Pines Village
Suburban Neighborhood in New Orleans, Louisiana
Orleans Parish 70126
Neighborhood Reviews
Brick bungalows in the Village
Small single-story ranch-style homes and bungalows, many featuring brick construction, line up on compact lots along Pines Village’s residential streets. Wallet-friendly prices are the main draw, from $70,000 for a fixer-upper or townhome to $250,000 for a newly built 3-bedroom home. “I would say that it’s more for investors than it is for homeowners, although homeowners are in the mix,” Nicholas says. Most older homes date to the 1950s, when the neighborhood was established. The narrow streets are bordered by strips of paved sidewalk, with patches of palm trees here and there. Though lot sizes run small, many properties include shaded carports and driveways to minimize on-street parking.Days at Digby Park
Digby Park allows local kids to run around and meet up with friends near the primary school on Virgilian Street. The park benefited greatly from the recent Neighborhood Cares Initiative Community Day, with volunteers cleaning up the green space to make it more welcoming and enjoyable for area youth.Student life on Virgilian Street
Most kids who live in Pines Village start at KIPP East Community Primary School on Virgilian Street. The primary school teaches students from pre-kindergarten through fourth grade and gets a C-minus from Niche. Others might attend KIPP Morial, several blocks east of the neighborhood, from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. KIPP Morial gets a C from Niche. Next comes George Washington Carver High School, which is in nearby Desire and gets a B-minus.Riding the RTA
It takes about 20 minutes to drive into downtown New Orleans from Pines Village. Residents who don’t have access to a car can utilize the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA) bus system, which stops at several spots on Downman and Dwyer Roads. A suburban train line also runs out of Lakefront Airport Station at the junction of Downman and Hayne Boulevard. The train journey downtown usually takes 40 minutes to an hour. While Pines Village is close to Lake Pontchartrain, the New Orleans Lakefront Airport prevents residents from seeing much of it.Down on Downman Road
Residents find most of the neighborhood’s retail and dining options on Downman Road, a thoroughfare parallel to the canal. The Bunny Bread Thrift Store allows locals to buy Bunny products and other groceries without dropping a ton of dough, and C-Style Pralines highlights the sweet and nutty confection that’s a New Orleans trademark. Chicken wing enthusiasts can opt for all flats, all drums or a mixture of both at LeRoux’s Chicken Shack. There’s also a Dollar General for essential household items, and the Winn-Dixie on Chef Menteur Highway has an extensive grocery selection.Crime
The CAP Index gives Pines Village a crime score much higher than the national average. While high crime rates affect New Orleans in general, these numbers are concerning even within that framework. Lack of opportunity is a driving factor, given that the median household income in Pines Village hovers around $21,000 — significantly below the national average of $70,000. Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently established the Violent Crime Reduction Task Force to detect and deter violent acts in the city, and the NEO’s recent focus on Pines Village emphasizes the city’s awareness of the poverty affecting the neighborhood.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Patrice Poree
Patrice Poree
Paidyn Realty
(504) 290-0227
54 Total Sales
1 in Pines Village
$25,000 Price
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Diana Parsons
Diana Parsons
LATTER & BLUM (LATT01)
(504) 608-6342
69 Total Sales
1 in Pines Village
$40,000 Price
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Aimeé (Amay) Curole
Aimeé (Amay) Curole
23 Realty, LLC
(504) 226-5286
134 Total Sales
1 in Pines Village
$22,500 Price
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Jiarra Rayford
Jiarra Rayford
Responds QuicklyRayford Realty NOLA LLC
(504) 384-7644
61 Total Sales
1 in Pines Village
$198,000 Price
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Nicole Flot
Nicole Flot
Responds QuicklyUniversal Care Realty
(504) 332-8781
78 Total Sales
3 in Pines Village
$155K - $192K Price Range
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Brenda Johnson
BJ
Brenda Johnson
Responds QuicklyJ. C. Realty
(504) 226-7715
19 Total Sales
1 in Pines Village
$290,000 Price
Schools
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- 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Charter
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Digby Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Harris Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Pradat Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Pool
Kenilworth Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Peace Playspot
- Playground
Robert Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/15/2015
Niche Review
We just plain have no safety.
5/15/2015
Niche Review
It is hot and humid but is prone to flooding in heavy rain or hurricane.
7/28/2016
Niche Review
I believe the area could be a little more safer. The police should be around more and the street lights could be much brighter throughout the neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Pines Village | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Pines Village Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pines Village, New Orleans sell after 99 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Pines Village, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $145,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$148,000
Median Sale Price
$145,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$145,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$90,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$75,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$97
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
579
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1970
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,500
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,302
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,352
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
878
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,400 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 750 Sq Ft
- 4228 Downman Rd
- Unit 4 - Upstairs Unit
- New Orleans, LA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,895
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$16,588
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$34,023
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.6%
College Graduates
9.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
% Population in Labor Force
40%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
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®
49
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Pontchartrain Park
A quiet, laid-back residential community with a strong sense of history
Desire Area
A disconnected corner of the Upper Ninth Ward is being reconnected with services
Saint Anthony
Minutes from Lake Pontchartrain, a revived New Orleans residential community
Gentilly Terrace
A vibrant and long-standing neighborhood in Gentilly
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