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Home to Xavier University of Louisiana
Gert Town is a vast, urban neighborhood situated between I-10 and Martin Luther King Boulevard. Bordered north and south by Hollygrove and Central City, the area, which also happens to be the hometown of the renowned jazz musician Allen Toussaint, once played a major role in the industrial development of New Orleans, with factories and manufacturing bases dominating the land for years. Nowadays, Gert Town is mostly known as the home of the HBCU Xavier University, but this up-and-coming neighborhood has more to offer than meets the eye. “It’s a lot more affordable than other areas,” says Jim Yonkus, co-owner of The Independent Caveau NOLA. Opportunities for real estate investing, starting small businesses, and immediate access to downtown NOLA are major reasons people choose to move to the neighborhood.
Xavier University of Louisiana is a private historically black Catholic university in Gert Town.
Gert Town is centrally located in New Orleans.
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Gert Town’s shotgun and bungalow homes
Popular architectural styles in Gert Town include shotguns and bungalows sitting on small lots. French colonial townhouses are also common finds, especially in the neighborhood’s south end. Fenced-in yards and barred windows are typical, and off-street parking is not a premium that many residents have. Commercial buildings often intertwine with the neighborhood’s residential areas, showcasing Gert Town’s industrial roots. While 76% of its residents are renters, single-family homes in the area sell for about $75,000 for a two-bedroom fixer-upper, and $360,000 for a newly constructed three-bed.
Colorful homes are popular in Gert Town.
Shotgun houses are common in Gert Town.
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Kipp Primary, Andrew Wilson Charter and Booker T. High
Kids in Gert Town attend KIPP Central City Primary, a pre-k through 4th grade public charter school with a 14 to 1 student-teacher ratio and a C-minus Niche rating. As an alternative or next step, students can attend Andrew H. Wilson Charter School, a kindergarten through 8th grade public charter option with a C-minus Niche rating. Booker T. Washington High School is often the final step for Gert Town students, where students can join a renowned robotics club, and graduate with licenses in cosmetology, phlebotomy or real estate. The high school has a C rating on Niche and a student-teacher ratio of just 13 to 1.
Andrew Wilson Charter School provides every student with a safe environment.
Booker T Washington High School believes in meeting students where they are.
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Gert Town’s shopping and dining scene
While standard chains like Family Dollar and Costco provide residents with groceries and essentials, small businesses are fundamental to Gert Town. “We were presented with a great opportunity because of the unique zoning laws and affordability,” says Yonkus. Much like other small businesses in the area, The Independent, located on White and Erato, has been able to bring quality products to Gert Town due to the neighborhood’s room for development. Another popular small business in the area is Rendon Inn, a prohibition-era bar that serves up traditional American cuisine and frosty craft beers. For weekend fun, residents head to Rock ‘N’ Bowl on Carrollton Avenue to compete with loved ones at the bowling lanes, enjoy live music and boogie down on the dance floor.
Try a new wine from The Independent Caveau NOLA in Gert Town.
Family Dollar is a grocery option for some families in Gert Town.
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I-10, Highway 90 and Highway 61
By hopping on I-10, locals can quickly commute to the Caesars Superdome and Smoothie King Center. Highway 90 and Highway 61 also intercept this neighborhood, providing easy access to the Greater New Orleans area. And while drivers have easy commute options, Gert Town’s walk score of 77 and bike score of 89 make getting around simple for everyone.
Gert Town is just minutes from the Caesars Superdome and the Smoothie King Center.
I-10 and Highway 90 pass through Gert Town.
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Cuccia-Byrnes Playground and Rosenwald Recreation
The open, expansive fields at Cuccia-Byrnes Playground give residents ample space to play soccer, football and softball. Rosenwald Recreation Center also offers a place for residents to stay active, offering functional fitness classes, yoga, and sports teams.
Cuccia-Byrnes Playground is centrally located in Gert Town.
Rosenwald Recreation Center gives residents an indoor space to stay active.
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Events in downtown NOLA
The neighborhood’s location makes getting to downtown NOLA a breeze, meaning residents can easily attend Mardi Gras, the Jazz Fest, and the Greek Fest. Together Gert Town, a community nonprofit, often holds free events, including a roundtable where residents gather to address concerns and discuss solutions. Giveaways, community feasts, and community cleanup projects are just a few other methods the organization is using to improve the quality of life in Gert Town.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Gert Town
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Gert Town Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Gert Town, New Orleans sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Gert Town, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $155,000, down 48% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Gerttown Community Garden for sale. Only 3 minutes from Xavier University with lots of new development in the area. Garden consists of all kinds of vegetables including a fig and lemon tree.
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