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Big Easy culture and history
Originally a plantation owned by the Marigny de Mandeville family, the Marigny became one of the Crescent City’s earliest faubourgs (French for suburb) just downriver from the original city. Today, the Marigny (mare-en-ee) is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, as are several of its centuries-old structures. Some still associate the New Orleans neighborhood with Marlon Brando screaming "Stella" — Tennessee Williams set "A Streetcar Named Desire” in what was then the working-class Creole and immigrant neighborhood — but this dense collage of character now shows the quieter, quainter side of the city’s rich downriver culture and history, paired with the legendary music scene on Frenchmen Street. "Picture colorful shotgun doubles with jazz music in the air. You're close to the French Quarter, but not right in the action," says Realtor Brittany Huenecke of Keller Williams Realty New Orleans. "It's very much the Big Easy lifestyle."
Unique homes in full bloom
In the Marigny, bright colors bloom in every direction. Neighborhood streets follow a curve in the river, bending like a knuckle and causing a bit of confusion for drivers navigating the oneways and mouthy potholes. Street parking is relatively reliable, but the Marigny is gloriously walkable, and a stroll through its streets remains one of the city’s great joys. Walls of jasmine stand among a menagerie of colorful homes, including ultimate examples of Creole cottages and antebellum shotguns. The city has strict regulations in place for renovations of historic homes, but that’s part of the allure. "Most people in these neighborhoods appreciate having that historic charm," Huenecke says. That also means higher prices: Move-in-ready homes can start around $350,000, sometimes going into the millions, primarily depending on square footage. Many homeowners, especially first-timers, overcome the high cost by renting out the other side of their double shotgun. "Owner occupancy is big here," Huenecke says. "It's nice to have that help with the mortgage."
Community in Washington Square
The French Quarter ends and the Marigny begins on Esplanade Avenue, a canopied boulevard lined with magnificent two- and three-story homes. Crossing Esplanade is a step too far for some but not all tourists, giving Marigny residents a little room to maneuver in the crowded Crescent City. Merely a half mile from the bustle and booziness of Bourbon Street, Washington Square sits in the heart of the neighborhood. The small treelined park is ripe for picnics and playdates at the playground, offering a calm respite thanks to its dense perimeter of old-growth oaks and fragrant flowers. For riverfront access, a footbridge jumps over the freight-train tracks and spills onto Crescent Park, a well-maintained waterfront park — a welcome attempt by the city to reclaim the riverfront for its residents.
'Local's Bourbon Street' brims with culture
Jutting off from Washington Square Park, the famed Frenchmen Street serves as the Marigny’s main strip. "It used to be described as the local's Bourbon Street," Huenecke says. These days, however, more and more tourists make it their temporary home. The famed street now features a few middling restaurants, a record shop, reliable fried chicken and Frenchmen Art & Books, an extremely solid bookstore. Once the sun goes down — or earlier; this is New Orleans, after all — the amps turn up. Small, densely packed standbys like Blue Nile and d.b.a. pull a crowd any day of the week, although music on the strip can now be more wedding venue than Preservation Hall. Still, locals pull up on the right day at the right time, like Tuesdays at the Royal Frenchmen, where trumpeter Ashlin Parker leads the unmissable Trumpet Mafia.
Parades, bazaars and opera house concerts
For all the drinking done in New Orleans, food options downriver aren’t as plentiful as one might imagine. Locals say the food scene hasn’t fully recovered from Katrina, and the pandemic wrought havoc on a city that runs on people in proximity. Still, the Marigny has a few gems, and adventurous eateries are on the rise in nearby Bywater. Budsi’s puts out arguably the best Thai food in the city, including a few funky, fermented dishes on a fearless menu. Paladar 511 gives the neighborhood a modern flair with elegant, understated Italian, and Robért’s Fresh Market does groceries. Even during so-called slow periods — the rare week when there isn’t a festival, parade or party in New Orleans — the Frenchman Art Bazaar stays open until midnight, giving local artists and artisans a place to show off their wares. The Marigny Opera House hosts frequent concerts and performances, making space for the city’s bourgeoning dance scene in a beautiful, restored church. And in another restored church — a running theme in the city as it modernizes — Hotel Peter and Paul serves as a gathering place for performances and community yoga.
Buses and a bikeshare while the streetcar recovers
Streetcars once sprawled across New Orleans, but car culture, Katrina and the collapse of the huge Hard Rock Hotel further devastated the moribund industry. A few uptown lines still exist, most famously on St. Charles Avenue, but downriver communities like the Marigny and Bywater are still waiting on a revived streetcar, supposedly coming soon. In the meantime, the neighborhood features a few bus lines on Elysian Fields and North Rampart, and the Blue Bikes bikeshare program is a quick way to e-bike around town.
Charter schools nearby
Students in the Marigny typically attend grades K-8 at KIPP Leadership Academy, a public charter school that earns a score of D from Niche. For grades 9-12, most students attend Frederick A. Douglass High School, a B-minus rated charter school located down the street in Bywater.
Les Bon Temps
With community events, festivals and parades all year long, the Marigny indulges in its fair share of revelry, especially during the joyful madness of Carnival season and its main attraction, Mardi Gras, a city-consuming event that attracts locals and out-of-towners alike. But most weekdays, the Marigny’s main coffeeshop and bakery, Ayu, helps keep things quiet on the corner, and locals appreciate the calmer vibe than the craziness of the Quarter.
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On average, homes in Marigny, New Orleans sell after 104 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Marigny, New Orleans over the last 12 months is $418,000, down 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Nestled in the heart of New Orleans, this stunning property at 30 Chartres St combines historic charm with modern amenities. Featuring a beautifully designed exterior and elegant architectural details, this home captures the essence of the vibrant French Quarter. Inside, you’ll find spacious living areas adorned with hardwood floors and high ceilings, providing a warm and inviting ambiance.The
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a coveted HMC-1 zoned property in the heart of the Marigny Triangle, just steps from vibrant Frenchmen Street and minutes to the French Quarter. This distinctive property offers strong income-producing potential, featuring two updated 1-bedroom/1-bath units plus a spacious 2-bedroom/1-bath owner’s residence at the rear. This property is very versatile on its
Located in one of the most walkable neighborhoods in the city, this charming 558 sq ft condo offers effortless living with access to Crescent City Park, a vibrant array of local cafes, and many beloved restaurants just steps away. Nestled in a historic building, this 1/2 shotgun-style unit features soaring high ceilings and an open-concept kitchen and living area, ideal for entertaining or
Located in one of the most walkable neighborhoods in the city, this charming 558 sq ft condo offers effortless living with access to Crescent City Park, a vibrant array of local cafes, and many beloved restaurants just steps away. Nestled in a historic building, this 1/2 shotgun-style unit features soaring high ceilings and an open-concept kitchen and living area, ideal for entertaining or
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Elegant 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment full of New Orleans charm. Enjoy refinished hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, generous closets, and the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer. A private deck offers the perfect outdoor retreat. Ideally located within walking or biking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, and live music. Tenant pays utilities. Pets allowed with $300 nonrefundable
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