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Walker

Walker

Located in Livingston County

$258,239 Average Value
$151 Average Price per Sq Ft
85 Homes For Sale

Pleasant days and starry nights await you in Walker, Louisiana. It’s one of only two cities in Livingston Parish and was founded in the 1820s. Originally called Milton Old Field, the town’s name was changed to Walker in 1890. Located in the pine woods near the twisting Amite River and some 20 miles east of Baton Rouge, Walker has a small urban core. But it stretches far beyond that to embrace open, rural land. There’s so little light pollution on the outskirts of town that a national observatory makes its home there, as it scans the skies, catching glimpses of what lies beyond the Milky Way.

Living in Walker provides residents with the best of country and city lifestyles. There’s plenty of open space to build your own dream home, and lots range from a few thousand dollars to several hundreds of thousands depending on how much land you’d like. Along with custom-built residences, you’ll find both traditional and a surprising amount of more contemporary housing. There are also manufactured homes, cottages, Acadians, farmhouses and ranch-style dwellings throughout the area. Prices range from $185,000 for a three-bedroom, two-bath ranch-style residence to $700,000 for a five-bedroom, four-bath traditionally designed newly built construction.

Students in the area have their choice of schools in Walker itself or throughout the parish as a whole. Walker Elementary educates children while empowering them. The school is growing quickly with new classes being added for prekindergarten, second, third and fifth grades. Walker Junior High participates in the State Library of Louisiana’s Young Reader’s Choice Awards and helps make the journey to high school easier. Walker High was founded in 1921 and focuses on career and college preparation while remaining one of the top 35 best schools in the state for athletes according to Niche. It also has a visual arts department teaching ceramics, game animation and art history courses.

In the more urban part of Walker, those craving the outdoors can venture to Sidney Hutchinson Park. The green space is centrally located and surrounded by a 1.2-mile walking trail that takes you around the perimeter of the park. The path is dog-friendly and has a few spots where your furry companion can run off-leash. The space also has a large lagoon stocked with fish like rainbow trout. You can cast your line from the footbridge spanning the waterway while watching ducks and geese enjoy themselves in and around the pond. In addition, the park has baseball diamonds for summertime games and Challenger Field for players with disabilities.

One of the most unique features of the Walker area is the LIGO Livingston Observatory. One of four sites working in conjunction to detect gravitational waves in space, the station’s sister site is located over 3,000 kilometers away in Hanford, Washington. Gravitational waves can signal the birth or death of a star as well as when stars collide. The public can learn more about what these waves mean on the first Saturday of every month when the observatory opens to the community by appointment. There are over 50 interactive exhibits in the Science Education Center for young and old to explore in this remote area of Livingston Parish.

Walker welcomes residents home each day with a laid-back attitude, everyday essentials and star-filled skies.

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Walker Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$255,000
Median Sale Price
$240,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$246,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$179,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
718
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$151

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
85
Months of Supply
1.40

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jul 12
    10:30am - 12:30pm

    34220 Garnet Lake Dr, Walker, LA 70785

    $283,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,596 Sq Ft
    • 34220 Garnet Lake Dr
    • New 3 days ago

    SELLERS ARE MOTIVATED! This fabulous 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is ready for you to call it home. The kitchen island opens into the living and dining areas with natural light spilling in from the windows from the patio. The kitchen features granite counters, stainless appliances including gas range/oven, fridge, microwave, dishwasher and a corner pantry. Primary bath has double vanities and separate

    LIBBY CABRERA Hanemann Realty, Inc.

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  • Sunday, Jul 13
    1 - 3pm

    32350 Sasser Ln, Walker, LA 70785

    $255,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,541 Sq Ft
    • 32350 Sasser Ln
    • New 11 days ago

    Welcome to peaceful country living in Walker! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a comfortable layout across 1,541 square feet of well-designed space. Whether you're enjoying a quiet night in or entertaining friends, the open living area provides flexibility and room to relax. Step outside and you'll discover one of the home’s standout features: a spacious yard perfect for gatherings, garden

    Dustie Sheets Magnolia Roots Realty LLC

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  • Sunday, Jul 13
    2 - 4pm

    34888 Spring Trails Dr, Walker, LA 70785

    $275,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,867 Sq Ft
    • 34888 Spring Trails Dr
    • New 23 days ago

    **OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY 2 PM - 4 PM** This move-in ready home feels like new construction—no nail holes, just perfection! Features a split floor plan w/open-concept living, dining, & kitchen areas filled w/natural light. The kitchen includes stainless appliances, gas range, corner pantry, & large island. Primary suite offers dual vanities, soaking tub, separate shower, & spacious walk-in closet.

    Laura Buck Smith The Market Real Estate Co

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value





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Property Mix - Square Feet

Walker Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,652
Median Age
38
Population under 18
25.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$86,844
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,415

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.7%
College Graduates
22.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
63''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

1 / 100
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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.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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