughout (no carpet) to all updated
Located in one of Alexandria’s most sought-after neighborhoods, Tennyson Oaks, this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and modern updates. New AC unit, new roof & beautiful refinished hardwood floors, all nestled on a rare double lot with over 3,300 sq ft of living space. Step inside to discover a spacious layout! The heart of the home
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.
