One cannot enter Cajun Country without hearing the tragic tale of Evangeline. The young woman and her lover were parted when the Acadians were forced from their home in Nova Scotia in the 1760s. The name also belongs to an established neighborhood less than two miles from Downtown Lafayette. Evangeline contains shopping centers, grocery stores, easy access to Interstate 10 and Highway 167 and numerous dining options. It also has one of the only two historic districts in the city. Sterling Grove is a 25-acre area with nearly 60 buildings constructed between the 1840s and the 1930s. This hidden gem was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. The community is also only four miles from the Lafayette Regional Airport and has numerous bus stops throughout the area. Whether you crave history, the outdoors, shopping or a combination of them all, Evangeline waits to welcome residents home.
Surrounded by trees, just minutes from downtown
Living in the Evangeline neighborhood provides residents with a suburban feel, only minutes away from downtown. Filled with live oaks, magnolias and blazing floral blooms, the area has a strong community with many civic organizations having chapters there. Homes tend to be traditional in design, and many are historic. You’ll find everything from cottages to Arts and Crafts houses to ranch-style residences, along with a smattering of new construction. Prices range from $60,000 for a two-bedroom cottage needing some love to $390,000 for a historic Queen Anne with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Evangeline home sit on tidy and organized lots.
Some areas of Evangeline have stunning examples of Mid-century Homes.
This is a good example of a cottage found in the Lafayette neighborhood of Evangeline.
This is another great example of a Mid-Century home in Evangeline with an attached carport.
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The Hebert Municipal Golf Course in Evangeline is a favorite among local golfers.
Play a round of golf on a classic course
City Park is also found in the Evangeline neighborhood, and the expansive green space contains another kind of green: the Hebert Municipal Golf Course. Opened in 1926, the gorgeous 18-hole course hosts tournaments for youth and adults as well as annual summer camps. It’s the oldest course in Southern Louisiana and features challenging hazards and sand traps.
Residents get everything from the Stirling Lafayette Shopping Center
The neighborhood is home to the Stirling Lafayette Shopping Center, a 450,000-square-foot complex containing Target, Five Below and dozens more stores. There are plenty of dining options about, too. If locals can’t tell they’re close to a Meche’s Donut King by the tantalizing aromas, they’ll be sure to know after just a glimpse at the company’s mascot, a happy crown-wearing donut. Acadiana has many Meche’s, although an independent operator owns each business. The Meche’s on East Willow is recognizable by the large mural encompassing the building’s lower half and is famous for its King Cakes each Mardi Gras season. Fat Albert’s Fried Chicken is another neighborhood staple known for low prices and good food. In business for over 50 years, the establishment focuses on chicken but has shrimp and catfish, too.
Evangeline residents have all the big box options at Stirling Lafayette Shopping Center.
Meche's Donut King is a favorite local spot in Evangeline.
Locals can find anything and everything at Acadian Pawn in Evangeline.
There is a wide variety of produce at Breaux's Mart in Evangeline.
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Stop and smell the azaleas
Lafayette is known as the “City of Azaleas,” and Evangeline is part of the Historic Azalea Trail. An attraction since the 1930s, the trail is 25 miles long and includes crepe myrtles, Japanese magnolias, camellias and live oaks in addition to multiple varieties of azaleas. These heralds of spring burst forth in spectacular colors each February and March as welcome reminders warmer weather is on the way. The trail is easily walked through downtown, the historic districts of Freetown-Port Rico and Sterling Grove and the city’s garden district. A trolley tour is also available if you’d like to traverse the entire pat
Take a stroll through Lafayette's Azalea Trail in Evangeline.
The Lorainne Ann Billeaude Memorial Garden in Evangeline showcases many native plants.
The Lafayette Visitor Center in Evangeline has a true-to-scale wood carving of an alligator.
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Students say hello and bonjour at Evangeline Elementary
Students in Evangeline are part of the Lafayette Parish Public Schools district and might attend Evangeline Elementary, Paul Breaux Middle or Northside High. Evangeline Elementary has earned a B-minus from Niche and hosts an innovative French Immersion program, where children’s days are split between learning English in the mornings and French in the afternoons. Paul Breaux Middle is a B-ranked facility that’s also one of Lafayette’s top 10 middle schools. Northside High has a C-minus ranking and operates two specialized academies for students wanting to pursue legal or broadcasting and journalism careers.
Evangeline Elementary School has an overall Niche grade of B- minus.
Paul Breaux Middle School has an overall Niche grade of B.
Northside High School has a free 24/7 online tutoring program for students.
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Parks in this Area
Mouton Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Dorsey-Donlon Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis
St. Anthony Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Parc Sans Souci
Parc Putnam
Brown Memorial Park
Transit
Airport
Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field
9 min drive
Bus
Moss Street & Tissington Street
Bus
Willow Street & Evergreen Street
Bus
Moss Street & Evergreen Street
Bus
Frontage Road & Holiday Inn
Bus
Willow & Stamp Street
Bus
West Willow Street & Comm. Services
Bus
Frontage & Howard-Johnson
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Evangeline
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Evangeline, Lafayette sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Evangeline, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $105,837, down 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Step into the stunning renovated 3 bedroom 1.5 barth home. Where every detail has been thoughtfully upated for modern living. The heart of the home is the fully updated kitchen, boasting sleep quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances. A bonus is that the laundry is now part of this new home design. This home has been completely renovated from top to bottom, new roof,
Prime 10.4-Acre Commercial Property!Unlock the potential of 10.4 acres of Commercial Heavy-zoned land strategically positioned along NE Evangeline Thruway, Donlon Avenue, and Moss Street. This high-traffic, high-exposure site sits in a designated Opportunity Zone, offering significant tax advantages for investors and developers.Triple Road Frontage for maximum accessibility and visibilityZoned
Located close to downtown Lafayette and ULL University! Close to the Saints Streets, but at a more affordable price! Situated on a large corner lot with mature trees that provide plenty of shade.. The 2 bedrooms are a good size and feature real wood floors! Home is freshly painted!!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,176
Median Age
37
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,250
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$39,670
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.2%
College Graduates
5.9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
52.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
63''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
66/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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