UPPER LAFAYETTE

Rolling hills, green fields and country stores characterize the area known as "Upper Lafayette." Located at the crossroads of interstates 49 and 10, this area has convenient access to the gateway to the parish.

Many new residential developments have sprung up over the last several years in and around the town of Carencro and along scenic Hwy. 182. Louisiana Avenue's lifestyle center offers several options for shopping, with National Retailers and local offerings. Beautiful homes on sprawling lots and "mini farms”can also be found in this area, which hints at its equestrian heritage at the former Evangeline Downs racetrack.

Where the West Begins

Accommodating an array of small neighborhoods, this agricultural section of the parish features wooded areas and authentic homes along the bayou. West Lafayette is also experiencing a great deal of commercial growth, with several forthcoming subdivisions, while still offering plenty of opportunities for future development.

A popular attraction is Acadian Village, a reproduction of an 18th century community in Southwest Louisiana. Family homes nearby illustrate the distinctive Acadian architecture the parish in which the parish is known.

Central

The Heart of the Heart of Cajun Country is Central Lafayette Parish. The historic downtown area along with scores of historic buildings highlight this area. It's also home to the Cajundome Convention Center, Oil Center, Lafayette Chamber of Commerce and Heymann Performing Arts Center.

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette, the second-largest university in the state, gives this area a bustling, college feel. Positioned around the Vermilion River, older neighborhoods add charm and architectural style.

Central Lafayette also offers a broad range of commercial development, from trendy restaurants to boutique shopping, bars, cafes and businesses. If you're looking for the heart of Lafayette's city center, this is your neighborhood.

South - Heartbeat of Lafayette Parish

Experiencing huge growth both residentially and commercially, South Lafayette Parish is rapidly becoming the place for newcomers.

Anchoring South Lafayette Parish are the communities of Youngsville and Broussard. Offering small-town community environments with a rural feel, both towns are just moments away from superb restaurants, shopping and entertainment.

Traditional neighborhood development Sugar Mill Pond features homes situated around a town center in Youngsville, while Broussard is known for its historic cottages and hometown restaurants. This area grants you the opportunity to embrace country-style living, while still being conveniently located to work and play.

Traditional Neighborhood Developments

Traditional Neighborhood Developments (TNDs) incorporate a variety of land uses and house types in a defined area. Its development process combines early twentieth century planning principals with the socially responsible policies of the twenty -first century. Together this comprehensive planning system creates communities that accommodate educational facilities; civic buildings and commercial establishments, all located within walking distance of private homes.

A hallmark of TNDs is that they are planned to be pedestrian friendly, rather than automobile friendly. A unique network of paths, streets and lanes provides residents the option of walking, biking or driving to real destinations within their neighborhood. This same transportation network functions to calm and disperse traffic in a responsible and efficient manner.

Examples of TNDs:

Olde Towne at Millcreek, Lafayette oldetowneatmillcreek.com
River Ranch, Lafayette riverranchdevelopment.com
Sugar Mill Pond, Youngsville sugarmillpond.com