Union, LA

Union is a quiet, close-knit community nestled along the east bank of the Mississippi River in St. James Parish. With only a few hundred residents, it stretches along historic River Road (Louisiana Highway 44) in the heart of the Acadian Coast. Life here moves at a relaxed pace, with homes and open green spaces sitting just behind the levee in a distinctly rural riverfront setting.

The area's heritage shows in its historic local landmarks, including St. Mary’s Chapel and the Philippian Baptist Church, both of which have anchored the neighborhood for generations. For day-to-day essentials, residents look to nearby Convent for parish government offices, public schools, and community services. Highway 44 keeps Union easily linked to surrounding towns along the river, making it a peaceful home base within reach of jobs across the Baton Rouge and New Orleans corridor.