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A close community with working-class roots in Irish Channel
A bastion of working-class Italian, German and, of course, Irish immigrants in the 19th century is what gave the Irish Channel its name. One of New Orleans' 18 historic districts, the close-knit feeling of a working-class migrant community from centuries past still exists today. Nowadays, a new generation of first-time homebuyers pours in from across the city, state and country to enjoy the walkable neighborhood's pleasant atmosphere. "The ability to shop local and help out my people is great," says Realtor and owner of the Witry Collective Joshua Walther, who lives in the neighborhood. "It's one of those places that has some spunk to it, but you still have lots of neighbors who pay attention to each other."
The Irish Channel is bordered to the south by the Mississippi River.
Residents and tourists alike often walk along Magazine St near the Irish Channel.
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Rising prices for historic homes with updates
The sounds of a passing ship's foghorn can be heard all the way on Magazine Street, far past the otherwise quiet residential streets that extend up from the Mississippi River. Unlike historic districts such as the Marigny or Garden District, the Irish Channel's quintessential New Orleans architecture is a bit less flashy. Nonetheless, regionally popular floorplans like Eastlake Victorian mansions, Craftsman-style bungalows, Camelback Shotguns and Creole cottages can be found in a variety of sizes, styles and color schemes. Being a historic district means renovations are strictly regulated to maintain historic value. But "there is new development here," Walther says. "They do look newer, but they follow suit." According to Walther, inventory tends to be the biggest factor affecting prices, which are steadily rising. Square footage also bears an impact on home prices, with some 5,000 square-foot mansions selling for $1 million to $2 million. Meanwhile, smaller homes like cottages and shotgun designs fetch a range of $500,000 to $1 million, especially those that are newer or have recent renovations. Smaller homes that sell for $200,000 to $500,000 are typically older and need some light repairs.
Large historic mansions can be found in the Irish Channel.
Camelback shotgun homes are popular in the Irish Channel.
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A hip and charming commercial strip
Small-town charm envelops the neighborhood's main drag of Magazine Street between Louisiana and Washington Avenues. "That stretch of Magazine Street, in my opinion, is the best," Walther says. "It's very old school, and [the city government] doesn't just let someone move in, drop a modern building and move on." Some residents go there to shop for groceries from a location of the local chain Breaux Mart. Others spend their free time having conversations over coffee and beignets from The Vintage. Businesses just outside of the neighborhood and scattered throughout its residential areas add further activity. Lines often form on Jackson Avenue for Turkey and the Wolf, where the fried bologna sandwich takes the school lunch classic a few steps further with veggies, potato chips and hot mustard.
Grab some fresh coffee and beignets at the Vintage in the Irish Channel.
Turkey and the Wolf is a playful option for sandwiches & cocktails near the Irish Channel.
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Making some St. Patrick's Day noise
The neighborhood undergoes a transformation when carnival season hits. Mardi Gras events and parades occur on Magazine Street, which offers a taste of local traditions. But St. Patrick's Day is the real high-water mark, putting a spin on local parade traditions with the throwing of cabbage and potatoes instead of beads and moon pies. "On St. Patrick's Day, I don't move my car," Walther says. "You are inside of a box here when the parades start. I like that because it means the general public is on the other side, and you tend to see your neighbors on this side."
School options nearby and farther out
Students can attend charter schools across the city. The nearest public option is Benjamin Franklin Elementary and Middle School, which earns a C from Niche and serves prekindergarten through eighth-grade students. For high school, or beginning in sixth grade, students attend the C-plus-rated Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence.
At Benjamin Franklin Middle School students face challenges inside and outside of the classroom.
At Sophie B. Wright Charter School students’ learning needs must be the primary focus.
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Audubon Park and community squares
About 2 miles west is Audubon Park, among the largest parks in New Orleans. Sprinkled among its more than 150 old-growth oak trees is a seemingly endless selection of ways to spend the day, including a zoo, a golf club and peaceful gardens. But the neighborhood's true community space is Burke Playground, which is often overrun with dogs and their owners playing in the green grass. Meanwhile, children gather there for basketball or playground games. There are also indoor options nearby, such as The Exchange Pickleball + Bar, or the Lyons Recreation Center, which is better suited for all ages.
The Newman Bandstand in Audubon Park serves a great place for a photo shoot.
Burke Playground provides a large green space for nearby residents.
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Easy trips to West Bank shopping
The Irish Channel's walkability offers maneuverability, as does its location. "A lot of the big stores like Target or Trader Joe's are in Metairie," Walther says. "But if you just jump on the Connector Bridge and ride over to the West Bank, you can find all of the same things way more easily." For those relying on public transportation, bus routes service all the neighborhood's major roadways.
Reach shopping on the West Bank by way of the Crescent City Connection near the Irish Channel.
Irish Channel residents can shop at Trader Joe’s in nearby Metairie.
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Noise can be a concern near main thoroughfares
High water is something to consider across all of New Orleans, but not as much in the Irish Channel, which largely skirted flooding during Hurricane Katrina. The more frequent environmental consideration is midday and seasonal congestion and noise along Magazine Street or Louisiana Avenue.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Irish Channel Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Irish Channel, New Orleans sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Irish Channel, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $553,602, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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