Louisiana is a state well-known for its beautiful bayous, its Cajun heritage, and its friendly people. It’s a state known for giving the country some of the best jazz music, the finest food, and the most fun – especially during Mardi Gras season. It’s also a state full of many wonderful cities, each unique in its own way, and many with thriving and growing LGBTQ communities. If you’re considering making a move to Louisiana, there are several great cities and neighborhoods to choose from. Some of the cities you might want to consider include:

  • New Orleans: New Orleans is a colorful city full of history and French influence. It’s not just home to Mardi Gras but a region with rich culture, diverse people, and excellent entertainment. It’s full of unique, historic neighborhoods, almost all of them very LGBTQ-friendly, and each one with its own character and style. There is no shortage of arts, culture, fun, and opportunity in Louisiana’s largest city, and it would truly make a great place to call home.  Read the full New Orleans Gay City Guide here.
  • Baton Rouge: Located on the banks of the rolling Mississippi River, Baton Rouge is a southern city with a unique personality and rich culture that reflects the seven different countries that have governed it throughout its history. Baton Rouge is known for being home to Louisiana State University (or LSU, for short), and certainly, it has a strong educational sector – but it’s also known for offering many opportunities in the technology, medical, and research fields. Baton Rouge isn’t all business, though – it’s also plenty of fun. There’s thriving art and theatre scene here, and plenty of shops, restaurants, and recreational activities to enjoy too. Baton Rouge a southern city with plenty of personality, a welcoming spirit, and a place for everyone who wants to call it home. Read the full Baton Rouge Gay City Guide here.
  • Shreveport: Shreveport is one of the largest cities in Louisiana. Located on the Red River near the point where Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas converge, it is a large commercial center with businesses and industries that serve all three states. Beyond being a thriving center for business, however, Shreveport is also a diverse, welcoming city with a thriving arts and culture scene, five colleges and universities, and much to see and do for visitors and residents alike. If you’re thinking of calling Shreveport home, you’ll find plenty about it to love! Read the full Shreveport Gay City Guide here.
  • Lafayette: Lafayette is a good-sized city in southwestern Louisiana.  It’s the fourth-largest city in the state with more than 120,000 people, and the downtown portion of the city, in particular, is very LGBTQ-friendly.  Nicknamed the Hub City, Lafayette was originally called Vermilionville at its founding but was later renamed for General Lafayette, a French officer who fought for the colonies in the American Revolutionary War.  Today, the city is at the center of the French Louisiana region referred to as Acadiana. Read more about some of the wonderful neighborhoods in Lafayette here.

After you’ve decided which city in Louisiana is the best fit for you, your next step should be to connect with a realtor who knows that city and its neighborhoods well, and who can help you find a home that you will love and enjoy for many years to come.

If you’re ready to do exactly that, we have over 2,500 LGBTQ realtors in our extensive network at www.GayRealEstate.com, and we are ready to help! Choose an agent and start a conversation – there is never a cost or obligation. We look forward to helping you find your perfect Louisiana home soon!