Bissonet Plaza
Old and newer homes unite along Bissonet Plaza's gridded streets
Bissonet Plaza's gridded, sunbathed streets boast a mixed bag of home styles. Ranch-style homes with hipped roofs are prevalent, though larger homes with colonial elements are present as well. Many homes were constructed in the 1980s, though newer builds have been added since Hurricane Katrina ravaged the town in 2005. Smaller 1,500-square-foot homes often price between $200,000 and $300,000 while larger properties with four or more bedrooms range from $300,000 to $450,000. Bissonet Plaza's housing market is relatively competitive with some homes selling within five to six weeks of their listing.
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Bissonet Plaza Elementary feeds directly into Bonnabel High
Students in Bissonet Plaza are served by the Jefferson Parish School District. Children from prekindergarten through Grade 8 can go to Bissonet Plaza Elementary School, which earns an overall grade of B-minus from Niche, before advancing to Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School off Bruin Drive. The high school earns a C-minus Niche grade and offers a wide range of extracurriculars from a competitive athletics program to a standout marching band.
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The nearby Lafreniere Park serves as a local hub
Residents don't need to travel far to enjoy the outdoors. Lafreniere Park sits just a mile south of Bissonet Plaza. Pet parents frequent the dog park with their canine companions while lovers of wildlife enjoy the bird sanctuary, which attracts numerous bird species from geese and ducks to ibis and herons. Meanwhile, the neighborhood YMCA on Riverside Drive offers a fitness center as well as a pool to help stave off Louisiana's hot, humid summers. Locals are also in proximity to Sky Zone — a trampoline park suited for children featuring obstacle courses and a wall for freeclimbing.
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Rouses offers essentials while restaurants scatter Veterans Boulevard
For daily essentials, residents often visit the Rouses Market on Power Boulevard while additional shopping options can be found at the nearby Lafreniere Plaza Shopping Center, which contains retail stores and locally-owned eateries. Thai Zaap Cafe, for example, is a local favorite for its shrimp and fried tofu while the nearby Pho Bang serves Vietnamese entrees. New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood Co. is another area staple for its gumbo and half-pound burgers. Chain restaurants like Chick-fil-A and Starbucks can also be found along Veterans Boulevard. "There are wonderful places to eat in Metairie. Anybody that knows New Orleans knows that New Orleans and Metairie have good places to eat, especially if you like seafood," Talbert says.
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New Orleans to the east, airport to the west
Bissonet Plaza is walkable, though residents will need a car for longer excursions. Luckily, locals enjoy strong road and highway access with Interstate 10, which feeds directly into downtown New Orleans, serving as the neighborhood's southern border. Residents can also get around on the Jefferson Parish Transit bus, which includes stops along Veterans Boulevard. To travel by air, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport sits just 4 miles to the west.
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Written By
Ryan Quigley
Photography Contributed By
Andrew Williams
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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GINA MURPHY
GINA MURPHY
Responds QuicklyHomesmart Realty South
(504) 513-5626
23 Total Sales
1 in Bissonet Plaza
$327,500 Price
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TINA COULON
TINA COULON
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 455-0100
(504) 826-3219
59 Total Sales
1 in Bissonet Plaza
$268,000 Price
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MICHAEL LESTER
MICHAEL LESTER
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 455-0100
(504) 547-6168
92 Total Sales
1 in Bissonet Plaza
$225,000 Price
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Jeff Puckett
Jeff Puckett
Compass - Slidell
(985) 288-2731
654 Total Sales
1 in Bissonet Plaza
$333,000 Price
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CHERRIE AMBROSE
CHERRIE AMBROSE
Responds QuicklyGreater Horizon Realty
(504) 226-6996
62 Total Sales
1 in Bissonet Plaza
$58,000 Price
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Alanea Champagne
Alanea Champagne
RE/MAX Synergy Real Estate
(504) 499-1410
140 Total Sales
2 in Bissonet Plaza
$50K - $240K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Lafreniere Park
- Disc Golf
- Dog Park
- Fishing
Girard Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Tennis
Wilson Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Galatas Playground
North Kenner Recreational Park
Greenlawn Playground
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bissonet Plaza | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bissonet Plaza Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bissonet Plaza, Metairie sell after 131 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Bissonet Plaza, Metairie over the last 12 months is $485,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$520,000
Median Sale Price
$485,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$485,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$848
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
761
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,355
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,990
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,013
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
658
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,203
Median Age
36
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,788
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,982
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.1%
College Graduates
29.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
67''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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