Located a few miles from Shreveport, Plain Dealing is a small town, set to expand. “It’s always been a quiet little bedroom community, but that’s changing fast,” says Denny McMullan of McMullan Realty, who has worked as a broker in the area for nearly 40 years. “They're putting in a wood product manufacturing plant opening in 2024, and I expect that to bring more retail and people to the area.” The rural town has neighboring lakes and forested areas, which is ideal for those who enjoy hunting and fishing. The town itself does not have much in the way of retail, but there are stores carrying household necessities and neighboring areas have more extensive shopping.
Plain Dealing
Located in Bossier County
Ranch-style homes
The median single-family home price in Plain Dealing is just under $200,000. “The prices are really reasonable,” says McMullan. “Many people want to be in Benton, which is much more expensive, so Plain Dealing is the next best thing with access to the same schools.” Most of the homes are ranch-style houses, some with a Cape Cod influence. Houses are located off two-lane highways, but private driveways provide a good deal of space between traffic and the home. Houses sit on large lots and have mature trees on the sizable lawns.
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Access to Benton schools
Most kids living in town will go to Plain Dealing High School, which offers prekindergarten through 12th grade and gets a B-minus from Niche. Some kids living in the southern part of the region might go to schools in Benton. Benton Elementary has an A-minus rating on Niche. Benton Middle gets an A, and Benton High has an A-minus. Benton High was noted by Niche as having outstanding teachers and being one of the top schools in Louisiana for athletes.
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Country clubs and playgrounds
For recreation, children can head to Plain Dealing Playground to swing or climb on the playground equipment. Parents can pack a lunch, as there are picnic tables available at the park. Lake Plain Dealing and the Red River both provide fishing and kayaking possibilities for locals, and golfers can head to Oakland Plantation Country Club. Oakland Plantation is home to an 18-hole course and is open year-round, weather permitting.
Old school diners and outlet malls
At Chavo’s Mexican Restaurant, diners can expect to be greeted with chips and salsa on the table. The restaurant is a casual spot to grab a quesadilla and margarita in a fun atmosphere. Residents stop by Big Dup’s Cajun Kitchen for a quick order of popcorn shrimp or hushpuppies, and Da Spott is a barbecue restaurant with sauce bottles and paper towels on the tables. Da Spott has local high school football jerseys on the wall showing off the Plain Dealing Pride. Giles Snack Shop is a neighborhood institution for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Steak and eggs is the breakfast specialty, while burgers and tall milkshakes are popular all day at this old-time diner.
There are a couple of nationally recognized chains that are one-stop shops for those looking to grab groceries. Highway 3 is home to a Piggly Wiggly and a Walmart Supercenter. For a full day’s worth of shopping, the Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets are located a few miles south at the intersection of Interstate 20 and Interstate 49. The outlets have dozens of nationally known shops and a good number of local boutiques as well.
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Hopping on the SporTran
Locals can jump on the SporTran for free public transportation. The bus system serves all of Bossier Parish County. Highway 3 runs the length of the town from north to south, while Highway 2 does the same from east to west. Interstate 49 is nearby to provide easy access to Shreveport.
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John Moyer
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Christopher Saint Germain
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Mindy Wardlaw
Mindy Wardlaw
Pinnacle Realty Advisors
(318) 706-5267
377 Total Sales
5 in Plain Dealing
$33K - $235K Price Range
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Shelly Wagner
Shelly Wagner
Shelly Wagner & Associates + JPAR Real Estate
(318) 666-4452
727 Total Sales
2 in Plain Dealing
$60K - $75K Price Range
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Leia Burford
Leia Burford
Keller Williams Northwest
(318) 924-3929
173 Total Sales
1 in Plain Dealing
$255,000 Price
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Candice Cannon
Candice Cannon
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Elite
(318) 666-4556
120 Total Sales
1 in Plain Dealing
$99,900 Price
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Catherine Hunt
Catherine Hunt
LA State Realty, LLC
(318) 708-9966
207 Total Sales
1 in Plain Dealing
$599,900 Price
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Rhonda Davis
Rhonda Davis
Open Door Realty Group, LLC
(318) 300-1606
60 Total Sales
4 in Plain Dealing
$60K - $275K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Plain Dealing Playground
Plain Dealing Housing Trends
On average, homes in Plain Dealing, LA sell after 156 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Plain Dealing, LA over the last 12 months is $134,800, down 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$185,000
Median Sale Price
$134,800
Median Single Family Sale Price
$157,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
16%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-23%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$137
Area Facts
Number of Homes
152
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
13.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,780
Below the national average
1,929
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
37,026
Homes for Sale
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Plain Dealing Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
594
Median Age
51
Population under 18
18.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$35,278
Significantly below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$36,745
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88%
College Graduates
8.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2%
% Population in Labor Force
48.8%
Below the national average
64.9%
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®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
