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Freret

Freret

5.0
$513,078 Average Value
$260 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Living in Freret: A trendy corner of historic New Orleans

In Uptown New Orleans, Freret is a small neighborhood known for its namesake commercial corridor, Freret Street. Walkable from most homes, the strip hosts lively restaurants, corner coffee shops and several events throughout the year. While Freret has buzzing, modern energy, you’ll find historic residences along its side streets, bringing the cool, historic vibe that defines the Crescent City to the neighborhood.

Freret offers easy access to the streetcar.
Freret offers easy access to the streetcar.
Dat Dog is a quirky restaurant that calls Freret home.
Dat Dog is a quirky restaurant that calls Freret home.
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What homes look like and cost in Freret

Shotgun-style homes, camelbacks, Creole cottages and Greek Revivals sit on compact city lots in Freret. While many houses have been updated with modern finishes, they often retain historic details like hardwood floors, front porches and exposed brick. Post-Katrina new construction adds variety to the neighborhood’s streetscape. The median single-family home sale price in Freret is around $630,000, with prices typically ranging from the low $200,000s to the mid-$900,000s.

The Freret neighborhood boasts a mix of different home styles.
The Freret neighborhood boasts a mix of different home styles.
The Freret neighborhood features some multifamily builds with cozy front porches.
The Freret neighborhood features some multifamily builds with cozy front porches.
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Where to eat along Freret Street

The neighborhood is known for its dining scene along Freret Street, with locally owned restaurants, bars and coffee shops. The eight-block strip between Napoleon and Jefferson avenues was once a sleepy residential thoroughfare, but revitalization that started around 2009 has brought more than 30 local institutions to the neighborhood. “Freret is a post-Katrina, revitalized commercial corridor,” says Andy Brott, local glass artist and owner of BrottWorks Design Studio in the nearby Milan neighborhood. “This is culinary insanity; there are really too many [restaurants] to list.” You can grab a bite at:

  • The High Hat Café, a Southern-themed restaurant featuring Louisiana and Mississippi Delta cooking with dishes like fried catfish and biscuits and gravy
  • Cure, a James Beard Award-winning cocktail bar with an extensive drink menu and elevated bar food
  • Vals, a laid-back eatery with patio seating that’s known for its tacos and margaritas
  • Pigeon & Whale, a seafood restaurant and oyster bar with cocktails
  • Rook Café, a neighborhood coffee shop that serves creative featured drinks
Everyday conveniences are also nearby. Trader Joe’s and Roses Market grocery stores line Freret Street. Magnolia Marketplace, a shopping center with well-known retailers like T.J. Maxx, PetSmart and Ulta Beauty in the Central City neighborhood, is about a mile east.

The High Hat Cafe is a great spot for lunch.
The High Hat Cafe is a great spot for lunch.
The Fresh Market is a grocery store choice for Freret residents.
The Fresh Market is a grocery store choice for Freret residents.
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Things to do throughout the year in Freret

Freret hosts several community events throughout the year, mostly along its namesake corridor. Some popular ones include:

  • Freret Market, a monthly open-air market with local art, food and flea market finds held on the first Saturday of most months
  • Freretstivus Holiday Market, a December edition of the monthly market focused on seasonal gifts and festive shopping
  • Freret Street Festival, a free annual event with live music on multiple stages, along with offerings from local artists and food vendors
The neighborhood also has its own parade krewe during Mardi Gras: Krewe of Frete. The co-ed group has roughly 1,100 members who travel the traditional Uptown St. Charles Avenue route on the first Saturday of the main Carnival weekend.

How Freret residents get around New Orleans

Freret’s compact layout makes it easy to walk around. For drivers, South Claiborne Avenue runs along the neighborhood's northern edge, and Interstate 10 and the Pontchartrain Expressway are nearby. On-street parking is the main option here, and there’s a mix of free spaces and permit zones. Several New Orleans Regional Transit Authority bus lines run through the area, with routes along Freret Street and Napoleon Avenue connecting to downtown. The historic St. Charles Streetcar line is about a 15- to 20-minute walk away, offering a ride through the Garden District to the Central Business District and the French Quarter.

Bike lanes are a convenient way to commute in Freret.
Bike lanes are a convenient way to commute in Freret.
The Freret neighborhood is close to the St. Charles Avenue street car.
The Freret neighborhood is close to the St. Charles Avenue street car.
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How school choice works in New Orleans

New Orleans runs a citywide, all-charter school system with no neighborhood zoning. Families rank their preferred schools through the unified NOLA-PS Common Application Process, with most placements decided by a computerized lottery. The lottery prioritizes things like proximity and siblings already attending, while a handful of selective schools add specific eligibility requirements. Leftover seats are filled through open enrollment on a first-come, first-served basis.

Edward Hynes Charter School has a corporate partnership with the University of New Orleans.
Edward Hynes Charter School has a corporate partnership with the University of New Orleans.
At Warren Easton Senior High School, academic excellence is the highest priority.
At Warren Easton Senior High School, academic excellence is the highest priority.
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What to know about flooding in Freret

Like much of New Orleans, Freret sits at a low elevation within the city’s low-lying “bowl,” an area of land that sits at or below sea level and is ringed by levees and floodwalls. Rainwater can’t drain out naturally and has to be pumped over the walls, so heavy rainfall, especially during hurricanes, is a major concern. Freret has seen its share of flooding, especially during Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Since then, the neighborhood has been rebuilt, as seen in its modern housing options and revitalized Freret Street commercial strip. Most of the community lies within FEMA-mapped flood zones, so flood insurance costs should be factored in when buying a home here.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International

24 min drive

Bus

Freret & Cadiz

Bus

S. Claiborne At Cadiz

Bus

S. Claiborne At Robert

Bus

Napoleon & Freret

Bus

Freret & Jefferson

Bus

Freret At Cadiz

Bus

Freret At Napoleon

Reviews

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7/18/2014 Niche Review
The buses are not always on time, but it's one of the best transportation systems I seen so far.
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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
227
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,696
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,252
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,371
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
5
Median Rent
$1,972
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,800
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,200
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,675
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,125
Median Condo Rent
$2,775
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,600

Demographics

Total Population
1,589
Median Age
37
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$63,440
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$83,364

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.3%
College Graduates
41.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
67''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Exceptionally walkable

Walkability®

90 / 100

Some public transit

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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