Metaire in terms of real estate are areas 11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19 (Old Metairie) The areas are divided by natural boundries such as main streets, lakes, rivers, subdivisions, canals, areas, and towns. The areas will have common characteristics but will vary per area as I will point out. The Older areas will have little resemblence to todays subdivisions or gated communities, as they blend togeather.
Metaire Real Estate Areas
Metairie , area 14
This area between W. Esplanade and the lake is prime Metairie real estate. The value trend is to get more expensive as you move from Kenner and towards Causeway. Getting closer to the lake generally means a more expensive location. The average age of a home is this area is 30 to 40 years old. You will pay for a larger yard. The commute time to anywhere in Metairie is minimal and a 30-40 minute commute to the CBD. Prices start at about 200k for a dated home. The subdivisions are hard to distinguish from each other. The public and private schools are listed below. The ground is expensive here.
Lakeside and the Esplanade mall are close. East Jefferson hospital is across the street. Veterans Blvd., your downtown street of Metairie is also close. Lake access is in Kenner and from the Bonnabel boat launch in area 18. Area is 99% residential except for churches, playgrounds and schools. Values continue to rise due to location. New homes are far and few between. Taxes are low, crime is low, schools are good, and many of the houses need updating. You will get the money back if you do the correct things, ask Eric what they are?
Metairie is a large unincorporated area which surrounds Harahan on three sides, and sits between Orleans Parish, Kenner, and the Mississippi river. Though once mostly residential, the area has built up a healthy business center in recent years. One of it´s claims to fame is the longest bridge over water in the world, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. The Causeway connects Metairie with St. Tammany Parish on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. Technically, Lake Pontchartrain is not a lake at all, but an estuary with a large salt-water content. It has 610 square miles and is joined with the Mississippi Sound. It is the largest inland estuary in the United States. The Lake is a popular birdwatching area with places set aside for the fans to watch the birds. The Purple Martins fly in huge formations during the summer months, peaking during July.
Metairie is not a city and has no mayor or local government of its own. As part of Jefferson Parish, Metairie is governed by the Jefferson Parish Council. Metairie Ridge was once incorporated as a city for approximately 17 years in order to allow the area to obtain gas service. In 1927 its one and only Mayor, C.P. Aicklen, arranged for gas service to Metairie. However, less than 18 months later, Metairie Ridge was unincorporated and Metairie has existed as an unincorporated area (with gas service) ever since. Over 68,000 friendly families or approximately 165,000 people live in Metairie's five zip codes (70001, 70002, 70003, 70005 and 70006). Jefferson Parish has many cities, including the Cities of Kenner,Harahan, Gretna, and Grand Isle. Metairie, the heart of Jefferson Parish, forms a part of the Greater New Orleans metropolitan area and is technically an unincorporated part of Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. Metairie residents have no mayor and no City taxes,but still pay Parish taxes. Unlike the other 49 states, Louisiana, due to its French heritage, has parishes rather than counties.
Lafreniere Park a 155-acre park located in central Metairie which features picturesque lagoons, seasonal boating, lots of ducks, several children's play grounds, fine landscaping (including some manmade hills), a snack bar, baseball fields, covered shelters, a manmade swamp (complete with neutria), a frisbee golf course, a two mile jogging path, and two outdoor recreational/exercise centers. The park is accessible by car from Veterans Boulevard at Downs Boulevard on the north and from a newer entrance on West Napoleon on the south.
The Jeff fest live music and entertainment festival is held in Lafreniere Park annually. Lafreniere Park is the largest park in Metairie and is one of the best recreational spots in Metairie. Good for a picnic or a game of softball. At the center of the park is the Pavilion, a natural wood structure designed as a multi-purpose outdoor center. The Pavilion is used throughout the year for weddings, parties, Christmas caroling and much more. Each Christmas the park is lighted with seasonal lights and features various events. With its and landscaping and parking, the park is perfect for family recreation.
Metairie Playgrounds
Johnny Bright Playground 838-1037
Cleary Playground 838-1033
3401 Cleary Ave., Metairie, LA 70002 Mon-Fri 9 AM-10 PM & Sat 9AM-5PM Tommy Littleton - Center Supervisor Robert Otero - Asst. Center Supervisor Ryan Ardon - Girls Programs
3700 Civic Ave., Metairie, LA 70001 Mon-Fri 9 AM-10 PM & Sat 9AM-5PM Robin Alexander - Center Supervisor Byron Phillips - Asst. Center Supervisor
Delta Playground 736-8463
Girard Playground 838-1038
8301 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, LA 70003 Mon-Fri 9 AM-10 PM & Sat 9AM-5PM John DiMaggio - Center Supervisor Charlie Brandsetter - Asst. Center Supervisor Claire Moyer - Girls Programs
5300 Irving St., Metairie, LA 70003 Mon-Fri 9 AM-10 PM & Sat 9AM-5PM Bill Hebert - Center Supervisor Mike Lavigne - Asst. Center Supervisor Rich Cazaubon - Girls Programs
Metairie Playground 838-1035
Lakeshore Playground 838-1034
1521 Palm St., Metairie, LA 70001 Mon-Fri 9 AM-10 PM & Sat & Sun 9AM-5PM Tommy Bryant - Center Supervisor Tony Hebert - Asst. Center Supervisor Luis Aldana - Girls Program
1125 Rosa Ave., Metairie, LA 70005 Mon-Fri 9 AM-10 PM & Sat 9AM-5PM Larry Gaff - Center Supervisor Harold Buehler - Asst. Center Supervisor Erin Ruddock - Girls Programs
Miley Playground 736-8461
6716 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, LA 70003 Mon-Fri 9 AM-10 PM & Sat & Sun 9AM-5PM Tim O'Quinn - Center Supervisor George Wyman - Asst. Center Supervisor Mike Timmreck - Girls Program
Area 11 David Drive to Kenner between Airline and Veterans
Area 12 Airline Park , Airline Park North
Area 13
Area 15
Area 16 Bridgedale, Between Clearview and Transcont.
Area 17
Area 18 Its not Old Metairie but close, from 1-10 towards the lake,old neighborhoods and good schools
Area 19 Old Metaire, the old Metairie ridge runs along a natural ridge and was one of the first suburbs of New Orleans
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Metairie is a great place to live and being closer in has its advantages but going out further to Kenner and Destrehan will usually get you more house for the money. Check out Harahan/River Ridge for similiar properties. Thanks Eric
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