French Colony
315 Amesbury Dr,
Lafayette, LA 70507
$830 - $1,356 | 1-2 Beds
Carencro
Carencro, LA
Area Guide
Delight in suburban tranquility on the cusp of Lafayette
Suburban
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Rural
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Quaint
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Diverse
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Growing
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Welcoming
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Peaceful
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Scenic
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Historic
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Accessible
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Convenient
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Located about seven miles north of Lafayette, Carencro is a growing suburb situated along I-49, just north of its intersection with I-10. Carencro offers residents a peaceful lifestyle in a small-town environment with convenient access to the many amenities of bustling Lafayette.
The ornate Saint Peter Roman Catholic Church anchors Downtown Carencro, which contains an array of specialty shops and restaurants in historic buildings. Pelican Park and Carencro Park provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities in addition to the vast Farm D’Allie Golf Course. Easy access to I-49 and I-10 as well as Lafayette Regional Airport makes commuting and traveling from Carencro simple.
Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Carencro, LA is $701 for one bedroom, and $801 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Carencro has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$701/month
0 Sq Ft
House
$1,612/month
1,438 Sq Ft
Transportation
24
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
32
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Carencro Heights Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
711 Students
7
Public
Grades 5-8
665 Students
5
Public
Grades 5-8
665 Students
5
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Acadiana Park Nature Station
- Lafayette Science Museum & Planetarium
- Children's Museum of Acadiana
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field
