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An authentic picture of New Orleans' rebirth
Rebirth. It’s a word that has defined New Orleans in the two decades following its worst natural disaster. And if one were to create a poster of places that embody that rebirth, the St. Claude neighborhood belongs on it. Though the neighborhood has not yet regained its pre-Katrina population of nearly 12,000 residents, it is very much on the rebound – as of 2022, there were 2,300 more people living in St. Claude than in 2010. Why the upswing? Because this is a neighborhood that is retaining some sense of New Orleans authenticity even as gentrification encroaches. “There’s a lot more tourist activity here than there was a decade ago, but it’s definitely a local hangout space,” says artist Kate Kuen, a St. Claude resident.
Saint Claude is just minutes from Interstates 10 and 610.
Tour groups can be seen biking through St Claude.
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St. Claude Avenue a local arts mecca
St. Claude Avenue gives this neighborhood its name – and its spirit. “If the things you like are art, you have top-tier performing art, culinary art and visual art,” Kuen says. Many of the bars in the neighborhood have a stage for live performances ranging from music to comedy to drag and burlesque shows. Saturn Bar – a cosmic-themed dive with mid-century neon décor featuring an eclectic rotation of live performances – encapsulates the spirit of the neighborhood. Food options are as diverse as New Orleans itself. Jamaican Jerk House and Rosalita’s Backyard Tacos are local favorites. And few eateries capture the spirit better than Morrow’s, a Black-owned restaurant serving both classic New Orleans cuisine and traditional Korean dishes.
The Bywater Art Gallery celebrates local artists in Saint Claude.
Harold’s Plants in Saint Claude has a colorful origin story.
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Colorful, historic homes a St. Claude trademark
Along with neighboring Bywater, St. Claude is part of the Bywater Historical District. Many of the homes here must meet city regulations to preserve and protect their historic and cultural significance. These homes come in an array of styles that helped make New Orleans architecture ubiquitous and world-famous. There’s a mix of colorful Creole cottages plus a variety of shotguns – single, double and camelbacks. "They don't have restrictions on how you paint and decorate your houses,” Kuen says. “They have these beautiful homes that are neon pink, lime green, and every color under the sun.” Houses range from $165,000-$650,000, with a median price of $235,000. For those looking to build something newer, there are also a multitude of lots in the neighborhood in the mid-$30,000-$90,000 range.
Homes in Saint Claude come in many different colors.
Colorful creole cottages can be found throughout Saint Claude.
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Bunny Friend Playground entering its second century
The lone park in St. Claude, Bunny Friend Playground, commemorates its 100th year of existence in 2024. Donated to the city by a family paying tribute to their late son, Henry “Bunny” Friend, the park has a playground, baseball diamond, basketball courts, and a youth football field. Six-time Major League Baseball All-Star Rusty Staub is among the many who have played Little League baseball here. The Ellis Marsalis Center for Music and Musicians' Village are located just a few blocks from the playground.
Bunny Friend Playground opened in 1924.
The Ellis Marsalis Center for Music is a great place to further musical education in St Claude.
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A very Chewy Mardi Gras
Like any New Orleans neighborhood, St. Claude is a festive place to be during Mardi Gras season. The Krewe of Chewbaucchus parade begins here before heading through the Marigny neighborhood towards the French Quarter. As the Star Wars-inspired name suggests, the parade has a sci-fi flavor, but there’s also a unique twist: None of the floats are powered by internal combustion engines.
KIPP schools serve St. Claude students
Elementary students in the neighborhood may attend KIPP Leadership Primary School. This charter school serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, and has a C-minus rating on Niche. High school students may attend Frederick Douglass High, which has a C-plus Niche rating and is also administered by KIPP. The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts, which has full-time students in addition to courses open to students from other area high schools, is a short trip from the neighborhood in Bywater.
KIPP Leadership Primary believes kids are the change agents of the future.
Frederick A. Douglass High School is home to FDHS Early College Academy.
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Public transit options are plentiful
The neighborhood has a reputation for being pedestrian and bike-friendly in addition to offering public transportation links to the rest of the city. The NORTA No. 8 bus route runs along St. Claude Ave. towards the French Quarter and New Orleans Public Library. The No. 80 bus takes riders north to Gentilly along Desire St. At the north end of the neighborhood, the No. 84 bus runs along Galvez Ave. from Arabi to the Superdome.
Families walk the streets of St Claude.
Public transportation can be found throughout Saint Claude.
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Saint Claude Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint Claude, New Orleans sell after 115 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Saint Claude, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $172,000, down 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Creole Cottage full of charm on a corner lot in the heart of Bywater/St. Claude! Walk to the many restaurants, bars, and entertainment the area has to offer from this historic home beautifully designed with modern finishes. The first floor features a large, open living/ dining room, spacious galley kitchen with plenty of counter and cabinet space, a half bath, and primary suite with ensuite
This historic Bywater Craftsman home offers charming curb appeal from the front porch. With imaginative interior styling and well preserved architectural features this space is ready to enjoy inside your gated oasis. The side porch leads to the covered and fully screened rear porch, brick patio, and an enchanting courtyard with bonus cottage that offers multiple personal and entertaining options.
This super cute and affordable shotgun cottage features updated kitchen and baths. Its flexible floor plan is currently used as a one bedroom with an artist studio but can easily be a two bedroom with a little creativity and vision. Tucked behind a quaint, white picket fence with a gated driveway for multiple vehicles, this home also offers a lovely, private front porch perfect for morning coffee
Open the double front doors to enter this beautifully renovated home with an open floorplan that is great for entertaining and has modern fixtures throughout. It has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The primary bedroom has 2 large closets. Kitchen includes a stove, refrigerator and dishwasher. The laundry is conveniently located in the hallway. Durable laminate flooring in the common areas and
Great opportunity to own a fully occupied, 4-unit apartment building in the heart of the city. Each unit consists of 2 bedrooms and 1 bath in each unit with laundry hook-up. All units are currently rented, generating over $4,600/month in gross rental income with long-term tenants in place. Stable cash flow!
Cute 3 bed 1.5 bath home. Some updates have been done. carport + off street parking and a large workshop. X Flood Zone w/LOW Annual Flood Insurance. This property qualifies for $10,000 Grant Money/Down Payment Assistance through Local Lender.
1/2 double in the Bywater area. Central A/c/Heating Freshly painted outside and inside. Walk into hardwood flooring living area. Kitchen equipped with gas range oven and refrigerator. Beautiful granite countertops and many cabinets. 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Ceramic tile in kitchen and baths Fenced in back yard and a great front porch to enjoy your favorite beverage.Great area with
Home ready for new tenant. Spacious living area. Kitchen equipped with refrigerator and range oven. Deck in rear of home with yard for relaxing or enteraining. NO carpet Washer and dryer hook up in the last room of the home. Indoor Pets allowed 40# or lessapply at: www.rentapplication.net/latterblum-metro $50 fee
Pet-Friendly Living in Musicians’ Village with a Spacious, Gated Yard and Private DrivewaySet in Musicians’ Village—a quiet, creative-leaning pocket of the Upper Ninth Ward—this recently renovated two-bedroom, one-bath home blends neighborhood charm with quick access to Claiborne and Robertson Streets for easy commutes across the city.Bright and ModernInside, the renovation
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