Folsom Abita Springs and Madisonville Real Estate Listings of Houses and Homes for Sale in St. Tammany Parish County, Louisiana


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Folsom Abita Springs and Madisonville

Madisonville’s original name of Chocquille was renamed in honor of President James Madison in 1810. In the years before the Civil War, Madisonville was an established port supplying bricks and building materials to the small towns cropping up around New Orleans. Unfortunately, the onset of the Civil War restricted trade between Madisonville and New Orleans, thus derailing the local economy. As a result, Madisonville developed into a scenic resort town rather than a busy port. The recent development of the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway and other major roadways has made Madisonville more accessible and thus more attractive to home buyers.

Abita Springs has long been an attractive and relaxing destination town. In the mid-18th century, a local landowner and physician began promoting the healing powers of the spring waters. Soon enough, an increasing number of curious visitors prompted the development of hotels and restaurants. The railroad arrived in 1887, followed by the now-historic Abita Springs Pavilion which was built in 1888.

Modern-day visitors and residents have their choice of landmarks and historic sites to explore. At the top of the list is Tammany Trace, a 31-mile paved bikeway running from Covington to Slidell, through Abita Springs. Used daily by bicyclists, hikers and equestrians, Tammany Trace provides an enjoyable venue for outdoor exercise and wildlife viewing. Other local landmarks include the UCM Museum, Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum, Pitcher Plant Boardwalk and Abita Brewing Company.