The community of Marrero sits along the West Bank of the Mississippi River, just across from the city of New Orleans. Roughly 32,000 of the nearly 1.3 million in the New Orleans metropolitan area call this quiet, mostly residential, area home. While commuters mostly head into the city for work, this area does offer plenty of access to recreation and community events on the West Bank. “There’s always something to do,” says Edward Prange, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty New Orleans. “There’s a little bit for everybody, not just one demographic.”
Marrero sits quietly along the West Bank of the Mississippi River.
The West Bank Expressway is a vital artery through Marrero.
Many Marrero residents commute into New Orleans for work.
Marrero residents gather to compete, play, and socialize at Westside Bowling Lanes.
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More affordable housing in Marrero than New Orleans
The median housing price in Marrero is $220,000, lower than the national median of $407,200. The area’s residential streets were often built in stages, with patchwork grids throughout the community. Homes between the Westbank Expressway and the Mississippi date from as early as the 1940s and 1950s, with cottages and shotgun-style houses making up much of the area. Further south, ranch-style homes from the 1960s and newer builds populate the community.
Cottages can be found throughout Marrero.
Shotgun homes are a great option when looking to move to Marrero.
Ranch style homes are common in Marrero.
New homes can be found in and around Marrero.
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Education at Jefferson Parish Schools
The Jefferson Parish Schools system serves Marrero and receives a B grade from Niche. The site ranks Jefferson Parish Schools as the seventh-most diverse district in Louisiana. Students also have private school options, including the B-plus-rated Archbishop Shaw High School in Marrero and others located across the river in New Orleans. Colleges like Loyola University and Tulane University also can be found in New Orleans.
Judge Lionel R. Collins Elementary School has an overall Niche grade of B-.
L.H. Marrero Middle School has an overall Niche grade of B-.
Archbishop Shaw High School serves young men in 8th through 12th grade.
Loyola University is a historic campus in Uptown New Orleans.
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Wildlife watching in the Barataria Preserve
Neighborhood parks dot Marrero, with ballfields and playgrounds at spots like Belle Terre Park and Kings Grant Park. But directly to Marrero’s southwest is the Barataria Preserve, part of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park. The nature reserve stretches over 26,000 acres of hardwood forest, swamps, and bayous, offering boardwalks and wildlife viewing.
Get fit at the 10th Street Walk Track in Marrero.
Belle Terre Playground has a large playground set for kids to enjoy.
Play a game of baseball at Kings Grant Playground.
Enjoy a stroll down the boardwalk at the Barataria Preserve near Marrero.
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Shopping along Lapalco Boulevard
While various businesses dot the service roads of the Westbank Expressway, the main commercial drag of Marrero is Lapalco Boulevard. Shopping centers like Oak Ridge Plaza offer fast food dining, groceries and big box stores. Locals can head to nearby cities like Gretna for more shopping and dining options. “The food is good out here,” Prange says. “There’s a lot of fresh seafood but you can find pretty much anything you want.”
Oak Ridge Plaza offers shoppers in Marrero many different options.
ALDI is one of several grocery options in Marrero.
Bix box stores like Lowe’s can be found throughout Marrero.
Get some hot seafood at Lefort's Seafood in Marrero.
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Events on the West Bank
Communities on the West Bank organize several festivals and events each year. The Louisiana Crawfish Boil Championships occur in Marrero each March, while festivals such as the Gretna Heritage Festival and Jean Lafitte Seafood Festival draw thousands of people. And, of course, plenty of Mardi Gras parades take place nearby throughout the month leading up to the holiday.
Quick commutes into New Orleans
Marrero sits directly across the Mississippi River from New Orleans. While industrial sites line the banks — especially oil and gas storage facilities — many residents head into the city for work. The Crescent City Bridge into downtown New Orleans is about 6 miles from Marrero, and traffic can back up during commutes. While the Jefferson Parish Transit system offers buses into the city, most residents choose to drive. Amtrak trains run through the Union Passenger Terminal downtown, while Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is about 16 miles away.
Flood risks in Marrero
While crime data specific to Marrero was not readily available, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office has jurisdiction in Marrero. FBI data reports roughly average crime compared to national and state averages, and levels have been stable over the last five years.
Marrero offers hot, humid summers and cool but mild winters. While much of the area is protected by a levee on the Mississippi River, parts are within FEMA-designated flood zones, and homeowners may be required to purchase flood insurance. Marrero’s location on the Gulf Coast means hurricanes are a potential hazard and can bring high winds and heavy rain. “The market has slowed down a bit due to the flood insurance crisis here in the area,” Prange says.
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