Why Families Choose Spring Haven
Location That Actually Works
Here's what sold families on building their custom homes in Spring Haven: you're close to everything without being stuck in the middle of it. Costco, Ochsner Health Center, good restaurants, real shopping – all nearby. But you're also under 30 minutes from the Tchefuncte River for weekends on the water.
Madisonville's positioned perfectly between Covington and Mandeville (both growing fast), but it keeps that small-town vibe most places have lost. Need a night in New Orleans? It's 40 miles over the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. With I-12 access, you can reach the city when you want it and escape back to quiet when you need it.
Schools That Deliver
Parents ask about schools first. Smart. Here's what you need to know:
Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary
Ranked #206 out of 698 Louisiana schools (top 30%)
57% math proficiency, 68% reading proficiency
Walking distance from Spring HavenPerfect 10/10 rating
St. Tammany Parish School District
54% math proficiency (state average: 32%)
64% reading proficiency (state average: 42%)
Top 5% of Louisiana school districts
When you're building a custom home and education matters, these numbers mean your kids walk to one of the best elementary schools in the state.
Safe Community, Real Numbers
Madisonville feels safe because it is safe. Low crime rates, $112,500 median household income, 3.5% poverty rate. That's not marketing talk – it's a stable, thriving community where neighbors know each other and kids still ride bikes around the neighborhood.
Building Your Custom Home in Spring Haven
Jenkins Builds specializes in custom homes throughout St. Tammany Parish, and Spring Haven gives us the chance to build in one of the North Shore's best locations. We work with families who know what they want and families who need help figuring it out. Both work fine.
What Custom Building Looks Like Here
Design that fits your life
Our custom home builders sit down with you first – talk about your family, how you use space, what actually matters to you. Maybe you need a real kitchen because you cook a lot. Maybe you work from home and need an office with a door. We ask these questions because luxury custom homes aren't about expensive fixtures, they're about getting details right.
Transparent pricing
You know what the cost to build a house will be before anything gets built. Detailed estimates, not ballpark guesses. No "by the way" conversations six months in.
Quality that shows up later
We use materials and construction methods that hold up in Louisiana's climate. Year ten, your house still feels solid. That's the goal.
Available Homes & Lots
We have custom built homes under construction and available lots in Spring Haven. Lot availability changes as we develop new phases – contact us to see what's currently available and what's coming up.
What you need to know : Various lot sizes availablePrime locations near the community pool and elementary schoolEasy access to Spring Haven's walking paths
VIEW AVAILABLE HOMESSpring Haven Amenities & Lifestyle
Community Features
Pool: Matters in Louisiana summers
Playground: Safe, modern, kids actually use it
Walking paths: Morning coffee walks, evening strolls
Community events: Meet your neighbors, build connections
What's Nearby
Shopping: Costco, local shops, major retail
Healthcare: Ochsner Health Center
Dining: Casual spots and nicer restaurants
Nature: Tchefuncte River (under 30 minutes), Fairview Riverside State Park
The Tchefuncte River & Outdoor Living
The river's not just scenery – it's Saturday morning fishing, teaching teenagers to waterski, and evening boat rides that become routine. Fairview Riverside State Park down the road has hiking trails and boat launches. The maritime museum's legitimately interesting, and the Wooden Boat Festival brings people from all over Louisiana every year. That 1837 lighthouse is still standing. There's something about living somewhere with history, where your weekend entertainment's outside your door.
About Madisonville
Madisonville's got 850 people. The Tchefuncte River runs right through town into Lake Pontchartrain. It was Louisiana's best-kept secret until people started talking about the schools, and suddenly it wasn't secret anymore.
You get authentic small-town living (neighbors who know each other, Friday night football that brings everyone out) while being perfectly positioned for New Orleans when you want it. The North Shore's growing fast because word's out about this combination.
LEARN MORE ABOUT LIVING IN MADISONVILLEFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Spring Haven from New Orleans?
About 40 miles via Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. Figure 45-60 minutes depending on traffic.
What's the timeline to build a custom home here?
Usually 8-12 months from design completion to move-in, depending on size and complexity. We'll give you a real timeline in your first consultation.
Can I see completed homes?
Yes. We do home tours regularly – the best way to see our work is to walk through it. Contact us and we'll set something up.
What makes Jenkins Builds different?
We're hands-on, prices are clear from the start, and we build houses that last. We answer our phones and show up when we say we will. [Learn more about our custom building process]
Are lots still available?
Availability changes as we develop new phases. Call us – we'll tell you what's open now and what's coming.
Ready to Build in Spring Haven?
Backyard barbecues with friends who become family. Community events where you know people's names. Walking the neighborhood and waving to neighbors. That's Spring Haven – not a sales pitch, just what happens in a community designed for actual living.
Top-rated schools, safe streets, natural beauty, everything nearby. If you're looking at new construction homes in St. Tammany Parish and want something built specifically for how you live, let's talk.
Next Steps:
Schedule a consultation – we'll talk through what you're thinking
Tour Spring Haven and see available lots
Look at our completed custom homes
Get straight answers about costs and timelines
No pressure, no sales pitch. Just honest conversation about whether Spring Haven works for you.
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