Erin Rotolo
RE/MAX Affiliates
(504) 584-7023
104 Total Sales
2 in Elmwood Park
$265K - $420K Price Range
Elmwood Park
Suburban Neighborhood in Metairie, Louisiana
Jefferson Parish 70003, 70065
Elmwood Park isn’t the type of neighborhood with abundant nightlife, specialty shops or heavy traffic. Instead, this suburban enclave could best be described as a bedroom community. Built after World War II, these commuter towns sprang up with the idea that people would want peace and quiet after being at work all day. To achieve that, the planners of Elmwood Park made it almost purely residential. The neighborhood, filled with mature trees, runs from the shores of Lake Pontchartrain to the major thoroughfare of West Esplanade Avenue. It’s also close to Williams Boulevard and, true to its inception, allows for easy access to Kenner, Metairie and New Orleans.
Living in Elmwood Park provides residents with walkable roads and plenty of neighbors to meet. Take a stroll to the lake’s levee and enjoy the stunning sunset over the water with a few friends. Returning home, you’ll pass rows of traditionally designed houses with an occasional Tudor, split level or contemporary building. What you’ll mostly find though is ranch-style residences from the 1960s and 1970s. Predominantly made of different colors of brick, these houses have been exceptionally well cared for. Prices range from $290,000 for a three-bedroom, two-bath ranch-style home to $570,000 for a five-bedroom, four-bath dwelling on West Esplanade Avenue.
Students in the area have their choice of private, parochial or public schools. Harold Keller Elementary believes in strong relationships between parents and teachers and works to foster these ties through parenting workshops, family field day and parent-teacher conferences. Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies is designed to work with students who thrive in a rigorous academic environment. The academy also offers after-school care for children for a weekly fee. John Q. Adams Middle School rests on a 10.5-acre campus near Lake Pontchartrain and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. It has two zoological atriums, a talent center and a performing arts center.
Elmwood Park’s dedicated green space is called Wilson Park and Playground or Elmwood Square depending on who you ask. Whichever you prefer, the 15-acre space is a hidden gem for toddlers and small children. The fenced park has a well-shaded play area with playground equipment as well as benches and picnic tables. There’s even a little library where you can take a book or leave one at no cost.
One of the few businesses in the neighborhood is Landscape Orleans. In business for over 10 years, the shop installs landscape lighting, creates garden virtual designs and offers monthly maintenance. The premium, full-service company works with residential and commercial clients to landscape or hardscape beautiful custom-designed spaces. It can work with you on installing artificial turf, outdoor kitchens and lighting and drainage systems.
In nearby Kenner, dining options are endless. Redfish Pizza is known for its generous portions and reasonable prices as well as a commitment to quality. The business made Forbes magazine’s list of the most unique pizzas around the nation. It even makes its own line of sauces like gumbo, Mexican, or Jack Daniels wing sauce. If you stop by, try the muffuletta salad, chicken pesto panini or a Cajun fire pizza.
For those seeking a simple sanctuary away from the worries of the day, Elmwood Park provides residents with a tranquil setting nestled between Kenner and Metairie.
Written By
K.T. Phillips
Photography Contributed By
Andrew Williams
Video By
Michael Voyack
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Erin Rotolo
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Brittany Picolo Ramos
Brittany Picolo Ramos
Keller Williams Realty New Orleans
(504) 294-8318
295 Total Sales
1 in Elmwood Park
$808,000 Price
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Sara Richards
Sara Richards
Mirambell Realty
(504) 332-4411
44 Total Sales
2 in Elmwood Park
$313K - $368K Price Range
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Diana Parsons
Diana Parsons
LATTER & BLUM (LATT01)
(504) 608-6342
69 Total Sales
1 in Elmwood Park
$346,000 Price
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Tony Ruiz
Tony Ruiz
NOLA Living Realty
(504) 883-7081
179 Total Sales
1 in Elmwood Park
$837,500 Price
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Katie Toups
Katie Toups
Blue Heron Realty
(985) 602-5296
246 Total Sales
1 in Elmwood Park
$435,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Girard Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Tennis
Wilson Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Beach View Heights
- Tennis
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Galatas Playground
North Kenner Recreational Park
Greenlawn Terrace Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Erlanger Park
- Playground
- Walking Paths
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Elmwood Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Elmwood Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Elmwood Park, Metairie sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Elmwood Park, Metairie over the last 12 months is $415,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$434,500
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$410,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
136
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$181
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,026
Number of Homes for Sale
20
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,376
Above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,211
Median Age
52
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,196
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$164,461
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
59.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.2%
% Population in Labor Force
65.9%
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®
29
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 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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