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Bissonet Plaza is centrally located and minutes from New Orleans
Just 11 miles outside of downtown New Orleans is Bissonet Plaza — an active community stationed toward the north side of Jefferson Parish just south of Lake Pontchartrain. Pocketed on the west side of Metairie, Bissonet Plaza is in proximity to all of New Orleans' nightlife and attractions without sacrificing its quieter complexion. "Metairie is close to everything. To get from Metairie to New Orleans is about 3 seconds, and to get the other parishes, it's about 3 minutes or so, so it's very convenient to go downtown," says local Realtor Carolyn Talbert of Keller Williams Realty Services, who has been in the real estate industry since 1979. "Our taxes are better, the schools are better. I just think everything is better."
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.
One common architectural style house in the Bissonet Plaza neighborhood is split-level.
The residents of Bissonet Plaza have well-maintained yards with plush green grass.
Large trees provide Bissonet Plaza neighborhood homes shade from the southern sun.
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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.
Bissonet Plaza Elementary School was established in 1961 by a group of parents.
Bonnabel High School is a comprehensive public high school in Kenner, LA.
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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.
Take you dog out to play at the dog park at Lafreniere Park.
Enjoy a round of disc golf at Lafreniere Park.
The Bissonet Plaza's Sky Zone Trampoline Park is a space to move, create and be yourself.
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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.
The Bissonet Plaza neighborhood features Rouses Market, which celebrates the Gulf Coast’s unique culture, history and cuisine.
Bissonet Plaza is home to New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood Co, which serves the classic New Orleans dishes that locals love to eat.
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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.
JP Transit offers public transportation in Bissonet Plaza.
West Esplanade Ave in the Bissonet Plaza neighborhood has a constant flow of traffic.
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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
Airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International
11 min drive
Bissonet Plaza Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bissonet Plaza, Metairie sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Bissonet Plaza, Metairie over the last 12 months is $240,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
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
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