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Ida-Hosston

Ida-Hosston

Rural Neighborhood in Hosston, Louisiana

Caddo Parish 71029, 71043, 71044, 71069

$163,971 Average Value
$137 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

A trio of villages

Surrounded by vast rural Louisiana landscapes, Ida-Hosston is composed of a grouping of three villages: Ida, Hosston and Gilliam. “Hosston is a very very small town with a library,” says Realtor Amanda Hodges who has 5 years of experience in the area and works with Homesmart Realty South. The local libraries have regular events to spice up a peaceful pastoral lifestyle with limited retail.

Trees and lakes abound in Ida-Hosston.
Trees and lakes abound in Ida-Hosston.
Driving down the quaint towns of Ida-Hosston is always peaceful.
Driving down the quaint towns of Ida-Hosston is always peaceful.
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From ranch-style homes to new construction

North of Shreveport, Ida-Hosston consists of acres of farmlands and woods with U.S. Highway 71 connecting the three villages. Much of the village homes have spacious yards, some with multi-acre lots shaded by old-growth trees. Architectural styles include Cape Cods, ranch-style houses, bungalows and new construction farmhouses. Sales prices range from $160,000 for a smaller ranch-style home to $1.95 million for a new construction contemporary home. “The Hosston area is comparable to Oil City for general price ranges,” Hodges says.

There are many different homes in Gilliam.
There are many different homes in Gilliam.
There are many brick homes found in Ida, Louisiana.
There are many brick homes found in Ida, Louisiana.
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Caddo Parish School District

Students in the area go to Caddo Parish Public Schools, which earns a B rating according to Niche. Schools include Herndon Magnet School for elementary and middle school levels, plus North Caddo High School. The elementary and middle school earns a B-plus grade on Niche, while the high school has a B-minus rating. The high school features courses from Business Computer Applications to Library Science.

Caddo Middle Magnet is a great place for residents to send their children.
Caddo Middle Magnet is a great place for residents to send their children.
Herndon Middle School is close to many residents of Ida-Hosston.
Herndon Middle School is close to many residents of Ida-Hosston.
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Recreation from parklets to skydiving

At Gilliam Park, residents can bring children to the playground and swing set or walk around the paved pathway. Ida Park has a playground on woodchips, a large picnic pavilion and exercise equipment. For water recreation, Robert L Nance Park rests on Black Bayou Lake. Locals can fish on piers, launch a boat and have a picnic in the shelter while watching the sunset over the water. A unique recreation option, Skydive Louisiana offers a heart-pumping experience with scenic aerial views of the Red River.

Locals of Ida-Hosston can bring their children to enjoy the local park.
Locals of Ida-Hosston can bring their children to enjoy the local park.
Locals enjoy taking their children to the park at Gilliam.
Locals enjoy taking their children to the park at Gilliam.
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Locals enjoy going to the Main Street Restaurant in Gilliam.
Locals enjoy going to the Main Street Restaurant in Gilliam.

Limited retail

Being a collection of small rural villages, Hosston-Ida makes a trade-off in its retail selection for peace and quiet, although there are a few small businesses around to support. As a grocery store and eatery hybrid, James Country Restaurant offers snacks and other goods, plus a spacious restaurant area complete with tablecloths and bouquets. At Big Mama's Restoration & Antiques, patrons can browse a wide selection of vintage items from furniture to gifts. For a quaint country-style atmosphere, residents can go out to eat at Main Street Restaurant, which offers Southern comfort meals.

Library events and an air force museum

Hosston Library hosts events like holiday-themed crafts, coffee or tea meetups and movies. The library also has storytimes for children. At Shreve Memorial Library - Gilliam Branch, residents can learn about the history of the area or attend events like bingo and adult coloring sessions. Honoring a WWII fighter pilot, the Capt. Fletcher Adams United States Air Force 357th Fighter Group Museum displays historical air combat artifacts.

The Capt. Fletcher Adams United States Air Force 357th Fighter Group Museum is in downtown Ida.
The Capt. Fletcher Adams United States Air Force 357th Fighter Group Museum is in downtown Ida.
You can find the history of the area at the museum and library of Gilliam.
You can find the history of the area at the museum and library of Gilliam.
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Downtown Ida is a beautiful place to enjoy nature.
Downtown Ida is a beautiful place to enjoy nature.

30-mile commute

About 30 miles from downtown Shreveport, residents of Ida-Hosston can easily commute to the big city via Interstate 49 South by car since there’s no public transit in the area. As for a nearby hospital, locals can go to North Caddo Medical Center. Residents can also access the Shreveport Regional Airport for further travel from business trips to vacations.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Shreveport Regional

65 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Ida-Hosston US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$75,000
Median Single Family Price
$185,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$137
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Months of Supply
15.00
Median List Price
$185,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-56%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
73
Median Year Built
1973
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,802
Below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
69,696

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,673
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.7%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$45,536
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,323

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
84.1%
College Graduates
15.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.2%
% Population in Labor Force
51.2%
Below the national average
65.1%

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®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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