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Moving to Poydras, LA
$187,500Median listing price
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About Poydras
Poydras is a small rural census-designated place in St. Bernard Parish, downriver from Violet, with roughly 2,500 residents.
Home prices in Poydras
The median listing price in Poydras is $187,500.
Top places in Poydras
- St. Bernard State Park — 358-acre riverfront park with camping, an 18-hole disc golf course, and a swimming pool (shown in the Commons entrance photo below).
- Caernarvon Freshwater Diversion — coastal restoration structure on the river nearby.
- Historic Canary Islanders Home — Isleño heritage site in Poydras (per Commons photo description).
- Poydras crevasse sites — 1922 flood history markers along the river road.
Commuting from Poydras
- Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 20–25 minutes (approximate; roughly 14 miles via St. Bernard Highway).
- Main routes: St. Bernard Highway (LA 46) west through Violet, Meraux, and Chalmette.
- Public transit: limited SBURT service; a car is effectively required.
Schools in Poydras
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.
Poydras FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Poydras, LA?
The median listing price in Poydras is $187,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Poydras, LA?
Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 20–25 minutes (approximate; roughly 14 miles via St. Bernard Highway). - Which school district serves Poydras, LA?
Poydras 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.