Editor’s Note: We are publishing the top 7 reasons to move to communities in our region. The information was compiled and provided by A-1 Transport. We appreciate their efforts in the series.
The Top 7 Reasons To Move To Minden, Louisiana
Minden, Louisiana is a cozy, small town located just 28 miles east of Shreveport, and it’s a wonderful place to call “home.” If you’re looking for a change of scenery, moving to Minden might be right for you. Why come here? Great question! Here are just a few of the top reasons you may want to move to Minden.
1. Affordable Cost Of Living
Living in Minden is very affordable. On the cost of living index, it’s rated at 74, compared to the national average of 100. Housing is particularly affordable – coming in at just 33.6 compared to the national average of 100. A 2-bedroom rental costs about $700/month, and the median cost to buy a home is $77,000.
If you’re looking to stretch your dollar, Minden is a great place to live – you’ll be able to do more with your budget and enjoy a unique, cozy small-town atmosphere.
2. Unique Atmosphere & Small-Town Charm
Minden has a rural, small-town feel and is a safe, family-friendly community, so it’s ideal for people with children who are looking for a laid-back and relaxed lifestyle. You’ll enjoy a tightly-knit community that regularly comes together for festivals, sporting events, and other such special occasions. And, since it’s located less than 30 miles from Shreveport, you’ll still be able to easily access big-city amenities when you need them.
3. Heritage Homes And Historical Sites
Minden has a long history, being founded way back in 1836 by Charles Peeter. It’s full of antebellum and Victorian-era homes and historic districts that never lose their unique charm, as well as historic destinations and sites like the Minden Cemetery, a Civil War graveyard home to soldiers who lost their lives in nearby Civil War battles and campaigns.
Other nearby destinations include the Germantown Colony and Museum, where a German Utopian Movement colony was settled in the 19th century.
4. Plenty Of Nearby Outdoor Recreation
If you love the outdoors – and especially if you love fishing – it’s time to hire some movers and start looking for a home. Minden is an excellent gateway to outdoor recreation, with nearby destinations including Lake Bisteneau and Dorcheat Bayou, providing some of the best largemouth bass fishing in the area.
Other nearby destinations include Caney Lakes Recreation Area, which features extensive hiking trails, amenity-filled campsites, and plenty of lakes and bayous to explore.
5. Top-Of-The-Line Family Recreation Center
If you love sports and recreation, the Minden Recreation Complex is sure to please. This state-of-the-art facility is open to people of all ages, and was specifically intended to help with tourism by hosting tournaments, sporting events, and various sports programs from throughout the region.
Inside, it features an enormous gym with multiple basketball courts and seating for more than 1,000 spectators, a fully-equipped locker room with showers, meeting facilities, a weight training room, pools for lap swimming and aerobics, and a walking track.
Outside, it has even more to do – with an outdoor swimming pool and water playground, courts for basketball, tennis, and racquetball, and fields for soccer, baseball, softball, tee ball, football, and more, as well as concession stands, restrooms, a 1-mile walking track, and more. No matter how you like to play or exercise, the Minden Rec has what you need.
6. Mild Winter Climate
Particularly if you’re moving from up north, you’ll enjoy the mild winter climate in Minden. Even in January, the typical high temperature is about 57° F, and the low rarely sinks below freezing, usually hovering near 36° at the lowest.
Of course, Minden also does have the hot, muggy summers that Louisiana is famous for, but most residents find that this is a small price to pay for enjoying the mild winters and the other unique amenities and features that Minden, LA has to offer.
7. Excellent Schooling From The Webster Parish School District
In Minden, the Webster Parish School District is responsible for public education, and it has 5 elementary schools, 4 junior high schools, and 4 high schools in the area, serving over 6,000 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. It’s a particularly diverse district, with an emphasis on academics and safety as well as extracurriculars like sports, clubs, and activities.
Thinking Of Moving To Minden, LA? We’d Love To Have You!
We hope this quick guide has helped you learn a bit more about Minden, and whether or not it might be right for you and your family. If you’re planning to move here, we’re ready to welcome you – and we know you’ll love your lifestyle in our small town.
