New Orleans metro, LA relocation guide
Moving to Venice, LA
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About Venice
Venice is a tiny census-designated place at the end of Highway 23 — the southernmost point in Louisiana reachable by road and the self-styled "Gateway to the Gulf." With only a few hundred residents, it is a working waterfront of marinas, sport-fishing lodges, and offshore oil service bases where the Mississippi meets the Gulf. It is world-famous among anglers for yellowfin tuna and marlin fishing, and it serves as the staging ground for Gulf offshore crews.
Home prices in Venice
Home prices in Venice vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Venice
- Venice Marina — sport-fishing marina and charter fleet, the town's economic heart.
- "Southernmost Point in Louisiana" sign — the Gateway to the Gulf marker (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Offshore oil service bases and heliports — staging for Gulf crews.
- Mississippi River's Head of Passes — nearby, where the river splits into the Gulf.
- Breton National Wildlife Refuge — offshore islands reachable by boat.
Commuting from Venice
- Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 1.5 hours (approximate; roughly 75 miles up Highway 23 through the marsh).
- Main route: Highway 23 — the only road in or out. No transit service; a car is required.
Venice FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Venice, LA?
Home prices in Venice vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Venice, LA?
Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 1.5 hours (approximate; roughly 75 miles up Highway 23 through the marsh).
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.