Frenchman's Bend is a golf-course community of roughly 600 homes along Bayou Desiard, just north of Monroe off US Highway 165. The neighborhood is organized around Frenchman's Bend Golf & Country Club, and most of the homes were built from the 1990s through the 2000s. Many sit on large lots, and the best ones back up to the fairways. Recent listings have run from about $400,000 to over $700,000, and annual HOA dues are modest, roughly $200 a year on current listings. Buyers here are usually choosing a lifestyle, not just a floor plan. You get space, quiet streets, and a golf-and-water setting, and you stay within a short drive of Monroe, I-20, and everyday shopping.
Homes here are served by Sterlington Elementary, Sterlington Middle, and Sterlington High School in Ouachita Parish. If you're considering a home here, ask where it sits relative to the course and the bayou, because that affects both the price and the experience of living there.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
The anchor of the neighborhood, at 1484 Frenchman's Bend Road. It's an 18-hole, par-72 Bermuda-grass course designed by Dave Marr and Jay Riviere, opened in the early 1990s and stretching about 6,900 yards from the back tees. It's open to the public for daily-fee play. The club also has a clubhouse, pro shop, driving range and practice greens, a restaurant and bar, and a health club with a pool. Many nearby homes overlook its fairways.
The neighborhood sits along Bayou Desiard, which gives it wooded, waterfront scenery rare for a Monroe subdivision. Lot position matters here, since water and fairway views drive value.
Homes here are served by Sterlington Elementary, Sterlington Middle, and Sterlington High School in the Ouachita Parish school system. School zones can change, so confirm any specific address with the Ouachita Parish School Board.
The neighborhood is just north of Monroe on US 165, which puts you on the road to Sterlington to the north and into Monroe and I-20 to the south. It's a residential setting with a short commute to the Twin Cities.
A few miles south of the neighborhood, off US 165 within Monroe city limits, the refuge centers on a roughly 1,500-acre cypress lake. It has a nature-trail boardwalk, a wildlife pier, a boat ramp, and miles of trails for hiking, birding, fishing, and paddling.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
This annual regional fair is an easy fall outing from Frenchman's Bend, with carnival rides, food booths, games, livestock shows, and family entertainment. The extended run gives local residents several chances to visit, making it convenient for an evening trip or a weekend family excursion.
View event details →Residents can enjoy live music, Highland Games, artisan vendors, food trucks, and family activities beside the Ouachita River. At only a short drive from Frenchman's Bend, this affordable West Monroe festival offers a distinctive cultural day out without requiring travel beyond the Twin Cities.
View event details →This is the most hyper-local event found for Frenchman's Bend, taking place at the neighborhood golf club and supporting Habitat for Humanity of North Louisiana. Golfers can participate in a charitable tournament close to home, while nearby residents may enjoy the community atmosphere and local fundraising purpose.
View event details →A ULM home game offers Frenchman's Bend residents a convenient way to enjoy college football, school spirit, and a lively Monroe game-day atmosphere. The matchup with Louisiana Tech is especially appealing for local sports fans because it brings a nearby I-20 rivalry and a strong regional crowd.
View event details →Woofstock is a family- and pet-friendly Monroe festival featuring live music, activities, contests, vendors, pet adoptions, and donation opportunities. It is close enough for a relaxed day trip from Frenchman's Bend and gives residents a fun way to bring dogs, meet local organizations, and support animal advocacy.
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Local characteristics and demographics for Frenchman's Bend
