Bayou Blue, LA

17 Apartments for Rent

The Bayou is a strange and magical place that has served as the basis for many movies and books, not the least of which includes The Princess and the Frog.

Bayou Blue is a little town in southeast Louisiana with a population of 12,352 people. It covers 23 square miles on the map and, though it's pretty far inland, some of that is water. The area has a rich and interesting history that blends many different cultures together. A number of highways run nearby Bayou Blue, so it's easy to get to the nearby cities of Thibodaux and New Orleans. It's pretty sparsely populated and served by the Houma-Terrebonne Airport, about 20 miles southeast of the city. It's near Hackberry Bay and Little Lake.

Moving to Bayou Blue

If you're looking for apartment homes in Bayou Blue, it's a good idea to get started on your hunt early. There aren't too many homes available here and the ones that are tend to rent quickly. It's a unique and interesting place to live and if you are lucky enough to score an apartment for rent here, you might want to hang onto it! There are quite a few studio apartments and apartment homes that are adjoined to other units if that is your cup of tea. If you allow yourself a little extra time and have the patience to conduct a proper search, you should be in good shape. Try to see as many apartments as possible. You never know what you'll find in an area you hadn't thought of looking originally. Beware of hunting for apartments in summertime -- the heat can get pretty awful in these parts and the humidity is unbearable at points. But that's why they take it slow down here -- you'll learn all about it when you move here.

In order to move here, you're going to need a little extra time to look around and the standard documents you need to rent a place anywhere. Be prepared to show your prospective landlord a copy of your ID, your credit report, bank statements, pay stubs, letter of employment, references, rental application, etc. in order to secure the rental. They might be a little more lax down here than they are in big cities, but you're better off playing it safe. Be prepared to put down a security deposit along with your first months' rent, too! It helps to carry your checkbook with you when you go to check up on some apartments.

Neighborhoods of Bayou Blue

There aren't too many different neighborhoods within Bayou Blue, but here's a little information about the different parts of town.

North Bayou Blue: This section is closest to Thibodaux and thus is a little more populated than the rest of the town. I-90 crosses through here and the Bayou Blue Road runs up and down this section. There are a lot of Seafood and ethnic restaurants located along the major roadways -- Bayou Blue Po' Boys is one of the local favorites.

South Bayou Blue: This part of town is pretty sparsely populated and is closer to the Houma-Terrebonne Airport. You'll find a lot of small homes and some rentals over this way and the famous Lighthouse Bait & Seafood Shack on the eastern side of town.

Living in Bayou Blue

Bayou Blue is one of the old New Orleans-style communities that is steeped in Cajun tradition and culture. It's famous for its food, fishing, swamps, music, and hospitality! Many of the residents here live just like their ancestors did way back when and survive off the land as shrimpers and fishermen. It's a great place to call home for those who love music, delicious food, and a sense of community.