Denham Springs, Louisiana homes for sale

People move to Denham Springs to enjoy a little more space. This small town in Livingston Parish has excellent schools, a myriad of antique stores and plenty of Southern hospitality. It’s apparent that corporate America is taking notice with retailers such as Bass Pro Shops, Home Depot, Petco and Sam’s Club Stores anchoring the town. Denham Springs homes for sale are safe, comfortable and charming.

Shopping and Dining

Juban Crossing is a mixed-use shopping complex set to open its doors in the Fall of 2012. With phase one planned at 350,000 square feet, it is slated to have plentiful retail outlets and restaurants as well as a movie theater, hotel and bank. There are plans for additional phases totaling over one million square feet. Desire some retail therapy inspired by the great outdoors? Denham Springs has one of the country’s largest Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World stores.

Eating and shopping go hand in hand at the Denham Springs Antique District. Have a snack at the Whistle Stop Gourmet Coffee or Taste of Louisiana Café. Shop for gorgeous furniture at Benton Brothers Antique Mall. If you are a bibliophile at heart, hit Cavalier House Books. Find collectibles at Chandlers Antique Mall. Enjoy the bright, airy spaces of High Cotton Antiques or find treasure at The Rusty Rooster. Looking for the brightest bow, most enjoyable toys or cutest clothes for the tot? Visit A Big Deal Consignment or head on over to The Bee’s Knees. For everything with a feminine flair, visit Mothers and Daughters. Hungry for more? Hit the town to enjoy the culinary adventures of Arzi’s Greek and Italian, Brew-Bacher’s Grill, LA Caretta’s, Lighthouse Seafood & Steak, Linda’s Chicken & Fish, Maria’s Mexican Food and Jambalaya & Co.

Parks and Recreation

Denham Springs real estate offers access to many exciting opportunities. The adventurous can fly through the oaks and magnolias and over a cypress swamp on the one-mile canopy tour with the Tiki Zip Line. Those looking for quality park time can visit North Park with its multi-purpose recreational center, pavilions, playground, golf driving range, track, tennis courts and ball fields. Resident children can participate in summer baseball, softball, biddy basketball and soccer. South Park features basketball courts, playground, pavilions and a horse-riding arena. West Livingston Park features a community center, basketball courts, walking track, gymnasium and playground. There is also the Greystone Golf and Country Club, Arts Council of Greater Denham Springs and the Arts Council of Livingston Parish. Fun commercial activities include painting pottery or canvas at BrushFire Studio or a visit to the local Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World which offers a myriad of activities including live fish feeding, celebrity appearances and educational courses.

Living

Denham Springs can boast being both a Designated Tree City and a Main Street Community. This is a charming town with a close-knit community that comes together to celebrate Springfest the last Saturday in April.

Schools, Health, Transportation

Part of the Livingston Parish Public School System, Denham Springs boasts one of the best school districts in the state. Elementary schools include Freshwater, Northside, Lewis Vincent, Eastside, Seventh Ward, Southside, Gray’s Creek and Denham Springs. Middle schools include Denham Springs Junior High and Southside Junior High. High schools serving the area are Denham Springs Freshman High and Denham Springs High. The Southland Christian Academy offers a private school option.

Residents have access to local health care through the Denham Springs Our Lady of The Lake facility. There are plenty of additional facilities in close by Baton Rouge.  Access to U.S. Highway 190, Interstate 12 and Louisiana Highway 16 makes commuting a breeze.

Denham Springs is located at Louisiana 16 and Highway 190. The Interstate 12 junction is few miles south. Baton Rouge is located a mere 13 miles east. The Livingston Council on Aging provides transportation for senior citizens in Denham Springs. For special occasions there are multiple limousine services.

If you are thinking about buying or selling a home, give us a call at (225) 304-6363 or send us an email to explore your options and to find out when is the best time for you to make a move.