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Sonia Quarters is an established neighborhood
From back-to-school giveaways to day camps for seniors, Sonia Quarters is full of churches and ministries providing programs that aim to help their neighbors. In addition to a dozen houses of worship, the Alexandria neighborhood is home to Alma Redwine Elementary School, so neighborhood kids can walk to school. “It’s an old, established neighborhood. There’s definitely still a good bit of the older generation there,” says Iris Barron, a Realtor with Rhodes Realty, who has been selling houses in the area for two years. “It’s probably one of the least expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria. You can find houses between $15,000 and $40,000.”
Sonia Quarters rests along the Red River area of Alexandria.
Sonia Quarters is a wonderful place to find your next home.
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Sonia Quarters brims with vintage cottages
Homebuyers will primarily find brick and clapboard cottages built from the 1950s to the ‘70s. Properties rest along narrow sidewalk-lined streets with churches scattered between them. Lots are typically compact with chain-link fences. Prices range from $70,000 to $110,000, but those that need renovation can be found for $15,000 to $40,000. “You’ll see more investors in that area,” Barron says. “They buy them, fix them up and flip them.” Sonia Quarters has an overall CAP Index Crime Score of 6 out of 10, with scores of 8 and 9 for violent crime. The national average is 4.
Some Sonia Quarters homes have screened in front porches.
In the evenings residents of Sonia Quarters sit out on the porch and enjoy the cool air.
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Shopping and dining on North Mall Drive
To pick up the basics, there’s a B&M Grocery on Vance Avenue, and Walmart Supercenter on North Mall Drive is just 2 miles away. Also along that stretch are restaurants like Los Portales for Mexican fare and Pamela’s Bayou in a Bowl, which serves Cajun comfort foods like red beans and rice. The Alexandria Mall, 2 miles away on Masonic Drive, has more than 80 retailers including Dillard’s and Burlington Coat Factory.
Sonia Quarters residents can head to Los Portales for lunch and dinner.
Sonia Quarters residents can head to Walmart to get all their produce.
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Dance groups and camps for seniors at Antioch Baptist Church
Antioch Baptist Church on Houston Street offers a gospel music dance group for women and a Senior Day Camp with bingo games and low-impact exercise classes. Sonia Quarters Outreach Ministry on Adams Court holds an annual Back-to-School Giveaway event that provides kids with free clothing and supplies. “The churches play a big role in the neighborhood. Antioch Baptist is the newest and biggest,” Barron says. “There’s also the Martin Community Center that can be rented out for family parties and classes.”
Alexandria Zoological Park, just west of the neighborhood on Masonic Drive, features an annual Holiday Light Safari around Christmastime. The event has illuminated animal displays and thousands of Christmas lights.
Sonia Quarters has several houses of worship to choose from.
Antioch Baptist Church is one of the oldest in Sonia Quarters.
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Outdoor fun at Bringhurst City Park
Just west of the neighborhood, there’s Bringhurst City Park, the Alexandria Tennis Complex and the Hynson Dog Park. Bringhurst City Park, on Masonic Drive, has a playground, splash pad, paved walking trails and a volleyball court. Across the street, the tennis complex offers eight outdoor courts, and the dog park has fenced-in areas for larger and smaller dogs.
A mile away, residents can catch a movie at The Grand Alexandria on North Mall Drive or go bowling at the Four Seasons Bowling Center on North Boulevard. The bowling alley also has an arcade and offers youth and adult bowling leagues.
Sonia Quarters is only a short drive away from Bringhurst City Park.
Residents can sign their kids up for local sports leagues at Bringhurst City Park.
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Students attend well-ranked Pineville High School
Public school students may attend the neighborhood’s Alma Redwine Elementary, Pineville Junior High and Pineville High. Part of the Rapides Parish Public Schools, the elementary school scores a C-plus Niche grade, the middle school has a B-plus rating and the high school scores an A-minus. Pineville High School boasts a national championship-winning cheerleading team.
Interstate 49 leads to Baton Rouge
Interstate 49 traces the neighborhood’s eastern edge and provides a quick and convenient way for getting around. Baton Rouge is 125 miles southeast by way of the interstate and U.S. Route 190. The Alexandria International Airport is 7 miles northwest. Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital is a mile away on Masonic Drive, and downtown is a 2-mile drive via Overton Street.
Residents of Sonia Quarters can access the rest of town by hopping on US Interstate 49.
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Parks in this Area
Kees Park
Pineville Ward 9 Sports Complex
Transit
Airport
Alexandria International
24 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sonia Quarters
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sonia Quarters, Alexandria sell after 122 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sonia Quarters, Alexandria over the last 12 months is $15,000, down 67% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This 3-bedroom, 1 bathroom home is a great addition to any investment portfolio, currently rented for $475.00 per month with a long-term tenant in place. The property offers consistent rental income. A solid investment with immediate cash flow! Schedule your showing today.
Investment Opportunity – Remodel PotentialOlder home in need of renovation, well-suited for an investor looking to remodel and/or add to their rental portfolio. A solid project with potential for value increase.
**PRICE REDUCTION!!!!** Calling all Investors looking to investment or first time homebuyers. Located minutes from Downtown Alexandria, this home has 3 bedroom, 1 bath with a bonus room. Its makes for a good starter home with some TLC. This home is vacant. Schedule a showing today. This home will not qualify for FHA, Rural Development, or VA
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,736
Median Age
40
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$19,913
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$28,933
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
62.6%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
8.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.1%
% Population in Labor Force
41%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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