Why Live in River Ranch
River Ranch in Lafayette is a thoughtfully planned community featuring 900 households, designed with traditional neighborhood patterns and inspired by New Orleans' iconic mansions and Creole Cottages. The neighborhood is divided into two districts, each with its own green spaces, shopping centers, restaurants, and walking trails, emphasizing walkability with some pedestrian-only streets. The community's Town Center is a central hub, hosting various boutiques, dining options, grocery stores, and banks. Notable attractions include the River Ranch gazebo, which hosts events like the seasonal Rhythms on the River concert series and The Big Easel art festival. The homes in River Ranch range from New Orleans-style mansions to Creole Cottages, with some properties offering views of the Vermillion River. The area spans over 300 acres, providing a spacious yet accessible environment. Dining options are diverse, with Pour Restaurant and Bar offering seasonal New American cuisine and handcrafted cocktails, while Ruffino’s on the River provides an elegant dining experience with interactive culinary events. River Ranch is conveniently located near hospitals, big-box stores like Costco and Whole Foods, and is bordered by the Vermillion River. The neighborhood's schools include Broadmoor Elementary, a National School of Excellence, Edgar Martin Middle, and Ovey Comeaux High, which offers specialized programs and numerous extracurricular activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Ranch a good place to live?
River Ranch is a good place to live. River Ranch is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. River Ranch is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. River Ranch has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.8 people per acre and a median age of 51. The average household income is $175,232 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 73.4% of residents. A majority of residents in River Ranch are home owners, with 34.4% of residents renting and 65.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving River Ranch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
River Ranch neighborhood guide.
Is River Ranch, LA a safe neighborhood?
River Ranch, LA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in River Ranch?
The median home price in River Ranch is $749,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $149,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $166K a year to afford the median home price in River Ranch. The average household income in River Ranch is $175K.
What are the best public schools in River Ranch?
The best public schools that serve River Ranch are:
What are the best private schools in River Ranch?
The best private schools that serve River Ranch are:
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Are home prices dropping in River Ranch?
Yes, home prices in River Ranch are down 9% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in River Ranch, LA
On average, homes in River Ranch, Lafayette sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in River Ranch, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $642,000, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$642,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$724,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$699,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$298
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median List Price
$749,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%