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Central City is experiencing rapid change along its historic streets
Aptly named, New Orleans' Central City neighborhood is in the heart of The Big Easy, adjacent to the Garden District, Milan and the Central Business District. A key site of New Orleans' civil rights movement, evidenced by streets named after notable activists such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Oretha Castle Haley, Central City is now in the midst of a community-focused renewal effort with visions to construct new community parks and outdoor gathering places in the neighborhood's core. Of course, less than 2 miles from Bourbon Street, Central City residents are also a short excursion from one of the United States' top tourist destinations. "It's a party city. It's most famous, of course, for Mardi Gras, when it's just party after party after party. It's a very fast-paced city, but it's also very family-oriented," says local Realtor Harriett Reynolds of Latter & Blum, who has been selling homes in New Orleans for over 15 years. "I'm a retired Marine, and I've never been stationed anywhere in the world like this. The families are so tight and so well-connected. Many of the children down here never leave the state, and it's been that way since I was stationed here in the '80s."
Italianate and Greek Revival homes shine in Central City
Classical European architecture shines throughout New Orleans, and Central City is no exception. Among a smorgasbord of double shotgun homes, Central City also boasts larger properties featuring Italianate, Greek Revival and Queen Anne-style accents. Smaller shotgun homes often price between $150,000 and $400,000 while larger properties with ample square footage may range from $500,000 to north of $1 million. Central City's housing market is far less competitive than the average neighborhood with many homes taking as long as several months to sell.
Converted Double Shotgun homes can be spotted throughout Central City.
Homes of different shapes and sizes can be found in Central City.
Large decorative Italianate homes can be found on St. Charles Ave in Central City.
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The Southern Food & Beverage Museum is a unique area attraction
Locals are in proximity to multiple pocket parks and attractions. The Oretha Castle Haley Stormwater Management Park not only serves as a stormwater intervention site, but also as an educational tool to inform residents about the importance of rain gardens in flood-susceptible areas like New Orleans. New Orleans officials also hope to transform the barren concrete slab neighboring the Keller Community Center and Heard Dat Kitchen into a park featuring a basketball court, community garden and splash pad, though talks to begin construction are still ongoing. The Southern Food & Beverage Museum is a unique spot where guests learn about — and eat — some of the top cuisines famous in the country's southern states. The museum even offers cooking classes.
The NORA Rain Garden in Central City helps with stormwater management during rain events.
The Southern Food & Beverage Museum is a staple attraction in Central City.
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Café Reconcile and Casa Borrega are popular Central City eateries
New Orleans is the place to come for good eats, and Central City doesn't disappoint. Casa Borrega on Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard is known not only for its specialty margaritas, but also for its display of Mexico City's vibrant culture. The nonprofit Café Reconcile is another neighborhood favorite, offering southern staples from catfish to fried chicken while providing workforce development and mentorship to young adults. And, of course, there's Heard Dat Kitchen — an acclaimed neighborhood eatery famous for its gumbo and chicken wings. For a home-cooked meal, locals can stop by The Fresh Market on St. Charles Avenue, though smaller family-owned stores are sprinkled across the neighborhood. Additional shopping options can be found at Magnolia Marketplace off South Claiborne Avenue, which contains a Ross and a T.J. Maxx.
Casa Borrega is one of many restaurants that serves Central City.
Café Reconcile provides youth workforce development and training in Central City.
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NOLA Public Schools offers various educational paths
Central City is served by NOLA Public Schools, which operates under a much different model than the traditional school system. In New Orleans, students have the freedom to apply to and attend any tuition-free charter school in the city. Central City itself contains and sits in proximity to several notable schools including James M. Singleton Charter School, which serves children from prekindergarten through Grade 8, and The NET Charter High School on Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard. Both schools earn an overall grade of C-minus from Niche. Other popular schools in the city include Edward Hynes Charter School, which earns an A-minus Niche grade, and the C-plus-graded International High School of New Orleans just east of the neighborhood on Carondelet Street. According to Reynolds, many parents opt to send their children to private schools.
Take the bus or the historic streetcar
Central City is walkable, though many locals prefer getting around by car. Residents often utilize the RTA bus, which includes numerous stops along St. Charles Avenue, Lasalle Street and South Claiborne Avenue. The Pontchartrain Expressway also runs along the neighborhood's northeastern end, making for easy access to the highway while the historic St. Charles Streetcar Line offers smooth trips across town.
The iconic St. Charles Ave streetcar runs through Central City.
Bicycles are an effective mode of transportation in Central City.
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Parks in this Area
A.L. Davis Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Coliseum Square
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Saratoga Playspot
Tennis
Parking Lot
Broadmoor Playspot
Playground
McDonough Zachery Park
Trails
Transit
Airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International
22 min drive
Subway
St Charles And Jackson
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St Charles And 8Th Street
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St Charles And 6Th Street
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St Charles And Washington
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St Charles And 3Rd Street
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St Charles And 1St Street
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St Charles And Josephine
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St Charles And St Andrew
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St Charles And Felicity
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St Charles And Euterpe
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St Charles And Mlk Blvd/Melpomene
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St Charles And Erato
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Oc Haley Blvd. & Calliope St.
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Simon Bolivar & Jackson
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M L King & S. Robertson
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Lasalle & Third Street
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Simon Bolivar & Clio
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S. Claiborne & Third Street
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S. Claiborne & Toledano
Reviews
Niche Reviews
2.83 Reviews
3.0Former Resident
1/7/2019Niche Review
Central City remains one of the preserved, historically black neighborhoods of New Orleans. It has begun to slowly transition in character as gentrification takes on pockets of the neighborhoods. Much is left to be done to revitalize this beautiful and soulful area of the city.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Central City
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central City, New Orleans sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Central City, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $316,247, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Expansive 8,591 sq.ft. restored 1886 Thomas Sully Mansion, overlooking historic St. Charles Avenue. MU ZONING with a hotel license application in process. Gated property includes PARKING and showcases elaborate original plaster and woodwork, plaster walls, and original floors & moldings. Designer details include plaster wallpaper, premium lighting, lacquer paint, and high-end tiles and counters.
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The Muses makes life easy. Live in the thick of all the action, but step inside your beautiful, new residence and find yourself in a quiet sanctuary. The Muses has been carefully designed to fit strict environmental standards, so you can feel good about where you live. Work with a personal trainer on site, watch a film with friends in the Media Room, or grill with neighbors on our beautifully
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,556
Median Age
40
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$28,189
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,690
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
28.2%
Advanced Degrees
13.1%
% Population in Labor Force
54.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
67''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
79/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
83/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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