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$264,950Median listing price
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About Meraux
Meraux is a residential census-designated place in St. Bernard Parish between Chalmette and Violet, with roughly 10,000 residents.
Home prices in Meraux
The median listing price in Meraux is $264,950.
Top places in Meraux
- Sidney D. Torres Memorial Park — parish park with sports fields (on the Meraux/Chalmette line).
- Meraux Foundation parklands — green space donated for community and school use.
- Judge Perez Drive commercial corridor — local dining and services.
- Mississippi River–Gulf Outlet (MRGO) closure area — now a recreational waterway corridor for fishing and boating nearby.
Commuting from Meraux
- Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 15–20 minutes (approximate; roughly 10 miles via St. Bernard Highway/Judge Perez Drive).
- Main routes: Judge Perez Drive (LA 39) west to Chalmette and onward to the Claiborne Expressway.
- Public transit: SBURT bus service along Judge Perez Drive connects to New Orleans.
Schools in Meraux
Public schools: St. Bernard 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.
Meraux FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Meraux, LA?
The median listing price in Meraux is $264,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Meraux, LA?
Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 15–20 minutes (approximate; roughly 10 miles via St. Bernard Highway/Judge Perez Drive). - Which school district serves Meraux, LA?
Meraux is served by St. Bernard 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.