St. Tammany Parish Homes for Sale
St. Tammany Parish is located in the state of Louisiana. With a population of approximately 239,453 people, this is one of the most populated counties in the state. The majority of the population lives in urban areas, with 23% living in more rural settings. Located to the north of Lake Pontchartrain, this parish is comprised of 854 square miles of land area and 269.9 square miles of water. The abundant access to water makes this a paradise for those who enjoy swimming, boating, water activities, and fishing.
Residents enjoy a diverse cultural environment that provides plenty of opportunities for exploring, the arts, theater, live music, and other forms of entertainment. Of course, there’s a wonderful mix of outdoor locations that encourage residents to enjoy the natural beauty in the area. From small neighborhood parks to larger state parks, there’s always somewhere for people to gather and enjoy the sunny days. Notable parks include Fontainebleau State Park in Mandeville, Fairview Riverside State Park in Madisonville, and Big Branch March National Wildlife Refuge in Lacombe.
The weather in St. Tammany Parish is perfect for year-round outdoor activities. The hottest month of the year is August, with an average high temperature of 93 degrees. The coolest month of the year is January, with an average low temperature of 43 degrees. The month with the most precipitation annually is June, with an average of 7.09 inches. This area gets around 60 inches of rain each year.
The St. Tammany Parish seat is located in Covington. Other communities in this parish include Mandeville, Slidell, Abita Springs, Madisonville, Pearl River, Folsom, Eden Isle, Lacombe, and Sun. This parish has thirty-two unincorporated areas.
Students in St. Tammany Parish are served by the St. Tammany Parish Public Schools district. This award winning school district is comprised of 23 elementary schools, 21 middle schools, and 8 high schools. Also part of this district are two special schools and one alternative school. Approximately 37,500 students are enrolled at schools within this school district each year. St. Tammany Parish Public Schools is ranked fourth in the state, which isn’t surprising when you consider that 83.9 percent of residents in this county over the age of 25 have a high school diploma or higher. For more information on the school system, visit the St. Tammany Parish School Board website.
St. Tammany is known for hosting Mardi Gras events each year that are suitable for people of all ages. When you consider that residents have access to premium shopping, fine dining, water activities, and numerous community festivals, it’s easy to see why so many people choose to call St. Tammany Parish home.
Contact The Mixon Team today at 985-277-1063 to tour available homes for sale in the St. Tammany Parish area.
