Brandon Mabile owns one of the few restaurants in LaPlace. He's lived here his entire life and Mabile's Restaurant has been family-owned for 40 years. "LaPlace is just a small homey town – it's all about community – everyone is here to help each other," he says. His customers are regular. They mostly come in from their work breaks at the chemical plants to buy roast beef and Po'boys. "We've got in this area probably six or eight chemical plants. It's been that way forever," he adds. "That is what made this small town. About 75% of the people who live here work at them." Mabile says beyond just loving the community here, he enjoy being by the water and 15-miles from New Orleans.
LaPlace is just 15 miles from New Orleans via Interstate 10.
Mabile’s Restaurant is a popular lunch destination in LaPlace.
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LaPlace Talk and Mardi Gras
These days, community is online and in person. Though LaPlace may feel small to Mabile, over 30,000 people live here, and 15,000 follow LaPlace Talk on Facebook and share local updates. Some have businesses from home and market their goods online, including shrimp they caught that day. Residents donate baby clothes to new parents. And if a beloved cat goes missing, everyone knows. Local events are also always posted. One of the biggest is Mardi Gras. The parade has a regular route along the river each February and the whole community shows up.
Many residents in LaPlace live active lifestyles.
Children can enjoy swinging at Thomas F. Daley Memorial Park.
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Alligator tours and the Maurepas Wildlife Trail
The joy of living near Louisiana waters shows up in local businesses like Cajun Pride Swamp Tours on Frenier Road. This privately owned wildlife refuge offers guided journeys past alligators through moss-draped swampland. Nearby, there's the Maurepas Wildlife Trail – a rustic, heavily wooded 1-mile out-and-back trail off Interstate 55. Next door on Dottie Lane, locals can dine on the water at Frenier Landing Restaurant and Oyster Bar along Lake Pontchartrain. This 630 square mile lake borders LaPlace to the east. Locals crab and fish there as the Mississippi River is mainly used for industrial purposes. At the heart of LaPlace, the 126-acre Riverlands Golf and Country Club is open year-round on Fairway Drive.
Enjoy fresh seafood at Frenier Landing Restaurant and Oyster Bar in LaPlace.
Avid golfers can enjoy the options of two different golf courses in LaPlace.
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Riverlands Shopping Center
Mabile's Restaurant is along West Airline Highway, which cuts through LaPlace. Riverlands Shopping Center is along this same route, with a local grocery store called Mathern's Market, and apparel stores like Shoe Lovers and Rainbow Shops for women's clothing. There's also an Aldi's along the highway, a few other commercial spots and local restaurants, and Ochsner Medical Center for primary care services.
Aldi is one grocery option in LaPlace.
Many retail options can be found along Highway 61 in LaPlace.
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Generations have lived in LaPlace
When people find homes in LaPlace, they stay a long time. "Generations have lived here because of the plants," Mabile says. Some properties, like those on Lake Vista Drive, are new brick traditionals surrounded by palm trees. Others are simple ranch styles and cottages on more typical suburban streets with pines and oaks. There are also a few outlier log cabins in LaPlace and mobile homes on Chickadee Street. "It's a mixed bag architecturally," says local Realtor Alison Andrews with EXP Realty. "There's a lot of remodeled homes. LaPlace was hit by Hurricane Ida, and then before that, Katrina and Isaac. Houses were hurt by that, but now they've been rehabbed." Prices begin at $100,000 for a residence that still needs renovation or a mobile home. Prices mostly range in the $200,000s otherwise and currently spend 71 days on the market.
Cottages can be found when looking to move to LaPlace.
Homes in LaPlace come in different sizes.
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St. John the Baptist Parish Public Schools
Laplace Elementary/Middle School is on Greenwood Drive. It's within the St. John the Baptist Parish Public Schools district, as is East St. John High School, where students take their next steps. Both schools are rated C minus by Niche. The high school fosters a college preparatory environment that encourages students to be lifelong learners. There are several private school options, including St. Charles Catholic High School and Riverside Academy. The high school is on Dominican Road and the academy is 8 miles away via Louisiana 44 East.
Laplace Elementary School supports academic success to develop productive global citizens.
East St. John High School boasts a top-notch athletics program.
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The River Parish Transit Authority
Many get around in their cars here, but The River Parish Transit Authority serves the area, offering 10 to 12 curb-to-curb passenger buses that are wheelchair accessible. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International is 20 miles west along Interstate 10. The over 400-mile U.S. Route 51 travels through LaPlace, making it a well-connected home ground.
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Laplace Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Laplace, La Place sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Laplace, La Place over the last 12 months is $200,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to 177 Farm Rd in LaPlace!If you’ve been looking for a home with space, flexibility, parking and tons of potential, this one’s worth a look. Sitting on a roomy .63-acre corner lot off Main Street, this property gives you the best of both worlds — peace and privacy with an easy commute to local shops, schools, and restaurants. Inside, you’ll find 4 bedrooms and 3 baths spread across a
Stunning 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home that feels like brand-new construction! This beautiful corner-lot property has been thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom, making it a turnkey option for buyers who want style, comfort, and convenience. All new major systems, including a brand-new roof, HVAC system, windows, and underground plumbing. The stylish kitchen with new cabinets, stainless steel
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