Bayou Blue offers a mix of housing styles and prices near Houma
Bayou Blue, an unincorporated community in Louisiana, offers a mix of housing options and convenience to nearby cities. The community is centrally located in the Houma–Bayou Cane–Thibodaux metro area. "Bayou Blue is on a parish line, cutting right through the Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes," says Beau Toups, a Realtor with Century 21 Action Realty specializing in military family relocations. "Bayou Blue is for people who want to travel the area. And for people who want to be in the Lafourche Parish school zone." Most churches and businesses are found along Bayou Blue Road. Throughout the area, there are distribution centers, manufacturers and industrial properties. The Intracoastal Waterway and nearby canals have commercial ports supporting the region's shipping industry.
Bayou Blue is a city surrounded by frequently traveled roadways and is a convenient location for neighborhing cities.
Bayou Blue has a handful of newly constructed homes, the majority of which providing a driveway and garage.
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A variety of homes and price ranges
The community's main drag, Bayou Blue Road, stretches over 13 miles. The roadway leads past 20th-century residences with covered carports, manufactured homes and planned subdivisions. Most homes built after 2000 are west of Highway 182, inside developments such as Wallace J. Thibodaux Estates and Caro Estates at Bayou Blue. Most of these residences are single-story, New Traditional styles. Older ranch-style houses often enter the market needing repairs or as investment properties. There's also land available for buyers looking to build. Single-family dwellings typically range in price between $200,000 and $550,000. Occasionally, larger new construction and properties on several acres may cost buyers between $700,000 and $800,000. Manufactured homes can range from $100,000 to about $120,000. "Houses in Bayou Blue have a [comparatively] shorter time on the market because they are zoned for good Lafourche Parish schools," Toups says. "Much of Bayou Blue is in a Flood Zone X, which is another contributing factor." Although the community is not in a special flood hazard area, properties may still be impacted by coastal flooding or severe weather, such as hurricanes.
20th century Ranch-style homes are common for many Bayou Blue residents who have been living in the city for awhile.
New Traditional-style houses are becoming more popular in Bayou Blue and offer a clean and appealing look.
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Split between Lafourche and Terrebonne Parish School Districts
Families east of Bayou Blue Road are zoned for Lafourche Parish School District, while those to the west enroll in Terrebonne Parish School District. Some students will attend Bayou Blue Elementary, which has an A rating on Niche. Bayou Blue Upper Elementary earns a B and accepts third to fifth-graders. Bayou Blue Middle has a B-plus. Many students move on to the B-rated Central Lafourche High. The school provides dual enrollment courses through partnerships with Nicholls State University and Fletcher Community College.
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School serves students in grades 3 through 5 with a student teacher ratio of 21 to 1.
Bayou Blue Middle School has an overall grade of B-plus on Niche with proficiency in reading and math.
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Getting to community churches and local roads
The community has multiple houses of worship, including St. Louis Catholic Church and New Life Fellowship. Commuters take Highway 182, also called New Orleans Boulevard, as well as U.S. Route 90 to get around the region. Taking U.S. Route 90 brings commuters to New Orleans, around 50 miles away.
Shopping and dining near Bayou Blue Road
With several businesses near Bayou Blue Road, residents often shop at locally-ran stores. A handful of national retailers like Dollar General are available alongside local shops such as Kerry's Hardware and the neighborhood seafood market, Bubba Luke. Marcel's Supermarket, a family-run grocer, has operated at the original location for decades. The community restaurant, Bayou Blue Po-Boys, has limited hours but is open daily, serving Louisiana's most popular sandwich. Cajun Freeze Snowballs is a favorite spot among residents for icy treats. Locals also shop about 10 miles away in Bayou Cane and Houma.
Residents of Bayou Blue receive top notch service and wait patiently for their favorite order at Bayou Blue Po Boys.
Cajun Freeze Snowballs is a great place to stop at on your way home from work for a special treat to compliment your day.
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Visiting Bayou Blue Recreation
Lafourche District #11 Bayou Blue Recreation's space is next to the local middle school. The public green space has a splash pad, a walking trail and a paved track. The athletic fields host youth leagues and family-friendly community events, like the Spring Fling. Yoga classes are available on Tuesdays at the onsite event center. The center also hosts trivia and movie nights.
The gym onsite at Bayou Blue Recreation has multiple pickle ball courts set up for daily play every week.
Families and friends love to spend time playing at on the playgrounds, splash pad, baseball fields, or walking along the trails and paved track at Bayou Blue Recreation.
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