Old Aurora
Neighborhood in New Orleans, Louisiana
Orleans Parish 70114, 70131
Ranch houses and renovation
A network of tree-lined residential streets characterizes this part of the city. While many ranch houses and bungalows from the 1950s and ’60s remain, there are also plenty of new builds. “Some of the houses are older, so if they haven’t been updated, they’re being torn down and replaced by new construction,” Hicks says. Lot sizes are more generous than in some surrounding neighborhoods, measuring about a quarter-acre on average. Older neglected structures start at under $100,000, with renovated 4-bedroom homes selling for up to $400,000. Although most of the streets and paved sidewalks are in good condition, some are a little rough, especially if there’s ongoing construction in the area.Baseball at Brechtel Park
Locals have to head a block or two south of Old Aurora to access Brechtel Park, a popular picnic spot with scenic walking trails winding around a central lagoon. There’s also a baseball field onsite for visitors who want to organize a weekend game. For younger kids, Norman Playground is close to the elementary school and has a nifty play structure for swinging or climbing.Education at Edna Carr High School
Students in Old Aurora typically attend a progression of neighborhood charter schools. Alice M. Harte Elementary on Berkley Drive teaches students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The elementary school earns a C-plus from Niche and sits in a convenient location near Norman Playground. Next comes Edna Carr High School, which also gets a C-plus. The neighborhood is also home to the University of Holy Cross, a private Catholic liberal arts college.Riding the RTA to downtown New Orleans
It takes about 10 minutes to drive to downtown New Orleans from most homes in Old Aurora. For residents who prefer not to drive, the New Orleans Rapid Transit Authority (RTA) stops in many places along Holiday Drive, MacArthur Boulevard and General Meyer Avenue. The Lower Algiers Ferry departs regularly from Winston Street, transporting passengers across the Mississippi River to Chalmette.Algiers Plaza in Old Aurora
With the French Quarter so tantalizingly close by, Old Aurora residents have no shortage of fabulous dining opportunities. However, within the neighborhood, options are limited beyond a string of fast-food joints along General De Gaulle Drive. Algiers Plaza shopping mall is also along this corridor and features a Winn-Dixie supermarket, Petco and TJ Maxx.Fire station on Woodland Drive
New Orleans Fire Department Engine House #17 operates from Woodland Drive near the University of Holy Cross. Potential homebuyers interested in the neighborhood should consider that, especially if they’re looking at houses on nearby streets.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Victoria Zangara
Victoria Zangara
LATTER & BLUM (LATT07)
(504) 608-0730
35 Total Sales
1 in Old Aurora
$270,000 Price
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Jeff Puckett
Jeff Puckett
Latter & Blum Inc Slidell
(985) 288-2731
673 Total Sales
1 in Old Aurora
$279,500 Price
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Troy Lee
Troy Lee
Responds QuicklyKELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 504-207-2007
(504) 327-2922
73 Total Sales
1 in Old Aurora
$226,500 Price
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Eddie Breaux
Eddie Breaux
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred, REALTOR
(504) 305-8318
51 Total Sales
1 in Old Aurora
$160,000 Price
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Carl Calamia
Carl Calamia
Homesmart Realty South
(504) 732-0640
52 Total Sales
2 in Old Aurora
$255K - $290K Price Range
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CHERRIE AMBROSE
CHERRIE AMBROSE
Responds QuicklyGreater Horizon Realty
(504) 226-6996
62 Total Sales
4 in Old Aurora
$185K - $260K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Old Aurora | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Old Aurora Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Aurora, New Orleans sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Aurora, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $233,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$259,900
Median Sale Price
$233,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$248,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$130,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$25,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
330
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$120
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,558
Number of Homes for Sale
67
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,923
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
6,560
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,143
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
570
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,174 - $2,034 per month
- The Mayfair Apartment Homes
- 1-4 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 737+ Sq Ft
- 4254 Maple Leaf Dr
- New Orleans, LA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
13,160
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,241
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,581
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.8%
% Population in Labor Force
63.3%
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®
43
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32
/ 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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