Fosters
Suburban Neighborhood in Bossier City, Louisiana
Bossier Parish 71111, 71112
Midcentury and contemporary ranch-styles
Nearer to Bossier City and Route 79, 1960s brick ranch-styles usually have fenced-in backyards and one-car garages. These properties don’t go on the market often but hover around the $100,000 mark. Manufactured and mobile homes are also available for around $60,000. “They’re all nice homes, just in an older area,” says Realtor Tammy Szekacs, who’s been selling in Bossier City for five years. “As you get farther north, there are larger lots, bigger square footage and full, three-bedroom two-baths or more.” These one- and two-story contemporaries are set back on sizeable yards with generous driveways and two-car garages. Homes in Stonebridge sometimes have fairway-facing lots, and residents can watch golfers tee off on the community’s private golf course. While they were primarily built in the last 20 years, different stylings of stone facades and low-pitched roofs ensure each house is unique. Three bedrooms run anywhere from $285,000 to $375,000, and four bedrooms top out at $550,000. For five-bed estates, prices start at $640,000 and move towards the $775,000 mark.
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Top-rated schools in Bossier Parish School District
Bossier Parish is rated greater Shreveport’s No. 1 district by Niche, and its 34 schools routinely exceed the state average in assessment scores and graduation rates. Students in Fosters start at W.T. Lewis Elementary, rated an A-minus by Niche. For later grades, they can attend Cope Middle and Airline High, both of which receive A-minuses from Niche. Bossier High, rated B-minus, is another option for those living generally south of I-220 and has a business law course.
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Kid-friendly fun in Swan Lake Park, Shed Road Playfield
Those living closer to the interstate can experience Swan Lake Park, a 25-acre green space with baseball diamonds and a giant playground called “The Field of Dreams.” A mile west, Shed Road Community Playfield has a basketball court, swimming pool, paved track and volleyball court. Though northern areas of the neighborhood are three or four miles from access, Realtor Tammy Szekacs has confidence in the alternatives. “These areas have sidewalks, lights and green spaces,” she says. “There’s plenty of families there, and if they wanted to get in some time outside, it’s a great area for that.” In particular, the Stonebridge neighborhood’s golf course is available to members and paying visitors. Northern residents are also 10 miles from the Cypress Black Bayou, where locals can take boats out for a day on the swamp.Barksdale Air Force Base
Barksdale Air Force Base, founded in 1933, anchors the neighborhood to the south and is home to the 2nd Bomb Wing, the largest bomb unit in the Air Force. The base is one of the biggest employers in Bossier City, serving 5,000 active-duty personnel, 2,500 civilians and 5,500 military family members. Though not heard in most of the neighborhood, residents nearer to base should be aware of occasional noise from training exercises.Route 79, Interstates 20 and 220
While the farther reaches of the neighborhood may take longer, residents have roughly a seven-mile commute into midtown via Route 79. Most places in and outside of Shreveport are easy to access by car, as the I-220 and I-20 loop runs straight through Fosters.Shane’s Seafood, Pierre Bossier Mall
Chain restaurants and shops are within four miles from anywhere in the neighborhood, with the occasional local spot mixed in. For a taste of Louisiana, Shane’s Seafood & Barbecue has fresh po’ boys and boiled crawfish. Locals say Taquería La Reyna has some of the best steak burritos in town, and frozen yogurt at nearby Counter Culture is a greater Shreveport favorite. Boutiques like Krush and Give Me 3 are closer to town, and just west, the Pierre Bossier Mall has more than 50 stores. For groceries, Walmart Neighborhood Market is just north of I-220.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ross Barclay
Ross Barclay
Osborn Hays Real Estate, LLC
(318) 666-6611
22 Total Sales
1 in Fosters
$406,000 Price
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Shelly Wagner
Shelly Wagner
Shelly Wagner & Associates + JPAR Real Estate
(318) 666-4452
769 Total Sales
7 in Fosters
$65K - $600K Price Range
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Zondra Spikes
Zondra Spikes
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Northwest
(318) 666-9858
195 Total Sales
4 in Fosters
$90K - $550K Price Range
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Mindy Wardlaw
Mindy Wardlaw
Responds QuicklyPinnacle Realty Advisors
(318) 706-5267
387 Total Sales
24 in Fosters
$49K - $875K Price Range
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Tamye Pratt
Tamye Pratt
Responds QuicklyBetter Homes And Gardens RE Lindsey Realty
(318) 666-4520
96 Total Sales
2 in Fosters
$233K - $335K Price Range
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Jimmy Stewart
Jimmy Stewart
Responds QuicklyPrimeaux Realty, LLC
(318) 987-8290
65 Total Sales
1 in Fosters
$199,000 Price
Schools
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- 8th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Tinsley Park
Walbrook Park
Shed Road Community Playfield
Patricia Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Tennis
Swan Lake Park
Mike Wood Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fosters | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fosters Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fosters, Bossier City sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Fosters, Bossier City over the last 12 months is $274,900, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$369,000
Median Sale Price
$274,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$360,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
89
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$169
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
784
Number of Homes for Sale
38
Median Year Built
2008
Months of Supply
5.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,277
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,225
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
810
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,090 - $1,630 per month
- Le Rivage of Bossier City
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 655+ Sq Ft
- 2020 Valley View Cir
- Bossier City, LA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,844
Median Age
40
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,928
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,188
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.7%
College Graduates
29.8%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.9%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8
/ 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.
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