SpaceX could be coming to Pecan Island, Louisiana. Follow the latest developments, community updates, and what a potential SpaceX presence could mean for real estate, property values, jobs, and the future of Acadiana.
In Episode #033 of Real Talk with Jim Keaty, Jim sits down with his brother, Will Keaty, for an honest conversation about his legal career, public service, and the experiences that led him to run for District Judge. From family law to serving as an Assistant District Attorney, Will shares the journey that has shaped his commitment to serving the Acadiana community.
For Meadow Battles, real estate is about much more than buying and selling homes—it's about helping people build a future. Inspired by her own family's story, she's passionate about guiding first-time buyers, educating her clients, and making homeownership feel possible. Learn why helping families find a place to call home means so much to her.
A rare opportunity to own or lease one of Downtown Lafayette's most iconic commercial properties. Located at 538 Jefferson Street, this fully renovated Class A office building offers approximately 24,850 square feet of flexible space, modern infrastructure, historic character, and room for 200+ employees. Perfect for corporate headquarters, technology firms, professional services, and investors seeking a premier Downtown Lafayette address.
Keaty Real Estate proudly welcomes Abigail “Abby” Boudreaux to the team! A newly licensed Realtor and UL Lafayette Marketing student, Abby is passionate about helping clients buy and sell homes with confidence, communication, and care throughout Acadiana.
The 136,000-acre SpaceX rumor in Pecan Island isn't just talk anymore.. new bills, new players, and new evidence are emerging in Vermilion Parish, and what happens in the next 90 days could reshape Acadiana for the next generation. Here's what I'm seeing on the ground, what's confirmed, what's still rumor and what every landowner needs to do right now.
The rumor sweeping Acadiana is that SpaceX has quietly purchased 136,000 acres of marshland in Pecan Island and Freshwater City — and the land in question is owned by ExxonMobil, making a deal of this size not only possible but unusually clean. In this special report, Jim Keaty of Keaty Real Estate investigates the evidence, the Highway 82 land-play opportunities, the homeowner sell-or-hold question, and what a SpaceX hub would mean for property values from Abbeville to Lafayette.
Discover a rare 107-acre estate in Ville Platte, Louisiana featuring a beautifully designed 4-bedroom home, stunning natural landscape, and endless opportunities for ranching, recreation, or private living.
Construction is underway at Capstone at Covington Place, a new 80-unit workforce housing community in Covington, Louisiana. The development will feature one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments with modern amenities designed to support residents living and working in St. Tammany Parish. Keaty Real Estate agent Dyllan Hawkins played a key role in sourcing the site for this exciting project.
The Lafayette Parish School System is gaining national attention for its academic recovery and rising school performance. With improved school grades, strong post-pandemic results, and a new community-driven accountability system, Lafayette schools are becoming a powerful part of the region’s growth story.
Meet Caleb with Keaty Real Estate — a disciplined, numbers-driven Realtor in Lafayette, LA who guides buyers with integrity, education, and strong negotiation from first showing to closing day.
Prime commercial space for lease on Pinhook Road in Lafayette, LA featuring approximately 2,700 SF at a high-visibility corner location. Former restaurant with a flexible layout, strong traffic exposure, and easy access to Downtown Lafayette and I-10—ideal for restaurant, retail, office, or service-based businesses.