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A peaceful enclave amid the din of New Orleans
The Garden District is where well-heeled New Orleanians have found escape from the hubbub and scents of the French Quarter since the 1840s. Oversized lots with ample space for gardens originally earned the neighborhood its name, but today, the 19th-century mansions here are the stars for their distinctly New Orleans flavor. Many of the Big Easy’s most famous residents, past and present, have at some point called the neighborhood home — from football’s Manning clan to Saints quarterback Drew Brees, as well as horror author Anne Rice and actor John Goodman. Here, though, these celebrities are simply seen as neighbors. “What I love about the Garden District is it’s very community-oriented,” says Ellie Sanders, a Garden District resident and Realtor with the McEnery Company. “It’s a small, defined area where you kind of know everybody, and wave at your neighbors when you walk the dog.”
Historic St Charles Ave borders the Garden District to the north.
Isidore Newman School has a long legacy with its football program.
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Historic homes with trademark New Orleans architecture
About 25 houses in the Garden District, a mix of Italianate, Greek Revival and Queen Anne styles, have been named New Orleans Historic Landmarks. There are also several shotgun homes here, marking a point near the turn of the 20th century when some of the neighborhood’s double lots were subdivided. These shotguns are priced at the neighborhood’s lower end, with recent sales ranging from $725,000 to $3.5 million. But not everything here is more than 100 years old: There are also some modern condo structures, mostly along St. Charles Avenue, with one- to three-bedroom units ranging from $265,000 to $595,000.
Stately mansions are common in the Garden District.
Many homes in the Garden District decorate for Mardi Gras.
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Shop at the Rink and dine at famous Commander’s Palace
Once a late 19th-century roller rink, The Rink is now a shopping center with local favorites like The Garden District Book Shop and The Chicory House coffee shop. “When you’re in The Rink, you always see somebody you know, and you can wave at them and say ‘hello,’” Sanders says. The Garden District’s also home to one of the city’s most venerable dining institutions – Commander's Palace. Open since 1893, this upscale Creole restaurant features a bright blue exterior and an all-star roster of Louisiana chefs that has included Paul Prudhomme and Emeril Lagasse; house specialties include turtle soup, shrimp and tasso, and cochon de lait. Dining options along Magazine Avenue are less formal but no less popular -- Dat Dog, for instance, serves a creative menu of hot dogs and sausages, including a vegetarian option. Magazine Ave. is also Uptown New Orleans’ primary retail shopping hub, with options ranging from new and vintage clothes to furniture and art galleries.
Since 1893 Commander’s Palace has served award-winning food in the Garden District.
The Garden District is full of outdoor patios.
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Throw me something, mister
Mardi Gras is New Orleans’ defining annual event, and the Garden District has a front-row seat to the many parades that run along St. Charles Avenue during Carnival season. About a month later, it’s just a short walk across Magazine Ave. to St. Patrick’s Day festivities in the Irish Channel.
Catch a Mardi Gras parade on the Uptown parade route in the Garden District.
Mardi Gras parade goers wait patiently for the next float in the Garden District.
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Audubon Park: An Uptown escape
Though it’s two miles away from the neighborhood, Audubon Park is a favorite destination for residents of the Garden District and all of Uptown. Vital to New Orleans since 1871, this 350-acre swath of greenery stretches from the bank of the Mississippi River with a zoo, golf course, tennis courts, riding stables, swimming pool, lagoon, almost 2-mile jogging path, picnic shelters and playgrounds.
Audubon Park has many areas to sit and relax in.
Catch a round of golf at the at the Audubon Park golf course.
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The Saint Charles Streetcar Line
The Saint Charles Streetcar Line runs through the middle of St. Charles Avenue provides a connection to Audubon Park, while Ochsner Baptist – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center is located about two miles north of the Garden District.
The iconic St. Charles Ave streetcar runs through the Garden District.
The streetcar lines can be used for exercise in the Garden District.
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Garden District students attend top-rated NOLA schools
Students in the Garden District can attend a variety of New Orleans’ top-rated private and charter schools. Louise S. McGehee School, an all-girls, K-12 private school, is the only school set within the neighborhood; Trinity Episcopal, a co-ed K-8 private school, is another popular option. Audubon Lower Charter serves kindergarten through third grade, and Audubon Upper Charter serves fourth through eighth grades; overall, Audubon earns a B-plus rating from Niche. The A-plus-rated, private and K-12 Isidore Newman School, alma mater of Peyton and Eli Manning, is the top STEM high school in Louisiana, and attended by many Garden District students. De La Salle High, a Catholic school with an A-rating, is another popular Uptown option.
Louise S. McGehee School is a private all-girls school.
De La Salle High School has an A-rating from Niche.
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Parks in this Area
Audubon Park
Bike Trails
Golf
Lake
Lyons Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Pool
Montiero Park
Trails
Burke Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Skateboard
Leo Benewell Playspot
Basketball
Picnic Area
Brignac Playspot
Picnic Area
Playground
McDonough Zachery Park
Trails
Transit
Airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International
24 min drive
Bus
Jackson Ave. & Prytania St.
Bus
Magazine & Third Street
Bus
Magazine & Washington
Bus
Jackson & Prytania
Bus
Jackson & Coliseum
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Garden District
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Garden District, New Orleans sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Garden District, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $1,056,381, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
BOND FOR DEED - 5% INTEREST WITH 10% DOWN on this timeless large Victorian home in the Garden District that sits on a large corner lot just one block from the parade route and streetcars on St Charles Avenue. It is also walking distance to Magazine street with its well known shopping and restaurants and a short drive to Downtown, French Quarter and Business District. This home retains much
Historic Lonsdale Mansion — A Legacy Property in the Garden District - The iconic Lonsdale Mansion presents a rare chance to acquire one of New Orleans’ most storied estates. Originally built in the 1850s, this Italianate masterpiece has been owned by literary icon Anne Rice and Academy Award-winner Nicolas Cage—an unmatched pedigree in one of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods. Now in
Located in the New Orleans Garden District, 2915 Chestnut Street is a splendid example of the Italianate-Greek Revival architectural style that is synonymous with the historic character of the Garden District. Built in the 1860’s, the house has double galleries, 14 and 12 foot ceilings downstairs and 12 foot ceilings upstairs. There are Italianate plaster medallions, moldings, and arches, and
Chic Garden District Condo Just Steps from Magazine Street!Experience modern living in one of New Orleans’ most desirable neighborhoods. This beautifully renovated (2022) 1 bed, 1 bath condo is located on the 2nd floor in the rear of the building and features charming vaulted ceilings in the spacious primary bedroom, an open-concept living and kitchen area, and the convenience of an
A stunning Victorian double in the heart of the Garden District. This beautiful 2-bedroom features recently renovated hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, and a washer/dryer on-site. Expansive living room with pocket doors and built-in shelves connects to suitable kitchen with included appliances - refrigerator, oven, stove, and cabinet storage galore. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill the space with
Luxurious, fully furnished, corporate/film rental on a quiet, tree-lined Garden District street. This listing provides designer custom furniture, fantastic natural lighting, gorgeous window treatments, & artistic touches. Hard wood floors throughout, sky-high ceilings, Granite/stainless kitchen, built-in bookcases, and a verdant courtyard with a dining table. There is a washer/dryer in the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,223
Median Age
47
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
15.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$107,436
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$153,792
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
74.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.3%
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®
71/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
57/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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