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Kenner Area

Why Candidates Love It

Kenner offers the perfect balance of suburban comfort and metropolitan convenience. Located just minutes from downtown New Orleans and home to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, Kenner provides easy access to everything the Gulf South has to offer while maintaining a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Residents enjoy excellent schools, affordable housing options, outdoor recreation along Lake Pontchartrain and a strong sense of community rooted in Jefferson Parish traditions.

Neighborhoods & Living Options

Kenner combines established neighborhoods with modern residential developments, providing options for a variety of lifestyles and budgets.

  • A charming district featuring museums, local restaurants, community events and connections to the city's cultural heritage.

  • Neighborhoods near Lake Pontchartrain offer recreational access, walking paths, parks and scenic waterfront views.

  • Spacious homes, established subdivisions, convenient shopping and proximity to highly regarded schools make Kenner especially attractive to families.

  • Metairie, River Ridge, Harahan and Destrehan provide additional housing options with short commute times to major Ochsner facilities.

Housing options range from single-family homes and townhomes to apartments and newer residential developments, offering affordability and convenience within the Greater New Orleans market.

Transportation

  • Home to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), providing direct access to destinations across the United States and internationally.
  • Convenient access to Interstate 10, Airline Highway and major regional roadways.
  • Public transportation and rideshare services provide easy connectivity across the Greater New Orleans region.
  • Short commute times to many Ochsner facilities throughout Jefferson and Orleans Parishes.

Education (K-12)

  • Jefferson Parish offers access to highly regarded public, charter, magnet and private school options.
  • Specialty academic, STEM and advanced placement programs support diverse student interests and career pathways.
  • Families benefit from strong partnerships between schools, local businesses and community organizations.

Growing Industries

  • Expanding opportunities in Healthcare and life sciences, Aviation and airport-related services, Logistics and transportation, Manufacturing and industrial services, and Hospitality and tourism.
  • The area's proximity to the airport, port facilities and the New Orleans business corridor supports continued economic growth and career mobility.

Activities & Seasonality

Family-Friendly Recreation
• Laketown on Lake Pontchartrain offers playgrounds, fishing piers, walking paths and waterfront activities.
• Numerous community parks, sports complexes and recreation programs operate year-round.
• Easy access to New Orleans attractions, museums, festivals and professional sporting events.

Culture & Community
• Rivertown hosts cultural events, museums and seasonal celebrations.
• Local festivals, concerts and neighborhood gatherings create a strong sense of community.
• Residents enjoy close access to the renowned culinary and entertainment offerings of New Orleans while maintaining a quieter suburban lifestyle.

Ochsner Facilities in this Region

Convenient access to Ochsner Medical Center – New Orleans and Ochsner Medical Complex – Clearview

Ochsner Medical Center – Kenner