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A wartime suburb tells its history while looking ahead
From its exemplary midcentury architecture to its spoke-and-wheel layout, Maplewood is a strong example of the wartime American suburb. Built in the early 1940s over muddy lowlands, Maplewood quickly became a community of Cities Service Refinery (later Citgo) employees when fuel demands were exploding due to World War II. To accommodate its new residents, Louisiana invested in new amenities — including the state's first strip mall — earning Maplewood the nickname "Louisiana's Newest Modern Town." Although the demand for fuel has diminished, Maplewood is still heavily influenced by the petrochemical industry. "Sulphur has a lot of industry," says broker Steve Rackley, owner of R Home Real Estate LLC. "The people who work at the plants, they want to be even closer to work." Recently, new investments in housing stock and a central green space have given the neighborhood a strong sense of community that continues to grow.
Maplewood is a quaint neighborhood located within Sulphur, LA.
Take a stroll around Center Circle Park in Maplewood, a relaxing way to end the day.
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Multimillion dollar upgrades at Center Circle Park
Center Circle Park anchors the neighborhood. The community square has received continuous upgrades over the years, particularly after it was destroyed by Hurricane Laura in 2020. Two years prior, the newly built Maplewood Commons brought in tranquil walking paths, fountains and places to sit. Most recently, an $8 million redevelopment project broke ground on several new recreational and leisure amenities, including a pool and splash pad, pickleball courts, an inclusive playground and a community center. The project is expected to wrap up sometime in late 2025. Until then, residents can avoid the construction by hitting the batting cages or pickleball courts at nearby McMurry Park.
Residents of Maplewood shoot hoops every evening at the Center Circle Park courts.
Maplewood is a very sports driven neighborhood, with several ball parks within a short drive.
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Parents get involved at Maplewood Elementary
Students begin school in the heart of the neighborhood, attending grades K through 5 at Maplewood Elementary, which has a Niche score of B. For grades 6 through 8, students stay on the same campus but age up to Maplewood Middle School, which is rated B-plus. The school dovetails with the neighborhood, hosting several activities throughout the year, including Family Reading Nights and the Muffins and Math tutoring program. Lastly, students attend Sulphur High School, rated B-plus.
Maplewood Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 16:1.
Maplewood Middle has a student body of 335 students.
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Immediate access to multiple major highways
The highway loop that surrounds Lake Charles merges just south of Maplewood with an interchange for Interstates 10 and 210. U.S. Highway 90 also passes by the north end of the neighborhood for western trips. Together, the options mean less time spent on the road, whether it's for accessing job sites or entertainment in Downtown Lake Charles. However, I-10 does experience slowdowns at busy exists during peak commuting hours. This is likely to worsen in the coming years as the city prepares to redesign the I-10 bridge.
The I-10 interchange is located on the southern edge of Maplewood.
Several highways run by Maplewood, providing easy access to other areas of the city.
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Midcentury ranchers and newly built snout houses
Quiet residential streets branch off from a central green space of Center Circle Park. Most of the area is an established community of midcentury modern ranch-styles that were built as rentals in the mid-20th century. Some received renovations and updates over the decades that followed, while others were replaced by more traditionally designed ranchers in the latter half of the century. Most homes average roughly 1,500 square feet, ranging from $150,000 to $250,000. Starting in 2019, the Maple Creek subdivision in the southwest corner of Maplewood has offered some of the newest construction in Sulphur. Although the lots are smaller, these new traditional snout houses come with more garage space and additional square footage, giving them a higher price point of $200,000 to $310,000.
Most homes in Maplewood offer two car garages.
Many young homeowners are choosing Maplewood as the place to set their roots.
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Stuffed patties from Maplewood Burgers
As Maplewood's commercial backbone, Cities Service Highway provides access to ample shopping and dining. Big-box options, like a Walmart Supercenter and a Lowe's Home Improvement, sit near smaller businesses, including pharmacies, indoor gyms, auto parts stores and bank branches, as well as a smattering of chain restaurants like Whataburger. However, burger aficionados tend to prefer the stuffed burger at Maplewood Burgers, an unassuming option down the street. Around the corner, locals make a morning tradition of visiting Snowflake Donuts, beloved for its kolaches, an Eastern European delicacy.
Friends gather to enjoy burgers at Maplewood Burgers, in central Maplewood.
Residents can stop by Walmart in Maplewood for fresh produce and meats.
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Lions Club barbecues and church holiday parties
The Maplewood/Hollywood Lions Club gets together with locals from Maplewood and nearby neighborhoods for recurring events throughout the year, such as a fall barbecue in October and an annual Thanksgiving dinner. Religious institutions like Maplewood First Baptist also tighten community bonds through ministries and regular services, as well as seasonal activities like Christmas caroling and the annual Easter Egg Roll.
Things to consider
Maple Fork forms the southwestern edge of Maplewood and frequently floods when it rains. For the Maple Creek subdivision, that calls for flood insurance. Additionally, the subdivision's proximity to I-10 means extra noise. Several streets near the center of Maplewood also experience high water levels when it rains, but they are not in a flood zone.
Maplewood, due to its location to the water, is prone to flooding.
Maple Creek is a newly built subdivision in the Maplewood area.
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Parks in this Area
Center Circle Park
Sulphur Parks and Recreation
Transit
Airport
Lake Charles Regional
22 min drive
Maplewood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Maplewood, Sulphur sell after 95 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Maplewood, Sulphur over the last 12 months is $497,495, up 1% 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,582
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,987
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,805
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
23.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.6%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
64''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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