$152,700Average Value$110Average Price per Sq Ft36Homes For Sale
Behrman is a low-key spot on NOLA’s West Bank
Behrman is a residential neighborhood on the West Bank of the Mississippi River, part of the historic Algiers district of New Orleans. There’s a mix of single-family homes, duplexes and apartments along the community’s gridded streets, with everyday amenities, from the grocery store to outdoor spaces, just a short drive away. The Mississippi River Trail offers a spot for daily walks by the water, while access to major thoroughfares shortens commutes to the Central Business District and the rest of New Orleans’ East Bank.
Highways connect Behrman to the East Bank of New Orleans.
Behrman offers a suburban feel with proximity to downtown New Orleans.
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Homes in Behrman feel more secluded from the hustle and bustle of New Orleans' East Bank.
Behrman housing styles and relatively affordable home prices
You’ll mostly find shotgun and minimal traditional homes from the 1960s, 70s and 80s in Behrman. Many feature off-street parking, with carports more common than garages, and fenced backyards. The neighborhood’s median sale price is around $110,000, with prices typically ranging from the mid-$40,000s to the upper $200,000s, depending on size, age and condition. “If you’re looking to buy in New Orleans and want to be near lots of shopping options, education and other amenities, at a fraction of the cost of options on the other side of the river, then Behrman is where you want to be,” says ANGELE SMITH-VONDERPOOL, Realtor/broker with Exquisite Realty Group, who has sold many homes in the area. Even for the West Bank, Behrman is relatively affordable. For reference, the median sale price in nearby Whitney around $470,000, $270,000 in Tall Timbers, $250,000 in Old Aurora and $440,000 in Algiers Point. Most of Behrman falls within flood zones, though risk varies depending on your address. Homebuyers should check their exact risk and insurance costs before purchasing here.
Behrman’s large Morris F.X. Jeff Sr. Park has plenty of room for activities.
Things to do in and around Behrman
Behrman gives residents plenty of ways to get outside, with green spaces and recreational options throughout the area. Whether you're up for a morning walk along the river or an afternoon at the ballfields, a few local spots stand out:
Morris FX Jeff Sr. Park, which has a recreation center, football stadium, pool, tennis and basketball courts, ball fields and a variety of programming, including ballet, piano and organized sports
The Mississippi River Trail, a paved path by the levee that runs for nearly 10 miles
Bodenger Playground, with baseball diamonds, fields and play equipment
The Federal City Pool, where you can cool down on hot summer days
Where Behrman residents can shop and dine
Behrman is near several shopping centers that feature everyday amenities and services, including nail salons and barber shops. Here’s what’s within 5 miles of the neighborhood:
Oakwood Center, an indoor shopping mall with nearly 70 retailers and dining options
Grocery stores, including Aldi and Rouses Market
Big-box stores like Walmart Petco and Ross Dress for Less
Restaurants, from local spots like Saint Claire, a French eatery, to well-known chains
Commute routes, ferry service and bus lines
Behrman residents can reach the Central Business District and other downtown neighborhoods via the Crescent City Connection bridge, which crosses the Mississippi River and drops you in the Lower Garden District. A ferry also travels across the water, starting in Algiers Point and dropping you in the French Quarter. New Orleans Regional Transit Authority operates several bus routes in the area, including the Algiers Local and General Meyer Local lines. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is about 20 miles away.
Behrman streets are quiet and offer plenty of room to ride a bike.
Behrman residents have bus lines around the neighborhood connecting to the rest of New Orleans.
A web of highways connect residents to the rest of New Orleans.
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New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy in Behrman has an incredible view.
How school choice works in New Orleans
NOLA Public Schools serve Behrman. It operates a district-wide choice program, in which families rank schools from throughout the city. A lottery determines admissions, but priority is given to students who live nearby or have siblings already attending certain schools. In the neighborhood, Harriet Tubman Charter School serves prekindergarten to eighth-grade students. It offers a Montessori track for younger students, Gifted & Talented services and the Aurora Program, which provides specialized behavioral and emotional support. Also in Behrman, the New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy has a Marine Corps JROTC program for all students and college-prep academics.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Behrman
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Behrman Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Behrman, New Orleans sell after 85 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Behrman, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $105,000, down 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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