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About Convent
Convent is the parish seat of St. James Parish — a small east-bank census-designated place with a few hundred residents along the River Road.
Home prices in Convent
Home prices in Convent vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Convent
- Manresa House of Retreats — 1831 Jefferson College campus on the river.
- Mississippi River Road plantation corridor.
- Zen-Noh grain terminal (working river landmark).
Commuting from Convent
- Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 55 minutes (approximate; ~52 miles via LA 44 to I-10).
- Main route: River Road (LA 44) to I-10 east.
Schools in Convent
Public schools: St. James 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.
Convent FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Convent, LA?
Home prices in Convent vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Convent, LA?
Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 55 minutes (approximate; ~52 miles via LA 44 to I-10). - Which school district serves Convent, LA?
Convent is served by St. James 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.