Duson is a quiet community with new homes
Country roads lead through farmlands and new subdivisions in Duson, a town that sits within the Lafayette and Acadia parishes. "In the last couple of years, Duson has seen growth due to the expansion of Lafayette and Scott," says Charles Ditch, a Lafayette resident and seasoned Realtor with Keaty Real Estate Team. "It's still considered the rural part of Lafayette and the westernmost part of the parish. It's been growing through a big push in development. There are big tracts of raw land that national builders, like D.R. Horton, have put up neighborhoods in Duson." Railroads extend parallel to the main roadway, U.S. Route 90, which runs across the small community. Most locals own their homes and work in nearby cities. Flash flooding often affects the region. Acquiring flood insurance in Louisiana can be challenging due to the rising cost of premiums.
Buying into a rural, yet increasingly suburban, lifestyle
Duson locals can live on spacious properties across grassy fields or inside a recently built subdivision off the main road. "It's pure country living. And if you don't mind driving 15 minutes out of the city, you'll get a little more affordable home and a bigger house," Ditch says. Houses from the 20th century that enter the market range from fixer-uppers to well-maintained ranch styles. These are often priced between $50,000 and $180,000, depending on their condition. Most newer homes have brick facades and two-car garages. The Rosemont Village subdivision contains recently built homes with three to four bedrooms. The entrance to the Cane Place development is next to Duson Town Hall. The development, built by D.R. Horton, includes New Traditional homes on small lots. Houses built during the 2020's range from around $200,000 to $250,000. Buyers can also find lots spanning a tenth of an acre to 10 acres of farmland.
Shopping at Champagne's Food and enjoying Thirsty Thursday
U.S. 90 brings shoppers to Champagne's Food supermarket and Dollar General. Naq's N' Duson, a casual local spot, has menu items inspired by Cajun cuisine. The establishment's Thirsty Thursday events draw locals for live music and drink specials. Cajun Claws Seafood Boilers, about 3 miles away, is a popular spot for fresh seafood, gumbo and etouffee. Locals are also around 12 miles from the boutiques and bars in historic Downtown Lafayette.
Learning in the Lafayette Parish School System
Students can attend Lafayette Parish School System schools. Most children can walk to Duson Elementary, which earns a B-plus from Niche. Older students travel 7 miles east to attend the nearest public schools. Scott Middle receives a B-minus, and Acadiana High has a B. Teens can apply to the Acadiana High School Academy of Business, which prepares college-bound students with practical business and communication skills.
Upgrades to the Duson Community Center park
Duson Community Center shares a building with the local library. Located across from Duson Elementary, the library provides after-school activities for children ages five to twelve. The community center recently received funding for upgrades to the on-site park. The changes include a new playground, a walking path and renovations to the bathroom. To the south, Dunson Park is a public green space that locals do not often use. The grounds have a baseball diamond and an open field. The Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge, about 45 miles away, offers seasonal hunting and fishing.
Getting around on I-10 and U.S. 90
U.S. 90 intersects with Austria Road, which quickly connects to Interstate 10. Locals are about 5 miles from Scott and around 12 miles from historic Downtown Lafayette. Drivers can reach Lafayette Regional Airport in about 15 miles. The airport offers nonstop flights to Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston and Dallas.
