Larabee
Suburban Neighborhood in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette Parish 70501, 70517
Recreation on a smaller scale
Mouton Park has a small parking lot off Joy Street near the playground and a covered picnic shelter. As part of the 6 acres, there’s open green space where athletic events can occur, as well as tennis and basketball courts. The covered picnic areas usually have grills for community or family cookouts.
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Over 30,000 students served
The Lafayette Parish School District is the fourth biggest school district in Louisiana, and students in Larabee who choose to attend public schools can attend classes at Evangeline Elementary School, with a B-minus overall grade and a 16-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio. Acadian Middle School students can join 4-H or the Science Club starting in sixth grade. The school is rated a C-plus overall. Northside High School students need a portable electronic device to complete coursework, which is lent out to kids. The school has a 17-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a C-minus overall grade on Niche.
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Keeping top of mind while purchasing a home in this area
Along with the good aspects of owning a home in this part of the country, there are also some important things to remember. “Keep in mind that when buying a home, it could be a greater risk for flooding,” says Tommy Hayes, a Realtor with Latter & Blum with almost 20 years of selling experience. “The area is prone to hurricanes and prolonged rains. It’s also important to know that flood insurance is not part of the homeowners' insurance policy.” Most homes in this neighborhood are priced between $150,000 and $300,000, with the majority being above $200,000. The average price per square foot is $113. Some of the homes that were built within the past five years are still priced below $300,000. The popular architectural styles are ranch-style, bungalow, cottage-style homes and modern contemporary for some of the newer homes being built.
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Walkability is limited for long distances
While getting around within subdivisions and small neighborhoods can be easily done with sidewalks, it’s not easy if you want to travel a long way and don’t have a car. A few bus stops that venture north to the Stirling Lafayette Shopping Center are found along Louisiana Avenue, and a bus stop on Willow Street is west of the intersection with Louisiana Avenue. Interstate 10 is to the north, where traveling eastbound for about an hour will get you to Baton Rouge. The nearest medical facility is 6 miles away at Ochsner University Hospital.Shopping close to Interstate 10
At the Louisiana Avenue exit off Interstate 10, plenty of shopping opportunities exist at the Stirling Lafayette Shopping Center. Whether going on a Target run, shopping for clothes at Ross or for the furry member of the family at Petco, there’s plenty of parking and selection in the array of box stores. Some quick grocery items can be bought at Stop and Buy or seafood at the Stop and Buy Seafood Store on Carmel Drive.
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Jeff Stapleton
Photography Contributed By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Charles Ditch
Charles Ditch
Keaty Real Estate Team
(337) 545-2526
56 Total Sales
1 in Larabee
$145,000 Price
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Candace Selman
Candace Selman
Responds QuicklyCypress Realty Of Louisiana
(318) 592-8244
237 Total Sales
1 in Larabee
$250,000 Price
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Diana Greene
DG
Diana Greene
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Acadiana
(337) 341-8849
91 Total Sales
2 in Larabee
$54K - $155K Price Range
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Sean Hettich
Sean Hettich
Responds QuicklyDistrict South Real Estate Co.
(337) 317-4591
512 Total Sales
2 in Larabee
$190K - $236K Price Range
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Brandi McKnight
BM
Brandi McKnight
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Acadiana
(337) 341-8333
285 Total Sales
1 in Larabee
$220,000 Price
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Michael Chapple
Michael Chapple
Responds QuicklyLatter & Blum
(337) 358-6303
66 Total Sales
1 in Larabee
$209,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Heymann Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Dalton "Pee Wee" Leblanc Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
F E 'Pa' Davis Park
- Basketball
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
Acadiana Park Nature Station
- Camping
- Trails
- Nature Center
Mouton Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Brown Memorial Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Larabee | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Larabee Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Larabee, Lafayette sell after 100 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Larabee, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $219,900, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$239,000
Median Sale Price
$219,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$231,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
75
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$121
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
820
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Median Year Built
2014
Months of Supply
4.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,744
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,306
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,833
Median Age
40
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,312
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,680
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.9%
College Graduates
22.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
% Population in Labor Force
51.2%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Old Lafayette neighborhood cultivating its roots close to downtown
Pa Davis Park
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Mills North
Modest homes in the culturally rich north side of Lafayette
River Oaks
Southern Bayou charm and history close to the airport
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