$328,216Average Value$138Average Price per Sq Ft20Homes For Sale
Mature oak trees, diverse properties and Cajun culture
Bendel Gardens takes its name from Henri Bendel, the fashion icon who bought the area in 1927. Residents live near the Vermillion River among mature oak and magnolia trees on streets that feature diverse architectural styles. The University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center are located within Bendel Gardens, making the area a hotspot for students and healthcare professionals. Cajun and Creole culture is pertinent throughout the area. Locals can enjoy the region’s flavors at establishments like Bon Temp Grill, and they can listen to Cajun music under mature oaks at the Lafayette Farmers and Artisans Market. For a change of pace, residents can head to one of the area’s many parks, like Girard Park, to spend the day outside. Bendel Gardens is a walkable community in the heart of the Lafayette area, offering locals luxurious properties and proximity to Lafayette’s amenities.
Architectural mixed bag: Acadians, ranch-style dwellings and new development
Properties in Bendel Gardens range from early 20th-century Acadians to midcentury modern ranch-style dwellings to new contemporary builds. Lots are also available for those interested in custom-built properties. Homes range from under $100,000 for a condo to over $1.4 million for a larger home. Some properties sit by small streams or the Vermillion River, offering residents waterfront views. Most people rent their homes, and many properties have attached garages. Bendel Gardens’ geography makes it different than other communities in the greater Lafayette area. “It has the most hills of any neighborhood in Lafayette. The city is flat, so it’s unique,” says Tyler Albrecht, a Realtor with Keaty Real Estate, who has sold multiple homes in the area. Magnolias and mature oaks with hanging moss border narrow streets, creating a whimsical feel to the area.
Acadian homes are common in the area.
Bendel Gardens is home to many contemporary condos.
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Farmers market, Cajun flavors and live music
Bendel Gardens residents are just a short drive away from Moncus Park, which hosts the Lafayette Farmers and Artisans Market every Saturday. Visitors can enjoy listening and dancing to Cajun music under mature oak trees while feasting on local flavors and perusing the different booths. The park also hosts local food trucks some Fridays. Residents here can also check out some of the area’s many restaurants, like Bon Temps Grill, which serves up Cajun and Creole flavors and fresh seafood. For a night out, locals can head to one of the many bars clustered around the University of Louisiana Lafayette, like Freetown Boom Boom Room, which features live music, karaoke and even movie nights. On days they’d like to dine in, locals can pick up their groceries at one of the supermarkets nearby, like Champagne’s Market
Bon Temps Grill is furnishing hearty Cajun dishes & a kids' menu in down-to-earth surroundings.
Champagne's Market offers an array of products for Bendel Gardens residents to choose from.
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Walking, fishing and sports at Lafayette’s parks
Locals here have their pick of many nearby parks. Visitors of Girard Park can take refuge from the sweltering Louisiana sun by spending the day relaxing under tall oak trees. Sports enthusiasts can challenge their friends to a match on one of the many courts, while those who enjoy fishing can head to the pond to try to catch a fish. Kids cool off on the splash pad or play with their friends on the ADA-accessible playground. Boaters can take advantage of Beaver Park’s pond, which offers a boat ramp and fishing pier. The park is also home to a tennis center that offers lessons.
Beaver Park offers visitors a place to launch their boats.
A man walks his dog at Girard Park.
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Hillard Art Museum and Vermilionville Historic Village
On a day off, locals can head to the Hillard Art Museum to peruse through different rotating exhibits. They can also go to the Vermilionville Historic Village to learn more about folklife near the banks of the Bayou Vermillion River from the mid-18th century to the late 19th century. Visitors visit the Healer’s Garden to learn about medicinal plants used by Creole, Cajun, African Americans and Native Americans in the area during that period or learn more about the area’s culture through guided tours, cooking classes and live music.
Resident of Bendel Gardens viewing "Swimming Cap" triptych at Hilliard Art Museum.
The Hilliard Art Museum caters to the entire eight-parish Acadiana region.
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Lafayette Parish Public School District
Children can enroll in the Lafayette Parish Public School District, which boasts a teacher-student ratio of 18 to 1 and is ranked as the 2nd best school district in Lafayette by Niche. Students can attend Woodvale Elementary, L.J. Alleman Middle and Lafayette High. All three schools received A-minus ratings from Niche, and the high school offers career and vocational programs. The Academy of Health Careers is a magnet program at Lafayette High that offers students specialized healthcare classes and partnerships with healthcare facilities and clinics.
Woodvale Elementary School boasts a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1.
L.J. Alleman Middle received an A-minus rating from Niche.
Lafayette High School offers career and vocational programs.
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University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Bendel Gardens is home to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, which receives a Carnegie R1 classification, showcasing the university’s involvement in research. The University of Louisiana Lafayette is one of 250 universities around the world in the National Academy of Inventors, and the university is also known for its nursing and engineering programs.
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a public research university.
Residents of Bendel Gardens can easily walk to Cajun Field to catch a game.
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Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center is located within Bendel Gardens.
Walkable area with easy access to many of Lafayette’s amenities
Bendel Gardens’ central location in Lafayette makes many destinations just a walk or short drive away. The area is very walkable, but since public transportation is limited, locals will need a car for farther away destinations. Lafayette Regional Airport is right outside Bendel Gardens, making it just around a 2-mile drive away for some residents. A major employer in the area is Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, making Bendel Gardens appealing to healthcare professionals seeking short commutes. Another major employer in the area is the Lafayette Parish School District, and some schools, like Lafayette High, are about 3 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Beavers Park
Baseball/Softball
Fishing
Picnic Area
Heymann Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Lafayette Parks & Recreation
Girard Park
Bourgeois Park
Basketball
Soccer
Trails
Lafayette Central Park
Transit
Airport
Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field
7 min drive
Bus
Johnston Street & St Christopher Street
Bus
Pinhook Road & University Avenue (Inbound)
Bus
Pinhook Road & Travis Street
Bus
Pinhook Road & Tulane Avenue
Bus
Johnston St & Girard Hall
Bus
Coolidge Street & Audubon Blvd
Bus
Pinhook Road & Auburn Avenue
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bendel Gardens
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bendel Gardens, Lafayette sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bendel Gardens, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $224,063, down 21% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to 266 Bertrand St, a 4 Bed, 2 Bath hidden GEM located in the heart of Lafayette on a quiet dead end road!! This beautiful 2 story cottage is loaded with charm and character and sits on a .4 acre lot that feels like you have your very own park in your backyard! The curb appeal of this home feels like something from storybooks with its charming blue door and beautiful picture window. As
This low-maintenance one-bedroom, one-bath end unit offers privacy and convenience near Lafayette General, UL Lafayette, and Moncus Park. Enjoy quick access to shopping, dining, and more, plus an elevator for easy entry. HOA covers insurance, water, sewer, trash, pest control, AC filters, and groundskeeping--just move in and relax. Don't miss your chance to own this ideally located end unit!
This unique, updated condo truly stands out from the rest! Redesigned with a more open floor plan, it offers expanded kitchen space, a larger primary closet, and stylish epoxy flooring throughout. The primary bathroom has been renovated with a new shower, fixtures, and finishes. Kitchen cabinets have been updated with added shelving for extra storage. Enjoy front and rear patios as well as the
Now Leasing for Fall 2025! Welcome to The Genesis Lafayette! A thriving, tight-knit community just steps from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Girard Park, and the rest of the excitement of central Lafayette. We are located within walking distance to ULL. Residents can relax in newly renovated 1 or 2 bedroom floorplans with updated features and enjoy access to our community's amenities
Perfectly appointed home for lease right in the middle of Lafayette! Nine and ten foot ceilings, plenty of light, split floorplan, formal dining room, wood burning fireplace. Fully equipped kitchen with gas range, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave and PLENTY of cabinets and counterspace! Primary bedroom suite has HUGE walk-in closet, new handicap accessible jetted tub, separate shower. Other
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,528
Median Age
35
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,052
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,147
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
53.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
63''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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