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Old Louisiana charm in Heymann Park
As part of the McComb-Veazey Cultural District, Heymann Park is one of Lafayette’s oldest neighborhoods. The Evangeline Thruway runs along the western edge, separating the residential streets from the downtown district. This bustling and diverse slice of the city is rich in old Louisiana charm, but it’s also seen its share of hard times. In 2008, residents and business owners joined forces to create the McComb-Veazey Neighborhood Coterie. This nonprofit organization strives to refresh the areas that need improvement while preserving the community’s history. “Some houses have been passed down from generation to generation, so the people who live there have been there for a long time,” says David Adams, Realtor with Keller Williams.
A small yet charming Heymann Park home is pictured.
A remodeled Heymann Park home is pictured.
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The Heymann Park hideaway
The neighborhood’s namesake park spills across 28 acres on South Orange Street near Paul Breaux Middle School. The half-mile jogging trail winds beneath mature trees and through open green spaces alongside the playing fields, sports courts and playground. Heymann Park Recreation Center recently hosted a Youth Action Summit to encourage young citizens and their families to take active roles in the community. Veteran’s Park Simcoe is on the other end of the neighborhood and a lovely place for a stroll in early spring when the azaleas are in full bloom.
Small bungalows in need of TLC
Budget-conscious home buyers and opportunity-seeking investors should add Heymann Park to their shortlists. “The majority of sales are to investors,” Adams says. “They buy them so they can rent them out, and the rate of return is pretty good.” Single-story shotgun-style homes and bungalows — many requiring major renovations — crowd the narrow streets. Prices start at around $30,000 for a tiny fixer-upper and top out at $200,000 for an updated three-bedroom cottage. There are plenty of empty lots to build on and a surprising amount of mature tree growth, considering how close the neighborhood is to downtown. Most existing properties date to the 1940s, and while they don’t come with a lot of yard space, many do have private or shared driveways.
Heymann Park is part of the larger McComb-Veazey coterie.
Being one of the older ares of Lafayette, Heymann Park leans towards charming, historic housing.
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Student life at Northside High School
Most Heymann Park students start at nearby Woodvale Elementary, a school that gets an A-minus from Niche and offers visual- and hearing-impaired classes. Paul Breaux Middle School is on Orange Street, within walking distance of the neighborhood. Niche gives the middle school a B. Next is Northside High School, which gets a C-minus. Heymann Park is also the home of St. Genevieve Elementary, a private Catholic school.
Northside High School has a free online 24/7 tutoring program for students.
The courses at Northside High School encourage critical thinking and creativity.
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Creole cuisine and cracklins from Kirk’s
When a neighborhood is predominantly residential, its few businesses make a huge impression. That’s certainly the case with Kirk’s U-Needa-Butcher, a meat market that’s been in business for over 55 years. Residents drop by for southern classics like tasso ham, andouille sausage and Kirk’s famous “cluckin’ quacklins.” Stuffed bread and plate lunches populate the menu at Creole Lunch House on 12th Street, right up the road from the McComb-Veazey Community House. Pack & Paddle is the place for camping gear and outdoor apparel. Residents can shop for groceries at Super 1 Foods, a few miles north on West Willow Street.
Kirk's U Needa Butcher in Heymann Park is always busy.
Kirk's U Needa Butcher is where locals get the best cuts of meat in Heymann Park.
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Dive into Downtown Alive!
Heymann Park is so close to the heart of Lafayette that residents can easily take advantage of the special events and nightlife that tap out the city’s beat. The Downtown Alive! concert series fills Parc San Souci with the vibrant sounds of regional artists throughout the spring and fall. April’s Festival International de Louisiane is a 5-day celebration of world music and cultural cuisine, with bands playing from 7 downtown stages. Surrey Street’s Brass Room is the closest nightclub, featuring outdoor seating, live music and a dance floor.
Crime
Crime The CAP Index gives Heymann Park a crime score only slightly higher than the national average. However, the risk of violent crime is higher than that of property-related incidents, a common trend in this portion of Lafayette. Initiatives like the McComb-Veazey Neighborhood Coterie are investing in projects, such as the Homegrowers Urban Farm, to help sustain and empower the community and its citizens.
Flights to and from the Hub City
Heymann Park residents enjoy easy access to the Lafayette Regional Airport and Vermilionville Historic Village, both of which are 5 minutes away by car. Route 90 and the Evangeline Thruway are the main routes in and out of town. Lafayette Transit Service runs buses throughout the neighborhood for those who prefer to explore the city without the hassle of driving. “A lot of people there rely on public transportation,” Adams says. Most stops are on Louisiana Avenue, 12th Street and East Pinhook Road.
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Parks in this Area
Beavers Park
Baseball/Softball
Fishing
Picnic Area
Heymann Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
F E 'Pa' Davis Park
Basketball
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
Parc Sans Souci
Parc Putnam
J W James Playground
Transit
Airport
Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field
5 min drive
Bus
12th Street & Orange Street
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Jefferson Boulevard & SW Thruway
Bus
Magnolia Street & Pinhook Road
Bus
12th Street & St. Charles Street
Bus
12th Street & Peach Street
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Magnolia Street & 14th Street
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Louisiana Avenue & South East Evangeline Thruway
Heymann Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Heymann Park, Lafayette sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Heymann Park, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $460,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,650
Median Age
41
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$23,645
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$31,533
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.9%
College Graduates
7.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
% Population in Labor Force
39.8%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
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
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
76/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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