$293,447Average Value$170Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Rural Elm Grove offers proximity to Lake Binteanu and good schools
Elm Grove is a rural, residential community located on the south side of Bossier Parish, a highly desirable area known to locals as "SoBo." This community is near Barksdale Air Force Base, in the heart of the parish, attracting military personnel. “The schools are good, it’s close to Lake Binteanu, and there are some beautiful homes on many acres,” says Karen Johnson, a Realtor with Keller Williams Northwest who sells throughout the area and lives in nearby North Bossier.
Elm Grove is located on the banks of Lake Bistineau.
Elm Grove Middle school is a great school for residents to attend.
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Spacious homes with mature trees and varied architecture
Elm Grove’s homes are an eclectic mix of manufactured, ranch-style, New Traditional and waterfront cottages near Lake Bistineau. They have anywhere from two to four bedrooms and range in price from $170,000 to $550,000, with higher-priced homes featuring more square footage and lots spanning multiple acres. Main roadways are only two lanes, and homes sit far back from them, often flanked by mature trees.
Flooding is possible throughout the area, and owners are urged to purchase flood insurance. Bossier City participates in the National Flood Insurance Program, which helps residents secure insurance from local agents. Tornadoes are also possible in Elm Grove and the surrounding areas. Regarding crime, this community scores one out of 10 on the CAP Index, three points lower than the national average.
Buyers will find a plethora of Cypress trees growing all around Elm Grove.
Homes in Elm Grove are starting to be renovated into larger more modern homes.
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Residents enjoy nature, local events, and many convenient amenities
Lake Bistineau State Park, less than 20 miles away, is a go-to for camping, boating, biking and hiking. Olde Oaks Golf Course, also nearby, is a favorite for local golfers. The public course features a 27-hole layout. Residents head to the heart of Bossier, near Interstates 20 and 230, to run errands. Options include big-box stores, Willis-Knighton Hospital Bossier and a selection of local restaurants, including l2Johns Steak & Seafood, an upscale date night spot, and El Mariachi, a favorite for its authentic Mexican dishes.
Also near the interstates are services and churches of all denominations. “If you’re Baptist, there are plenty to choose from,” Johnson says. More shopping, dining and entertainment options are across the Red River in Shreveport. Residents can attend local events like the Barksdale Market, which takes place each Sunday and features produce and handmade goods from local vendors, and the Bossier Night Market, which is larger and occurs a few times a year in the parking lot of the Pierre Bossier Mall.
Barksdale Farmers Market occurs every Sunday in the summer and Fall months.
Elm Grove gamers can check out the casinos in downtown Shreveport and Bossier City.
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B-plus-rated schools with support for military families
The schools zoned to the community are Elm Grove Elementary, Elm Grove Middle and Parkway High. All three schools rate a B-plus on Niche and are encompassed by Bossier Parish Schools. Parkway High offers clubs and organizations, including Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC), Bossier Youth Leadership and Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). Bossier Parish Schools has a program to help children from military families adjust to school, which includes a military family support manager.
Elm GroveElm Grove elementary offers great extracurricular activities for students.
Elm Grove is located in Bossier City which is the homes of the Bakersfield Air Force base.
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Highway 71 and Route 157 provide quick access to nearby areas
U.S. Highway 71 and State Route 157 run through Elm Grove, connecting to other South Bossier communities and the interstates. Shreveport Regional Airport is about 25 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Lake Bistineau State Park
Camping
Fishing
Picnic Area
Plantation Acres Playground
Hannah's Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Shreveport Regional
49 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Elm Grove
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Elm Grove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Elm Grove, Shreveport sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Elm Grove, Shreveport over the last 12 months is $179,000, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Come check out this charming lake house in Elm Grove, LA, perfectly positioned right off the beautiful Lake Bistineau! This wonderful home offers a relaxed waterfront lifestyle with plenty of space and convenient features. Enjoy year-round comfort thanks to the brand-new HVAC mini-split system, offering energy-efficient heating and cooling throughout the home. The spacious 2-car detached garage
Bring your manufactured home or build your dream home! This lot over half acre just a year ago had a home on it and moved off! Septic and well there and move right in!
Lake Bistineau - Lake Front Home - Elm Grove - South Bossier Schools - 3 bedroom 3 Bath home with an Office that could be used as 4th Bedroom or Den - Screened in Porch, across Lake Side of Home, that Expands your Entertaining Area - Work Shop with 2nd story for Storage - 2 Bedrooms offer Ensuite Bathrooms - Spacious Kitchen with tons of Cabinets - Laundry Room has a Built In Pet Shower Station
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,169
Median Age
49
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,714
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,325
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87%
College Graduates
18.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%
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®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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