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West Pointe is a sought-after Alexandria neighborhood
West Pointe in Alexandria, Louisiana gives off HOA vibes without the HOA fees. Newcomers are largely drawn to the established neighborhood because it’s been so well kept up. The majority of homes have been updated and the spacious properties feature neatly trimmed laws and manicured shrubbery. “It’s one of the more sought-after neighborhoods in Alexandria,” says Carissa McDaniel, a Realtor with EXP Realty, who grew up in Alexandria. “A lot of those homes have pools and outdoor kitchens. People like to entertain outside, that’s a big part of the culture here.” In addition, West Pointe residents are just a mile from grocery stores and restaurants and 5 miles away from entertainment downtown.
West Pointe is spacious and quaint all at the same time.
Let the kids enjoy some sports by signing up for one of the leagues in the West Pointe area.
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West Pointe homes offer plenty of land
West Pointe offers an attractive mix of Acadian-style and ranch homes, largely built in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Homes typically rest on lots of more than a quarter-acre. “There are not a whole lot of trees where it would affect your foundation, but you have greenery,” McDaniel says. “You have curb appeal.” Streets are lined with sidewalks, making it easy for residents to get their steps in or take a morning jog. Prices range from $200,000 to $400,000. “That neighborhood holds its value,” McDaniel says. “You really get your money back. Your money is constantly rising.”
According to CrimeGrade.org, West Pointe has an overall crime grade of C-plus, meaning that its crime rate is slightly lower than that of the average U.S. neighborhood.
Some homes in West Pointe come with front porches.
Acadian homes are being built in the new parts of the West Pointe neighborhood.
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Students attend well-ranked Rapides Parish Public Schools
Public school students attend Cherokee Elementary School, Scott M. Brame Middle and Alexandria Senior High. Part of the Rapides Parish Public Schools district, the elementary and middle schools earn B-plus Niche grades, while the high school earns an A. Home of the Trojans, Alexandria Senior High offers students dual-enrollment opportunities with Louisiana State University of Alexandria. “From what I’ve seen it’s mostly families there,” McDaniel says. “So, the high school is a really big draw.”
Cherokee Elementary has a loving staff that supports West Pointe students.
West Point students grow strong at Brame Middle School.
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Tennis, golf and a park on Masonic Drive
A variety of outdoor activities including golf, volleyball and tennis are 4 miles away on Masonic Drive. Bringhurst City Park has a playground, splash pad, paved walking trails and a sand volleyball court. The Alexandria Tennis Complex offers eight outdoor courts and the Historic Bringhurst Golf Course has a public nine-hole course.
Play nine holes at the Bringhurst Golf Course near West Pointe.
Residents of Cherokee Village love walking around Bringhurst City Park.
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Shopping and dining along Jackson Street
About a mile from home along Jackson Street, locals can pick up crawfish boil through the drive-through at Crawfish Plus of Alexandria or grab a pizza at Johnny’s Pizza House. Next door, there’s a Walmart Neighborhood Market to stock up on groceries. “Jackson Street is our busiest street,” McDaniel says. “There are like three or four grocery stores on that main road. It’s very close to Chick-fil-A. People love that.”
Johnny's Pizza House offers all kinds of flavors to West Pointe residents.
Walmart Neighborhood Market offers savings to West Pointe residents on groceries and supplies.
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Downtown is just 5 miles away
U.S. Route 165 is just east of the neighborhood, allowing residents to easily get around the city. The Alexandria International Airport is 9 miles northwest. Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, a 241-bed facility, is 4 miles away on Masonic Drive. Downtown is a 5-mile drive via Jackson Street.
West Pointe residents can reach all parts of Alexandria by using the transit system.
West Pointe residents can get to the rest of Alexandria quickly by using US 165.
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Art and yoga at The Alexandria Museum of Art
The Alexandria Museum of Art, established in 1977, is located in the historic Rapides Bank and Trust Company building downtown. It has a permanent collection of contemporary paintings and rotating exhibitions that have included Rembrandt sketches, so there’s always something new to see. The museum also holds free yoga classes every Tuesday evening at 5:45.
Take a lunch break at the Alexandria Zoo near West Pointe.
Grab a new read from the Goodwill store in West Pointe.
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Parks in this Area
Bringhurst City Park
Transit
Airport
Alexandria International
21 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Pointe
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Pointe, Alexandria sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Pointe, Alexandria over the last 12 months is $291,588, down 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,057
Median Age
38
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$151,190
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$168,709
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
62.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.9%
% Population in Labor Force
70.7%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
10/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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