Old Aurora, New Orleans, LA

Old Aurora Neighborhood Guide New Orleans, LA

About

Old Aurora is a diverse neighborhood located in the Algiers district of New Orleans, Louisiana. It offers the charm of Southern living with tree-lined streets and a mix of historic and new homes. The neighborhood has direct access to the General De Gaulle Drive, a major thoroughfare connecting to both local amenities and downtown New Orleans. It also overlooks the mighty Mississippi River, offering beautiful river views from many points.

What You Will Love About Old Aurora, New Orleans, Louisiana

  • Residents enjoy its suburban tranquility combined with quick, easy access to the vibrant city life of downtown New Orleans.
  • The Mississippi River proximity offers beautiful vistas and opportunities for fishing and boating.
  • Close-knit community spirit in Old Aurora, marked by neighborhood events and gatherings.

What’s Nearby

Old Aurora is just a short drive from the French Quarter, the heart of New Orleans, famous for its vibrant nightlife, colorful buildings, and lively music scenes. The neighborhood is also near the Algiers Ferry, a popular mode of transportation offering scenic views of the skyline and access to the east bank of the river.

Lifestyle

Old Aurora boasts a laid-back suburban lifestyle with the added benefit of city convenience. The riverfront offers a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities, and neighborhood eateries offer a taste of local cuisine. Community events foster a tight-knit, friendly atmosphere, while the neighborhood's close proximity to the city center allows for easy access to all that New Orleans has to offer.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 66 restaurants, 11 grocery stores, and 4 parks within a mile of the Old Aurora neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Tiger Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.6 miles

    3450 Kabel Dr

  • SHOPPING
    Algiers Plaza

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    0.7 miles

    4100 General Degaulle Dr

  • GROCERY
    Winn-Dixie

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.7 miles

    3008 Holiday Dr

  • SERVICES
    Alg Cigarette Discount

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Tobacco Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station

    0.8 miles

    5101 General Degaulle Dr

  • GROCERY
    Rouses Markets

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.9 miles

    4001 General Degaulle Dr

  • GROCERY
    T & T Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.9 miles

    6419 General Meyer Ave

Old Aurora Apartments and Rentals

34 Rental properties in Old Aurora, New Orleans, LA.

  • The Mayfair Apartment Homes property

    $1,279+

    The Mayfair Apartment Homes

    1–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    737–1872 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Forest Isle Apartments property

    Contact for Price

    Forest Isle Apartments

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    536–1350 Sqft

    Not Available

  • Riverview Villa property

    $1,000+

    Riverview Villa

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    700–900 Sqft

    4 Units Available

  • Oak Villa II property

    $748

    Oak Villa II

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    621–888 Sqft

    Available Now

  • 3352 Plymouth Pl property

    $1,800

    3352 Plymouth Pl

    3 Beds • 2 Baths

    1350 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 3608 Meadow Park Ln #TULLI property

    $1,895

    3608 Meadow Park Ln #TULLI

    4 Beds • 2 Baths

    1261 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
15%
49%
utilities
1.5%
25.7%
food
0.3%
2.6%
transportation
0.2%
6.3%
healthcare
3.9%
9.8%

Old Aurora Demographics

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Old Aurora Reviews

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  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 3 of 3 renters

  • Area Has Kids Play Outside

    Yes

    Say 3 of 3 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 2 of 3 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 2 of 3 renters

  • Near Highways

    Yes

    Say 2 of 3 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 2 of 3 renters

Old Aurora Transportation

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Car-Dependent

41/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Somewhat Bikeable

45/100
Bike Score®

Old Aurora Schools