Moving to Denham Springs, LA

About Denham Springs

Denham Springs is a city of about 9,300 residents (2020) in southwestern Livingston Parish on the Amite River, one of the Baton Rouge metro's most characterful suburbs. Its historic "Antique Village" downtown — blocks of antique shops, cafes, and galleries — draws visitors from across the region.

Home prices in Denham Springs

The median listing price in Denham Springs is $273,250.

Top places in Denham Springs

• Antique Village — the historic downtown district of antique shops, restaurants, and galleries.
• Amite River — fishing, sandbars, and riverside parks.
• Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World — major retailer at the I-12 corridor.
• 2016 flood high-water marks — visible reminders of the "Great Flood" and recovery.
• L.M. Lockhart Park and other city parks.

Commuting from Denham Springs

• Approximate drive to downtown Baton Rouge: ~20–25 minutes west via I-12 (about 17 miles; per travel-time routing, read September 24, 2026).

Schools in Denham Springs

Public schools: Livingston Parish Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Denham Springs FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Denham Springs, LA?
  The median listing price in Denham Springs is $273,250. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
• How is the commute from Denham Springs, LA?
  Approximate drive to downtown Baton Rouge: ~20–25 minutes west via I-12 (about 17 miles; per travel-time routing, read September 24, 2026).
• Which school district serves Denham Springs, LA?
  Denham Springs is served by Livingston Parish Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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