Hester, LA

Hester, Louisiana is a small town located in the parish of East Baton Rouge. The population was just over 2,000 people in 2010. The town is situated on the banks of the Red River and has a rich history dating back to the early 1800s.

The first settlers in Hester were French Creoles who arrived in 1806. The community was originally called "Pointe Coupée" after a point on the river where several boats could land simultaneously. In 1810, a group of Americans settled near Pointe Coupée and named their settlement " Hester." A post office was established in Hester in 1812 and remained open until 1907.

The early economy of Hester depended heavily on agriculture. Cotton was king in this part of Louisiana and farmers grew crops such as cotton, corn, wheat, sugar cane, and rice. However, by the late 1800s industry had begun to take hold and businesses such as sawmills, gristmills, cotton gins, and brickyards began to operate in Hester.

Today, real estate is still one of the main sources of income for residents of Hester. The town has a number of beautiful homes that are perfect for anyone looking for a relaxing lifestyle or an opportunity to invest in property that will appreciate over time. There are also plenty of commercial properties available for sale or lease including restaurants, convenience stores/gas stations/markets/pharmacies etc., which make it an ideal location for businesses looking to expand their operations into new markets or locations with high traffic volumes