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Put down roots in your new rural land in Jefferson Davis Parish

In Acadiana – aka “Cajun Country” – you’ll find Jefferson Davis Parish,  about midway between Houston and New Orleans. “Jeff Davis,” as the locals call it, is an eclectic gem in southwestern Louisiana that’s conveniently served by three major arteries: Interstate 10 running east-west, and U.S. Highway 165 and State Route 26 running north-south. 

Jefferson Davis Parish makes great sense for both families and retirees. The economic base in the parish hints at its diversity in every other aspect of life: Agriculture, shipbuilding, manufacturing, oil field services . . . there’s a little bit of everything. The school system gets good grades, and there’s great healthcare here, too, thanks to multiple healthcare centers and hospitals. And when it comes time to unwind, the Flyway Byway provides the perfect way to see the countryside, watch birds and wildlife, take a boat ride, and enjoy Cajun cooking at mom-and-pop grills or upscale dining on the water. It’s all part of the everyday experience when you live rural in Jefferson Davis Parish

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Gander Way
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Gander Way
Jefferson Davis Parish, LA
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Starting At
$176,015
Lots
4
Acreage
+/-32.9 - +/-45.6 Acres
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FAQs about rural land for sale in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana

Typically, assessors use land sales data and factors like the following:

  • Size: By and large, the smaller the tract of land, the higher its per-acre value.
  • Location: As you’d expect, the closer a rural parcel is to a city or town, the more expensive it’s likely to be. 
  • Use: Putting a home on a rural parcel typically ups its value more than a site used exclusively for agricultural or recreational use.

A lot. Take access to your lot, for instance. Questions might arise if access appears to be landlocked. In that case, you’d want to have an attorney available to attempt to find access across adjacent land, and then possibly negotiate access with the owners of that land. (Raydient Rural only sells rural lots that have built-in access.) 

Farm credit cooperatives were created specifically to help spur rural land purchases, country homes, agribusiness and more. One example of flexibility a farm credit bureau can often offer: A 30-year fixed interest rate, which is unusual for loans secured from commercial banks. Some farm credit cooperatives also avoid selling loans to third parties after closing, meaning your loan will stay in the same hands for its entirety.

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Just a few of the reasons to start a new rural life in Jefferson Davis Parish

If only you could live somewhere in rural southwestern Louisiana that wouldn’t keep you away from the conveniences of everyday living. That “somewhere” is Jefferson Davis Parish. The road system makes it easy to get from Elton in the north to Lake Arthur in the south, while Jennings, Welsh and Lacassine are lined up side-by-side right along Interstate 10. So whether you’re simply grabbing groceries for your new rural retreat or renting a grader for the weekend to level out part of your new ATV trail, everything you need is right in reach.

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Your new rural paradise near Jennings, Louisiana

Jennings first made it on the map as the “Cradle of Louisiana Oil,” home to the state’s first oil field. Today, it’s better known for its Cajun-inspired charm, which has plenty of attractions – a fine arts museum, antique and gift shops, historic homes, parks and outdoor recreation opportunities galore. And all that’s on top of a cuisine and music scene that mixes up and mixes in the best of Cajun, Creole French and African American influences.   

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