Baton Rouge metro, LA relocation guide
Moving to French Settlement, LA
About French Settlement
French Settlement is a village of about 1,100 residents (2020) in southern Livingston Parish on the Amite River — its name preserves the area's 18th-century French colonial settlement. A tight-knit river community anchored by French Settlement High School (Lions), it offers affordable homes with river access and a distinct cultural identity.
Home prices in French Settlement
Home prices in French Settlement vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in French Settlement
- Amite River — fishing, boating, and riverside camps.
- French Settlement High School campus and Lion athletics.
Commuting from French Settlement
- Approximate drive to downtown Baton Rouge: ~30–35 minutes west via LA-16 and I-12 (about 27 miles; per travel-time routing, read September 24, 2026).
Schools in French Settlement
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.
French Settlement FAQs
- What is the housing market like in French Settlement, LA?
Home prices in French Settlement vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from French Settlement, LA?
Approximate drive to downtown Baton Rouge: ~30–35 minutes west via LA-16 and I-12 (about 27 miles; per travel-time routing, read September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves French Settlement, LA?
French Settlement 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.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.