Monthly Archives: May 2009

Sahara Cafe – Middle Eastern Dining on the West Bank

While driving my youngest to and from school, I’ve been watching folks go in and out of the Sahara Cafe for several weeks, preparing for the launch of this new restaurant on the corner of Lapalco Blvd. and Realty Dr.  Finally, they are open for business, serving traditional Middle Eastern food in Gretna.  I met…

Harvey LA 70058: April 2009 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports

Current real estate activity in Harvey LA: 168 homes for sale High list price $789,000 Low list price $49,000 Average list price $211,216 Median list price $164,900 62 pending sales, price from $53,801 to $515,000 The homes that are active on the market have been for sale for an average of 113 days. Based on…

Don’t Forget Why We Are Free

On Monday, most of America will be gathering for BBQs in backyards or picnicking at the park or just enjoying a day off from school and work.  But don’t let the real reason for the holiday pass without taking a moment to honor the brave men and women who have given their lives in defense…

Lagniappe at the Market – Free 2009 Summer Concert Series in Westwego LA

I love going to the local farmer’s markets on the weekend and checking out the great stuff that you can find there – everything from fresh produce to local art.  So I don’t know how I managed to miss the news about Lagniappe at the Market, a free concert series that started a couple of…

SOLD!! 657 Willowbrook Drive Gretna LA 70056 | Gretna Home For Sale in Meadowbrook Subdivision

JUST LISTED! Clean, neat and move in ready in the Meadowbrook community in Gretna, 657 Willowbrook is one of the best bargains in the neighborhood. This is a great location…easy access to Belle Chasse Highway, Lapalco Blvd and Wall Blvd. means you can get anywhere on the West Bank in a flash.  It’s close to…

Terrytown and Gretna LA 70056: April 2009 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports

Current real estate activity in Terrytown and Gretna LA 70056: 167 homes for sale High list price $1,590,000 Low list price $72,000 Average list price $249,394 Median list price $180,000 44 pending sales, priced from $62,900 to $440,000 Based on the number of homes sold in April (14), there is a 11.9 month supply of…

Gretna LA 70053: April 2009 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports

Current real estate activity and homes for sale in Gretna LA: 54 homes for sale in Gretna 70053 High list price $329,000 Low list price $32,900 Average list price $157,990 Median list price $148,500 19 pending sales, priced from $19,900 to $287,000 Based on the number of homes sold in April (8), there is a…

Belle Chasse LA: April 2009 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports

Current real estate statistics for Belle Chasse LA: 55 homes for sale in Belle Chasse High list price: $1,700,000 Low list price:  $125,000 Average list price:  $413,070 Median list price:  $325,000 15 pending sales, priced from $85,000 to $439,900 The average home listed in Belle Chasse has been on the market for 132 days Based…

Happy Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day 2009 No matter who you are or where you came from…we all have a mom or someone who played the part of mom in our lives.  In honor of mothers everywhere, I wanted to share some great quotes with you: The Nice Ones God could not be everywhere and therefore he made mothers. …

National WWII Museum to Expand in New Orleans

In case you missed it, the Times-Picayune had an article this week about the big expansion to the WWII Museum that will open in November. Here’s an excerpt from it: The new complex will include an entertainment venue called the Stage Door Canteen featuring the music and dance of the Swing Era as well as…