Formerly a factory town on the outskirts of Shreveport, the Cedar Grove and Lynbrook area today is a small residential community within the city, with much of its industrial framework and influence still intact.
Since its annexation by the city in 1927, Cedar Grove and Lynbrook have continued to grow as a blue-collar community. To meet the housing needs of its growing workforce in the midcentury period, Sears kit homes proliferated, providing quick and affordable housing options for factory employees. “There are two of the older areas of Shreveport,” says Joel Hall, a local real estate agent with Re/Max Real Estate Services. “Most of the houses would’ve been built from the 1930s to 1960s.”
With the neighborhood straddling Interstate 49, some warehouses and manufacturers form industrial zones providing jobs in construction, tile manufacturing, auto repair, air conditioner maintenance, plumbing and wholesale distribution. Across the community, 70% of the land is in industrial use. Nonetheless, the residential community remains integral with 3,200 homes in the area, most of which provide low-cost housing options to this day.
Many homes here are close to local parks and recreational areas.
Residents have access to specialty shops, including auto parts and home goods.
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A low-cost neighborhood in a low-cost city
Outside of the remaining Sears kit homes, the neighborhood also includes Craftsman bungalows, duplexes and midcentury ranch-style homes. “There are many cottage-style homes, many with wood frames,” Hall says. “Starting in the ‘60s, you’ll see houses built on slabs but not before.” Prices in Cedar Grove/Lynbrook range from $30,000 to $75,000, more affordable in comparison with the rest of Shreveport. With an average home value of $163,000, Shreveport is already one of the least expensive cities in the U.S., as the average home value nationwide is quickly approaching $500,000.
Many homes are well-maintained, reflecting the pride of ownership in the neighborhood.
The neighborhood’s cottages blend well with the larger historic homes in the area.
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Parks
Tucked away in a corner of the neighborhood is the two-acre Greenwood Park, encircled by a residential loop road. Children delight in the swings and slides on the mulched playground protected by a shade structure. In the open spaces of the park, adults and kids alike can fly kites, play soccer, or lie on the grass. Purple and orange-painted basketball courts encourage players to show off their skills, and an asphalt walking and jogging path winds through the area. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, there are covered picnic sites complete with grills to help quiet rumbling stomachs.
Other recreational spaces in the area include the centrally located Cedar Grove Park, which includes a baseball diamond, basketball courts and a children’s playground. Nearby in the eastern part of the neighborhood, the A.B. Palmer Community Center features an indoor gym and swimming pool and some outdoor amenities, including lighted ball fields and outdoor basketball courts. Many in the community visit the recreation center, as it also offers after-school programs for kids and can be rented for parties and other events.
In one of the older industrial sections of the community, large warehouse spaces have been converted to recreational gyms and fieldhouses for indoor sports. These businesses include AcroSports Gym, D1 Training Shreveport and the Red River Range, a shooting gallery where visitors can rent firearms for target practice.
Residents often use the park for outdoor fitness activities.
AB Palmer is known for its family-friendly environment and activities.
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Community schools and advance programs in the Caddo Parish system
Students in the community can attend Atkins Elementary School in the center of the community. Niche gives it a C-minus rating. From there, students can advance to Ridgewood Middle School and Southwood High School. Ridgewood gets a C-minus rating, while the high school gets a C-plus. At Southwood, programs such as the Freshmen Academy, the MST program (Math, Science and Technology), EAST program (Educated Accelerated by Service and Technology) help students maintain their grades and advance their career goals.
Atkins Elementary Technology School
Southwood High School, home of the Cowboys.
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Southern-style restaurants and nearby supermarkets
Living in Cedar Grove/Lynbrook provides plenty of eateries to choose from. Southern Classic Chicken, a regional chain, has been in business for over 35 years, serving fried chicken and sides at an affordable price point. Sushi Gen opened a decade ago and invites guests in with their laid-back atmosphere and patio for outdoor dining. Finally, Superior Grill is consistently rated one of the best Mexican restaurants in the state and is well known for their frozen and iced margaritas.
Folks in the community have few places to choose from when it comes to groceries. At the center of the community, Piggly Wiggly has a store on Linwood Avenue, one of the area’s main local thoroughfares. About two miles down the same road, a Walmart Neighborhood Center and Brookshire’s Supermarket are across from each other in a small commercial corridor at Linwood’s intersection with the W. Bert Kouns Industrial Loop.
Piggly Wiggly has been a staple in the community for many years, building strong ties.
The local Walamrt is open seven days a week, making it a convenient option.
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Easy highway access to downtown and the region
I-49, which intersects with I-20 to the north just before hitting downtown, makes it easy for commuters to reach the city center about six miles away. Locals in the area can also ride Sportran buses to get around, as the local transit system has several routes and stops coursing through the community. Those traveling farther afield can fly out of Shreveport Regional Airport about 4 miles west off of I-20. Allegiant, American, Delta and United all serve the airport with direct flights to Atlanta, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston and Denver.
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Parks in this Area
Betty Virginia Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Cedar Grove Park
Southern Hills Metro Park
Baseball/Softball
Pool
Tennis
Caddo Heights Park
Basketball
Multi-Purpose Field
Hattie Perry Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Parking Lot
Sunset Acres Park
Walker Place Park
Greenbrook Park
Transit
Airport
Shreveport Regional
13 min drive
Bus
E. 85th St & Thornhill Ave (Outbound)
Bus
Southern Ave & E. 69th St (Inbound)
Bus
Southern Ave & e.60th St (Inbound)
Bus
Fairfield Ave & Marx St (Outbound)
Bus
Linwood Ave & Hollywood Ave (Inbound)
Bus
W. 84th St & St. Vincent Ave (Outbound)
Bus
St. Vincent Ave & W .79th St (Inbound)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cedar Grove/Lynbrook
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
6
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 Cedar Grove/Lynbrook, Shreveport sell after 85 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Cedar Grove/Lynbrook, Shreveport over the last 12 months is $61,013, down 13% from the average 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
12,359
Median Age
35
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$20,744
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$31,904
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.4%
% Population in Labor Force
54.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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