New Orleans metro, LA relocation guide
Moving to Avondale, LA
About Avondale
Avondale is a Westbank census-designated place with roughly 5,000 residents, best known as the former home of the Avondale Shipyard — once one of the nation's largest shipbuilders, now redeveloped as the Avondale Global Gateway logistics hub. Set along the Mississippi River near Waggaman, it is a small river community transitioning toward industrial-logistics employment.
Home prices in Avondale
The median listing price in Avondale is $169,000.
Top places in Avondale
- Avondale Global Gateway — redeveloped shipyard logistics terminal on the river.
- Mississippi River batture and levee.
- Nearby Waggaman and Bridge City neighborhoods.
- Huey P. Long Bridge — landmark Mississippi crossing.
Commuting from Avondale
- Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 25 minutes (approximate; ~15 miles via the Huey P. Long Bridge and US 90).
- Main route: US 90 over the Huey P. Long Bridge, then Earhart Expressway/I-10.
Schools in Avondale
Public schools: Jefferson Parish Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Avondale FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Avondale, LA?
The median listing price in Avondale is $169,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Avondale, LA?
Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 25 minutes (approximate; ~15 miles via the Huey P. Long Bridge and US 90). - Which school district serves Avondale, LA?
Avondale is served by Jefferson Parish Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.