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Scott, LA

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Rural charm abounds in “The City Where the West Begins”

Rural Charming Restaurants Farming Pastoral

Scott sits just five miles west of Lafayette, yet it provides a scenic rural setting where residents enjoy plenty of space and a friendly community. The town’s “Wild West” atmosphere is long gone, and today it’s better known as the boudin capital of the world. The flavorful Cajun sausage has put Scott on the forefront of Louisiana’s vast culinary landscape.

There’s a variety of apartments and homes available in Scott. Some will put you closer to the amenities of Lafayette, while others are surrounded by farmland and forests. Cajun restaurants serving crawfish and cracklins and popular local bars can be found near I-10 and US-90. Walmart and Acadiana Mall round out the retail offering to the south. Those who commute for work are only 15 minutes away from the city.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Scott, LA is $1,273 for one bedroom, $1,468 for two bedrooms, and $1,800 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Scott has decreased by -6.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,273/month
859 Sq Ft
House
$1,647/month
1,445 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,097/month
868 Sq Ft
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Transportation

29

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

38

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

L. Leo Judice Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

368 Students

10
out of 10

J. Wallace James Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

939 Students

7
out of 10

Westside Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

635 Students

7
out of 10

Scott Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

559 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Lafayette Science Museum & Planetarium
  • Children's Museum of Acadiana
  • Acadiana Park Nature Station

Airports

  • Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field

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