Westgate
Homes in Westgate offer comparatively large lot sizes
Homes here range from detached single-family houses to stately apartments and beyond. Modest, ranch-style houses are popular in the neighborhood, as are midcentury modern homes with brick exteriors. These homes tend to have well-maintained lawns and large backyards. And that’s no surprise, considering lot sizes range from 1/2 to well over 1 acre here. Front yards tend to be smaller even though most houses are set back from the street. Prices range from $325,000 for a three-bedroom, two-bath ranch-style home, to $450,000 for a five-bedroom, three-bath newly built domicile.
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Both private and public schools use innovative learning techniques
Students in the neighborhood have a myriad of private, parochial and public schools to choose from. Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies provides challenging classes for children who thrive on problem solving and critical thinking skills through project-based learning activities, technology integration and in-depth research. John Q. Adams Middle School rests on 10.5 acres near Lake Pontchartrain and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. It has several zoological atriums, a talent center and a performing arts center. East Jefferson High School was founded in 1955 and is one of the most diverse public high schools in Louisiana according to Niche.
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Westgate includes diverse dining and boutique shopping options
The Westgate neighborhood has all manner of specialty stores. Vivid Palms, for instance, specializes in growing and maintaining almost a dozen species of palm trees. The staff are experts on each species they sell, and the stock ranges from four- to 25-foot-tall trees. There are also numerous grocery stores and markets in the area to make finding everyday essentials easy. La Pulperia is a specialty grocery providing Central American ingredients such as mango, plantains, tamarind candies, and produce. Westgate has a multitude of bars, restaurants, and sweet shops. One of the most popular is Red Apple. This community gathering spot is known for its modern take on traditional Chinese fare. Sandros Trattoria is a family-owned restaurant taking diners to Tuscany nightly. Established in 2004, it's been serving up authentic Italian cuisine and owner Sandro’s personal favorites for nearly 20 years. Then there’s Thai Zapp Café. This eatery offers vegetarian options in a family-friendly environment. With lunch and dinner specials, authentic Thai food is never far out of reach. For something sweet, La Michoacana is more than just an ice cream shop. This treat of a store offers agua frescas, sorbets, and traditional Mexican street foods like elote and tamarind candies.
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Lafreniere Park offers recreation options to both humans and pets
One of Westgate’s most popular attractions is Lafreniere Park. The 155-acre green space was created by a community initiative in the late 1970s and was completed in 1982. Since then, the park has become a focal point for the community with its everyday pleasures as well as numerous festivals throughout the year. The tranquil space contains a two-mile jogging and walking trail, a pavilion island with multiple picnic tables, two playgrounds, and a 20-acre lagoon. The park is also home to an 18-hole disc golf course, several multi-use fields for baseball and soccer, and a covered carousel with more than 30 moving horses, tigers, zebras, and an ADA-accessible chariot. Open daily, Lafreniere Park is picturesque with manicured gardens and fountains. Pets are welcome, and there’s a dog park where pups can play off-leash.
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Written By
K.T. Phillips
Photography Contributed By
Alan Bates
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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ALOREA GILYOT
ALOREA GILYOT
Responds QuicklyLATTER & BLUM (LATT09)
(504) 226-7433
49 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$60,000 Price
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Tony Ruiz
Tony Ruiz
NOLA Living Realty
(504) 883-7081
175 Total Sales
2 in Westgate
$73K - $245K Price Range
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Amanda Miller
Amanda Miller
Amanda Miller Realty, LLC
(504) 608-3761
1,640 Total Sales
3 in Westgate
$287K - $305K Price Range
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TINA COULON
TINA COULON
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 455-0100
(504) 826-3219
59 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$299,000 Price
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Cindy Ng
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Cindy Ng
Responds QuicklyAppletree Realty, LLC
(504) 684-2030
92 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$285,000 Price
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Gina Wilson
Gina Wilson
Responds QuicklyERA Top Agent Realty
(985) 202-5457
112 Total Sales
1 in Westgate
$140,000 Price
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lafreniere Park
- Disc Golf
- Dog Park
- Fishing
La Salle Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Trails
Girard Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Tennis
Mike Miley Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Football
Wilson Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Galatas Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westgate | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westgate Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westgate, Metairie sell after 139 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Westgate, Metairie over the last 12 months is $369,990.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$369,999
Median Sale Price
$369,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$397,635
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$280,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
78
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$247
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
605
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,234
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
906
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
644
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 12pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,275 - $1,665 per month
- 2900 Wytchwood Dr.
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 595+ Sq Ft
- 2900 Wytchwood Dr
- Metairie, LA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,657
Median Age
38
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,026
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,656
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.3%
College Graduates
20.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.4%
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®
35
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50
/ 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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