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LaPlace is a city in St. John the Baptist Parish with a population of about 29,000 in the New Orleans metropolitan area. It is known for its outdoor adventures, with a location on the banks of the Mississippi River that makes it ideal for all kinds of Louisiana-style fun.

A steady local economy, affordable cost of living, and a variety of schools choices make it a great place to live.

What to Do in LaPlace

With close proximity to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico, you can enjoy amazing seafood in LaPlace. Visit Frenier Landing for a casual restaurant with amazing food and outdoor dining. Off the Dock and Pier 51 are also excellent choices for fresh seafood and Southern hospitality.

Every year in October, LaPlace hosts the Andouille Festival. For three days you can enjoy cooking competitions, local arts and crafts, live music, and amazing food.

Take a tour with Louisiana River Parishes to see the history of riverfront plantations along the Mississippi River from New Orleans to Baton Rouge.

Wild Louisiana Tours offers the best ways to explore the swamps in the area. This small, family-run company offers kayak tours of the swamps, landscape photography workshops, and fishing charters. They offer a high-end outdoor adventure experience.

Cajun Pride Swamp Tours is also located in LaPlace and offers its guests an unforgettable, thrilling adventure at their wildlife refuge.

Why People Love Living in LaPlace

LaPlace offers a strong job market with career opportunities in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, manufacturing, petroleum, retail, sugarcane, and technology. The Port of South Louisiana is headquartered in LaPlace, which is part of what keeps the local economy steady. South Louisiana is the largest tonnage port district in the western hemisphere.

People also love living in LaPlace because of its location. Living here offers opportunities to enjoy swamp adventures and all the fun of Louisiana's great outdoors while being close to the excitement and convenience of New Orleans.

Residents of LaPlace praise the peace and quiet of the area, which offers a slow-paced lifestyle set outside the hustle and bustle of New Orleans. LaPlace is also known to be one of the most affordable suburbs of New Orleans, without sacrificing the quality of life.

LaPlace Schools

Public schools in LaPlace are regarded highly and are a part of St. John the Baptist Parish Public Schools.

Families can also choose from a list of excellent private schools in LaPlace, including some of the top private schools in the state.

LaPlace Real Estate

LaPlace is filled with a variety of real estate choices. Single-family homes are the most prevalent type of property available, with a wide range of sizes and styles to fit any preference and budget. Many are within walking distance from the Mississippi River.

There are also some condos in LaPlace, but they are in limited supply. Small single-family homes in LaPlace are affordable compared to the national average.

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