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An established community on the West Bank
Whitney is an established Algiers neighborhood with a lot of of new development. It's located on the West Bank and is just 5 miles east of New Orleans' Central Business District and 7 miles east of the French Quarter. “It's a great place for people who want to experience the things that make New Orleans great without having to deal with the noise,” says Cody Stringer, a realtor with Reve Realtors who has sold more than 50 homes in the neighborhood over the past five years. Chief among this growing neighborhoods' advantages is a variety of transportation routes, but it's also a prime location for accessing many of the city's major cultural celebrations.
Organized blocks define the easy to navigate layout of Whitney.
Whitney commuters heading downtown can also enjoy a ferry ride with their bicycle in tow.
Enjoy riverfront living in Whitney, just across from New Orleans.
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Modern shotguns, French Colonials and craftsman
Despite the area being over 300 years old, most of the homes in the neighborhood are new builds. When a fire swept the area in 1985, it forced the community to rebuild. While homes slowly popped up years after the fire, this community has seen a rapid increase in developments over the past decade.
“There’s quite a bit of new, really good developments,” Stringer says. Staying true to the famous New Orleans architectural style, the most common houses are double shotguns, French Colonial duplexes, and Craftsmans. Most homes are painted bright beach tones, which pair well with these eclectic New Orleans architectural styles. Roads are wide enough to accommodate street parking, but many houses on wider lots have driveways leading to detached garages. Most homes are separated by just a few feet.
The homes in Whitney are designed to withstand flooding, often built on stilts or raised platforms. Smaller houses in need of some TLC sell between $65,000 and $150,000, while move-in-ready options range from $200,000 to $600,000.
Orange, purple, and yellow, all make an appearance on these newly appointed homes in Whitney.
You'll find some of the more historic homes in Whitney lifted up on stilts.
Neoclassical revivals decorate this street in Whitney.
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The Algiers Ferry Terminal and Crescent City Connection
The Crescent City Connection borders the southern end of this neighborhood, offering residents quick and easy access to downtown NOLA. Also nearby is the Algiers Ferry Terminal, located just 1.5 miles from the neighborhood. The city of New Orleans offers 30 routes via The Regional Transit Authority, with several bus stops in Whitney. Paved bike lanes and sidewalks are also common, making commuting simple for residents. “The homes are a great value for the convenience you get,” Stringer says. “People who work downtown have immediate access without having to live in the middle of it.”
Whitney offers residents public bus transportation with stops throughout the neighborhood.
Whitney commuters have a short ride downtown after hopping onto the highway over the river.
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Algiers Point Bonfire and Mardi Gras
Whitney residents attend the Algiers Holiday Bonfire and Concert annually. Known as the largest public event in Algiers and the only holiday bonfire in New Orleans, this free event features live music, food from local vendors, and shopping from local artisans. There’s also the annual Algiers Mardi Gras Festival, which celebrates carnival season and all its traditions. Starting at the intersection of Lamarques Street and L. B. Landry, this celebration features floats to promote local music, food and New Orleans culture. Locals don’t have to go far to enjoy the New Orleans annual 4th of July fireworks display, which can be viewed from either side of the Mississippi.
Elan Academy and LB Landry High School
Kids in Whitney attend schools within the Orleans Parish School District, where students are placed based on school availability rather than geographical location. Pre-K through 8th grade students in Whitney can attend Élan Academy, a public charter school with a C-plus Niche rating and a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Going into ninth grade, students can attend LB Landry High School, a public charter school with a C-minus Niche rating. The high school's extracurricular programs include a STEM club, the National Honors Society and Just Keep Livin’, a fitness program designed to empower students to lead active lives.
Shopping at Oakwood Center
Whitney residents head south to Westbank and Terry Parkway to shop at Oakwood Center, a mall in the adjacent neighborhood of Terrytown. For fresh meat, produce and other household essentials, there's a Rouses Market located in Terrytown. River Fine Foods is a local favorite that sells groceries and hot food, including their signature po-boy and fried chicken. Dozens of restaurants and cafes can also be found in Algiers Point, just west of Whitney. Dry Dock Café, Crown & Anchor English Pub and Congregation Coffee Roasters are just a few popular spots.
Walking and biking along the levee
Stringer says that many residents spend time walking and biking along the levee, enjoying the view of the Mississippi River, and soaking in the Louisiana sun. Although Whitney does not have any parks within its boundaries, Delcazal Park is a half-mile walk from the neighborhood. Located in the adjacent neighborhood of Behrman, the Morris FX Jeff Sr. Park offers a playground, as well as a football field, track, and green spaces for soccer.
Whitney residents enjoy riding along the riverwalk.
Whitney residents have access to local fields for sporting activities.
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Flood concerns and highway noise
Whitney has an elevated risk for flooding, according to Flood Factor. This has largely been an issue for many years, so most homes are built to withstand the effects of flash flooding, but homeowners should still ensure they have a solid, reliable flood insurance policy. Residents closest to the Crescent City Connection also deal with elevated noise pollution.
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On average, homes in Whitney, New Orleans sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Whitney, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $299,000, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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