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515 Bush Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301

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$259,000

4 beds • 2 baths • 2,212 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 1,358 /mo. †

6.85% APR for 30 yrs.
$0 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $117.09
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

  • Fireplace
    Heating System

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Welcome to 515 Bush Avenue in the heart of Alexandria's historic Garden District! This beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a seamless blend of modern luxury and classic charm. Featuring an open-concept layout filled with natural light, this property is ideal for both entertaining and comfortable everyday living. The gourmet kitchen boasts premium quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space for all your cooking and storage needs. The spacious master suite provides a serene retreat, complete with a spa-like en-suite bathroom featuring contemporary finishes. The additional three bedrooms offer versatile options for a home office, or a study. Step outside to a private backyard oasis, ideal for relaxing, gardening, or hosting gatherings. Nestled on a tree-lined street in the sought-after Garden District, this home provides easy access to local amenities, dining, and schools, all while being surrounded by timeless neighborhood charm. Priced at $279,500, this move-in-ready home is a rare opportunity in a rising-value area.
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Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Porch
  • Appliances
    Cooktop, Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Washer
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Exterior Type
    Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Floor Covering
    Laminate, Wood
  • Heating System
    Central Furnace, Fireplace
  • Lot Size
    0.15 Acres

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  • Property Taxes
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Schools

North Bayou Rapides Elementary School

Grades 1-3 Public School

Alexandria, LA 71303 3.5 miles
5500 england dr

414 total students
16:1 Student teacher ratio

School Details

D.f. Huddle Elementary School

Grades PK-KG Public School

Alexandria, LA 71301 0.6 miles
505 texas ave

243 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D-

School Details

L.s. Rugg Elementary School

Grades 4-5 Public School

Alexandria, LA 71301 0.3 miles
1319 bush ave

252 total students
17:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D

School Details

Julius Patrick Sixth Grade Academy

Grades 6 Public School

Alexandria, LA 71301 1.2 miles
1402 reed ave

177 total students
20:1 Student teacher ratio

School Details

Alexandria Middle Magnet School

Grades 7-8 Public School

Alexandria, LA 71301 0.6 miles
122 maryland ave

357 total students
17:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B

School Details

Bolton High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Alexandria, LA 71301 0.7 miles
2101 vance ave

650 total students
14:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D+

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Our Lady-prompt Succor School 0.4 miles Private PK-6
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School 0.5 miles Public PK-6 B
Rapides Alternative Positive Program For Students 0.9 miles Public KG-12
Cherokee Elementary School 0.9 miles Public PK-5 B
Alma Redwine Elementary School 1.1 miles Public 4-5 B-
St Frances Cabrini School 1.2 miles Private PK-8
J.b. Nachman Elementary School 1.3 miles Public PK-5 A-
Peabody Magnet High School 1.8 miles Public 9-12 D
Scott M. Brame Middle School 1.8 miles Public 6-8 B+
Peabody Montessori Elementary School 1.8 miles Public PK-6 B
Grace Christian School 1.9 miles Private PK-12
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School 2 miles Public 7-8 D+
W. O. Hall Sixth Grade Academy 2.1 miles Public 6
Alexandria Country Day School 2.2 miles Private PK-12
Alexandria Senior High School 2.5 miles Public 9-12 B+

Our Lady-prompt Succor School

Distance: 0.4 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-6

Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-6

B

Rapides Alternative Positive Program For Students

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-12

Cherokee Elementary School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

B

Alma Redwine Elementary School

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 4-5

B-

St Frances Cabrini School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

J.b. Nachman Elementary School

Distance: 1.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

A-

Peabody Magnet High School

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

D

Scott M. Brame Middle School

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

B+

Peabody Montessori Elementary School

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-6

B

Grace Christian School

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-12

Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School

Distance: 2 miles

Type Public

Grades: 7-8

D+

W. O. Hall Sixth Grade Academy

Distance: 2.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6

Alexandria Country Day School

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-12

Alexandria Senior High School

Distance: 2.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

B+

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Alexandria, LA 71301

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Alexandria, LA 71301

This community’s employment is highest in the healthcare practitioners and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are below the national average.

93° July
Hottest Average Month
37° January
Coldest Average Month
8,037 Total Households in Area
-2.9% Increase in population since the year 2010
30.4%
of households
have children
18 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Alexandria, LA 71301

Alexandria, LA 71301 has a population of 19,973 people in 8,037 households with a median age of 39.4 years old.

-2.9%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
8,319
Total households as of 2010
0%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 39.4 years old. The smallest percentage group is 55-64 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

Black 56%
White 35%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 2%
Other 2%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is Black at 56%, followed by White at 35%, Hispanic at 3%, and Asian at 2%.

Economics
for Alexandria, LA 71301

1,291 /sq mi
Population Density
$47,327 /yr
Median Household Income
$156,000
Median Sales Price
18 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is Under $15k representing 19.74% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 89%
  • Walk or Bike 9%
  • Work from Home 2%
  • Public Transit 1%

Occupancy by Type

Rented 4,088 44%
Owned 3,949 42%
Vacant 1,336 14%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 74%
Blue Collar 26%

Family & Education Facts
for Alexandria, LA 71301

39.4 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.4
persons per
household

30.7%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 34%
Some College 20%
Bachelors Degree 16%
Some High School 16%
Graduate Degree 8%
Associates Degree 5%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 33.75% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
30.4% of households have children

Weather
for Alexandria, LA 71301

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 93° F in July to a low of 37° F in January

93° July
Hottest Average Month
37° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
37°
58°
Feb
41°
63°
Mar
47°
70°
Apr
55°
78°
May
63°
85°
Jun
69°
91°
Jul
72°
93°
Aug
71°
93°
Sep
66°
88°
Oct
54°
80°
Nov
46°
69°
Dec
39°
61°

Average Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit

Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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