Youngsville has consistently ranked among the fastest-growing places in Louisiana since the 1990s. Growing from humble beginnings as a rural farming town, this expanding community has drawn major appeal for homebuyers thanks to a simple commute to Lafayette, a family-friendly atmosphere and local amenities like Sugar Mill Pond. “You’ve got a whole range of people moving in, from first-time homebuyers to couples downsizing,” says Julie Knight, an independent Realtor and broker with six years of experience. In addition to selling homes in town and across the Acadiana region, Knight previously lived in Youngsville. According to her, Youngsville has a small-town vibe with the atmosphere of a larger city.
A row of brick homes sit along a quiet cul-de-sac road in central Youngsville, Louisiana.
A mailman delivers mail to residents of Youngsville, Louisiana.
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Acadiana architecture at a wide range of price points
“There’s a wide range of homes here,” Knight says. Many of Youngsville’s homes are built in an updated version of the classic Acadian style, with pitched roofs and upper floors with separated areas. Fans of farmhouse exteriors can also find some barn-influenced homes in the area, along with a small selection of townhomes. With the area’s recent boom in development, most homes in Youngsville are less than a decade old on average. Values range from $130,000 for a modest ranch up to $1 million for a luxurious estate, with the typical single-family home selling for about $300,000.
A row of traditional brick homes sits along a quiet Youngsville street.
Colonial style homes are a popular option among single family home owners in Youngsville, LA.
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Class is just the beginning at Southside High School
Public school students in Youngsville attend schools in the Lafayette Parish School System. Kids learn the fundamentals for life at Ernest Gallet Elementary School and Lindon Elementary School, which both hold A-minus grades on Niche. About 650 students in the area attend the B-ranked Youngsville Middle School. Southside High School opened in 2017 and offers more than 20 extracurricular programs, from dance and drama to quiz bowl and esports. The school holds a B-minus rank on Niche.
Kids learn the fundamentals for life at Ernest Gallet Elementary School.
Lindon Elementary School offers classes for grades K-5 in the Youngsville area of Louisiana.
Youngsville Middle School offers classes for grades 6-8 in the greater Youngsville area.
Southside High School offers classes for grades 9-12 in the Youngsville area.
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Swing for the fences at the Youngsville Sports Complex
The Youngsville Sports Complex is one of the area’s premier stops for outdoor recreation. With five baseball diamonds, six soccer fields, four softball fields and more, the complex offers a wide range of facilities for individual play or club sports. Sugar Mill Pond is one of Youngsville’s ideal spots for fishing, and the area also features a playground, a pool with a waterslide and a splash pad area. Youngsville’s city government took over the management of Foster Park, a park established in the 1970s. The city intends to invest in improvement to the park’s existing facilities, which include a playground, multiple pavilions, a fitness trail and a basketball court.
Several sets of exercise equipment can be found at Youngsville Sports Complex in Youngsville.
A couple of friends enjoy a stroll along one of Youngsville Sports Complex's many trails.
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Take Lafayette Street to get to the Hub City
Commuters can expect a drive of about 10 miles from Youngsville to Lafayette on LA-89-1/Lafayette Street. Professionals driving to Baton Rouge should reach the capital city after a 65 mile drive on Interstate 10. Youngsville’s nearest hospital, Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, is 6 miles away in Lafayette. Flights out of the Lafayette area depart from Lafayette Regional Airport, 9 miles north of the city.
Try a Cajun taco from TaD's
All About You Boutique & Gifts is a local destination for ladies’ clothing and accessories, found on Milton Avenue. Within the same area, chain dining options like McDonald’s and CC’s Coffee House sit next to local favorites such as Bayou Pop Gourmet Popcorn and Agave Mexican Grill. To the east on Bonin Road, TaD’s Louisiana Cooking offers classic Louisiana comfort food alongside Cajun tacos and other unique favorites. Key options for groceries in the area include Nunu’s Market, Rouses Market, and Super 1 Foods. Other shopping mainstays in the area include three Dollar General locations, Walgreens and CVS near Chemin Metairie Parkway, and Family Dollar on Lafayette Street.
Residents can find fresh, local seafood tacos at TaD's Louisiana Cooking in Youngsville, LA.
TaD's Louisiana Cooking in Youngsville is known for their bright ambiance and cold drinks.
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Golfing, live music and festivals in town
Youngsville’s short distance from Lafayette makes it easy to go to events in the city, but locals don’t have to make the trip north to enjoy a day or night out. Residents can find daily drink specials and weekly live music at The Taproom, stop by The Acadiana Bar and Grill for unlimited fish on Fridays or visit The Hangout for cornhole tournaments on Mondays. Citywide celebrations such as the Mardi Gras Parade also happen periodically throughout the year. Residents can also spend a day out on the green of Le Triomphe Golf & Country Club, 4 miles east of the city.
Youngsville, Louisiana is located about ten minutes south of Lafayette, Louisiana.
Le Triomphe Golf Course is an award winning 18-hole course in Youngsville.
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