Question 1

Is New Orleans, LA 70116 or New Orleans, LA 70118 cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

New Orleans, LA 70116 is cheaper. The median home price in New Orleans, LA 70116 is approximately $391,800 and in New Orleans, LA 70118 it is approximately $425,200 — a difference of $33,400.

Question 2

Is New Orleans, LA 70116 or New Orleans, LA 70118 safer?

Accepted Answer

New Orleans, LA 70118 scores higher on safety. New Orleans, LA 70116 has violent crime rated High and property crime rated Moderate. New Orleans, LA 70118 has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated Moderate.

Question 3

Is New Orleans, LA 70116 or New Orleans, LA 70118 more walkable?

Accepted Answer

New Orleans, LA 70118 is more walkable. New Orleans, LA 70116 has a Walk Score of 61/100 and New Orleans, LA 70118 has a Walk Score of 62/100.

Question 4

Which has better schools, New Orleans, LA 70116 or New Orleans, LA 70118?

Accepted Answer

New Orleans, LA 70118 has higher-rated schools. New Orleans, LA 70116 has a school rating of 6.9/10 and New Orleans, LA 70118 has a rating of 7/10.

Question 5

Should I live in New Orleans, LA 70116 or New Orleans, LA 70118?

Accepted Answer

Both Lakefront and another neighborhood in New Orleans share similar concerns with affordability and safety, but if you prioritize riverfront views and a shorter commute, Lakefront might be a slightly better choice. However, if you prefer a more lively cultural scene and don't mind the increased commute, the other area might be more suitable. Ultimately, both neighborhoods are high-risk, high-reward options that require careful consideration.

Category	New Orleans, LA 70116	New Orleans, LA 70118
Housing
Verdict	Think twice	Think twice
Median Price	$392K ✓ Lower price	$425K
Median Rent	$1K ✓ Lower rent	$1K
Median Income	$43K	$61K ✓ Higher income
Price Volatility	Moderate ✓ More stable	High
Getting Around
Walk Score	61/100	62/100 ✓ More walkable
Transit Score	33/100	35/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	76/100 ✓ More bikeable	N/A
Commute	20 min	15 min ✓ Shorter commute
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	F	D+ ✓ Safer
Violent Crime	High	Moderate ✓ Lower risk
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Moderate	Good ✓ Cleaner air
Community
Schools	6.9/10	7/10 ✓ Better schools
Best for	Culture loversNightlife seekersRemote workers	Young professionals looking for nightlifePeople who want riverfront viewsThose who drive and need a short commute to downtown

New Orleans, LA 70116 vs New Orleans, LA 70118

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