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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Washer/dryer hookup
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Washer/dryer connections
  • Central ac
  • Comfortable housing

Location

816 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
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Management

SLA Property Management - Lafayette

Leasing office

(337) 573-0633

Property Overview

Beau Soleil Estate earns a strong 8.8 rating, with standout scores for price, amenities, and location, plus solid trustworthiness. Its notable features include off-street parking, central air, a fully equipped kitchen, and washer/dryer connections, while the nearby top-rated elementary school and 31 photos add convenience and helpful detail.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Beau Soleil Estate is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Beau Soleil Estate has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

Beau Soleil Estate (3 Bed/2 Bath) Duplex3 bed2 bath1,303 sqft$1,150 /mo1 unit available
Beau Soleil Estate (4 Bed/2 Bath) Duplex4 bed2 bath1,453 sqft$1,450 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Beau Soleil Estate

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Central A/C UnitMirrors
PantryWasher/Dryer Hookups
Window Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryRefrigerator
Stove and Oven

Building

Security Camera System

Grounds

Outdoor StorageStorage

Services

Pest Control
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About Beau Soleil Estate

HomeApartments in Lafayette Beau Soleil Estate

WE WELCOME SECTION 8!! Beau Soleil Estate 816 Martin Luther King Junior Drive Lafayette, LA 70501 2, 3 and 4 Bedroom 24 Units/Duplexes Beau Soleil Estate is a HUD-funded community that offers comfortable, quality housing for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — if you hold a valid voucher, we’d love to help you find your next home with us. Contact us today to learn about availability and take the next step toward a place you’ll love coming home to. Enjoy central AC, a fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer connections, and plenty of storage — plus the convenience of our online portal and mobile app. Just minutes from UL Lafayette! Amenities: * Washer/Dryer Hookup * Off-street Parking * Security Camera System Included In Rent: * Pest Control Rental Terms: * Application Fee: $50 (per adult) * Background/Credit check is required * Online portal use Pet Policy: $250 Pet Deposit (non-refundable) $25 Monthly Pet Fee per pet


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Beau Soleil Estate is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Beau Soleil Estate has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Beau Soleil Estate
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Beau Soleil Estate offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Beau Soleil Estate stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Beau Soleil Estate is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Beau Soleil Estate does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Beau Soleil Estate is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 43 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Beau Soleil Estate compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Lafayette

3-bedroom apartments at Beau Soleil Estate cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Lafayette.

4-bedroom apartments at Beau Soleil Estate cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Lafayette.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Lafayette
A table of studio rental data trends in Lafayette
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$695
September 2024$706
October 2024$695
November 2024$713
December 2024$740
January 2025$762
February 2025$785
March 2025$785
April 2025$785
May 2025$740
June 2025$695
July 2025$751
August 2025$798
September 2025$775
October 2025$793
November 2025$808
December 2025$841
January 2026$852
February 2026$1,189
March 2026$1,224
April 2026$1,145
May 2026$1,152
June 2026$1,499
July 2026$1,662
August 2026$1,725

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$46,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near Beau Soleil Estate

Alice Boucher Elementary School

400 patterson st

lafayette, LA, 70501

PK, K-5Public
C

Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School

801 mudd ave

lafayette, LA, 70501

K-5Public
C+

Lerosen Preparatory Academy

516 w pinhook rd

lafayette, LA, 70503

K-12Public

Martial Billeaud Elementary School

500 e fairfield dr

broussard, LA, 70518

PK, K-5Public
B+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Lafayette near 816 Martin Luther King Jr Dr

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Points of interest for 816 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Lafayette

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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