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Youngsville, LA

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Life is sweeter in Lafayette Parish

Suburban Family-Friendly Scenic Peaceful Historic Growing

Located about nine miles south of Lafayette, Youngsville is a largely residential community brimming with tree-lined streets and historic charm. Youngsville sits in the heart of Cajun and Creole country, offering an array of authentic restaurants and local hangouts.

Youngsville fosters a small-town sense of community through a bevy of special events, including the annual Independence Day Celebration, Movie at the Park, and the Youngsville Farmers and Artisans Market. Attractions within close proximity to Youngsville are Zoosiana, Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site, and Acadiana Mall. Getting around from Youngsville is easy with convenience to U.S. 90 and U.S. 167.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Youngsville, LA is $1,090 for one bedroom, $1,516 for two bedrooms, and $2,026 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Youngsville has decreased by -5.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,090/month
638 Sq Ft
House
$2,017/month
1,702 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,885/month
1,485 Sq Ft
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Transportation

24

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

33

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

Green T. Lindon Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

880 Students

10
out of 10

Ernest Gallet Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

702 Students

10
out of 10

Youngsville Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

646 Students

6
out of 10

Southside High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,910 Students

9
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Zoo of Acadiana
  • Children's Museum of Acadiana
  • Lafayette Science Museum & Planetarium

Airports

  • Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field

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Restaurants

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From boiled crawfish to fine Italian dishes, dining opportunities in and around Youngsville will satisfy any appetite. Within the city, residents can eat hearty pasta dishes at Romacelli in the Sugar Mill Pond neighborhood or kick back with a good drink and burgers or seafood at locations such as Morvant's Bar & Grill or the Hook'd Up Bar and Grill. Less than half-an-hour away in cities such as Lafayette and New Iberia, residents can find hundreds of other unique dining opportunities. Chain restaurants and fast food joints offer national favorites, but individuals who live in Youngsville are likely to rely on places like the Blue Dog Cafe or Prejean's to serve up authentic Cajun or Creole fare such as gumbo, jambalaya, and etouffee.

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