New Orleans’ French Quarter is likely the most well-known of all the neighborhoods in town. The neighborhood is bounded by Esplanade Avenue, Canal and North Rampart streets, and the Mississippi River. Iconic local landmarks including the US Mint, French Market, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, and Moon Walk (named not for an astronaut but deceased local political icon “Moon” Landrieu) lie within this neighborhood.
The Vieux Carre neighborhood is older than the United States itself, dating back to the cusp of the 17th century when the French Quarter was born as a meager stretch of roughly 40 square blocks. Rife with the mystery of hundreds of years, the French Quarter abounds with stories of sailors, pirates, musicians, and Voodoo queens. Certainly fascinating for its myriad of architectural styles, restaurants, and nightlife, the French Quarter’s history is alive and well, blooming and thriving, like flowers in the neighborhood’s many secret gardens, amongst the wild revelry.
Much of this history is kept alive through the work of The Historic New Orleans Collection, headquartered on Royal Street. The HNOC functions as both a museum and research center. The Louisiana History Galleries are only one section of the HNOC’s work but this collection of permanent exhibits on Louisiana history is a must-see for residents and visitors alike.
The French Quarter is known to be party central in New Orleans all year round. There is to-die-for antique and art shopping along Royal Street, masquerade shopping on St. Ann, and of course, there is always Bourbon Street for rousing and carousing any day of the year. Not to be forgotten is Harrah’s Casino, which borders the French Quarter at Canal Street.
Though fine dining may not be one’s first thought at the mention of Bourbon Street, the Red Fish Grill on is worthy of changing some minds. Proprietor Ralph Brennan, of the Brennan Restaurant dynasty, serves up incredible Gulf seafood dishes including, of course, redfish.
Galatoire’s Restaurant, also on Bourbon Street, has been a New Orleans staple for more than 100 years. As one might imagine of such an institution, tradition at this establishment is as rich as the food.
If you want to be near the excitement of downtown, but don’t want to live in the middle of all of the noise that French Quarter living affords, you might prefer Canterbury Square apartments in Metairie, LA. This beautiful apartment community is just minutes from downtown New Orleans, but these two bedroom town house style apartments offer peaceful luxury with the styling of a French Quarter condo. This community features large patios, beautiful New Orleans style courtyards, two swimming pools and a playground area.
Louisiana’s state capital, Baton Rouge, is a wonderful city for families, students and young couples alike. Baton Rouge or “Red Stick” hosts activities for all ages, making it a great place to start a family.
Whether you’re a resident of one of our Baton Rouge apartment communities or a visitor, there’s always something fun to do in Louisiana’s capital city.
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Baton Rouge is home to a plethora of world-renowned museums.
Baton Rouge, like the rest of Louisiana, is home to a fantastic food culture. To learn more, consult our Baton Rouge dining guide.
Being the state’s capital and a huge college town, Baton Rouge has some great bars and night clubs.
All of these attractions and more make Baton Rouge an incredible place to live. 1st lake has several beautiful properties in the area.
Lake Towers is nestled right in the middle of downtown Baton Rouge in the historic Spanish Town community. Lake Towers offers a peaceful option to downtown living with its gated lakefront location. As a resident you can enjoy an updated kitchen, appliances, and a washer and dryer. You have full access to the fitness center, private pool and gazebo overlooking Capital Lakes. Become a Lake Towers resident today.
The Regency Club Baton Rouge apartments are unlike any other in community in the city. This apartment community boasts a beautiful open floor plan, wood-burning fireplaces and private patios and balconies. As a resident, you have full access to the state of the art fitness center, swimming pools, tennis courts and sand volleyball court. The Regency Club is conveniently located near all of the best Baton Rouge attractions.
Spring Brook is yet another beautiful apartment community in Baton Rouge. Spring Brook fits a wide variety of needs with five separate floor plans. Each apartment has either a patio, additional storage or a balcony. As a resident, you will enjoy a huge chef-style kitchen and spacious bathrooms. During downtown, work out in the fitness center, swim in the pool or relax in the hot tub. Spring Brook also offers fully furnished extended stay options.
If any of these Baton Rouge apartment communities interest you, please apply for a lease today!
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A matter such as etiquette in the internet age may seem as antiquated and esoteric a matter as ancient equestrian fashion, yet in today’s fast-paced world where more interactions take place than ever, perhaps politeness isn’t so irrelevant after all.
Dirty Laundry
A shared laundry facility is an oasis for interacting in an apartment complex. As such, it is important to exercise etiquette to facilitate a more pleasant living situation for everyone. One commonly encountered problem relates to space. Remove laundered clothes from machines as soon as possible to alleviate laundry room congestion. If all the machines are occupied when you arrive, there comes a temptation to remove clothes from a machine to use it. Before resorting to that, however, wait 15 or 30 minutes to see if the owner returns to remove their clothes. If you’re under a time crunch and have allowed ample time for the owner to return, it may be okay to remove clothing from a machine but only if a basket or bag is available, sitting on top of the machine for example.
Noise Pollution
Be it late-night band practice or a vocal pet, chronic neighborly is one of the most difficult problems to navigate for the renter. Even though renters are not permanent residents, it is still uncomfortable to touch on a sensitive subject such as noise pollution. The best course of action for just about any small dispute is, of course, to talk with the offending party. Ask your neighbor to end practice by a certain hour of the evening and try to work out a schedule.
Pet Peeves
Everyone loves a puppy! Except perhaps those neighbors whose lawns are used as puppy potties, that is. If you have a neighbor allowing their pet to run wild, first discuss the matter with your neighbor. Some problems, such as a very young dog in training, can’t really be helped. Lawn pottying, however, is not one of those issues. If a polite discussion does not resolve the matter, renters should consider consulting their condominium board or landlord in regard to the matter.
Spring is finally here and that means change and new beginnings, not only with the weather, but in your own apartment, too. Part of making room for the new is getting rid of the old, and one of the best ways to do that is to take inventory of your possessions and evaluate what you want to keep and what your don’t really use anymore that you can pass on to others in need. After you’ve gone through your drawers and closets and sorted your discarded items in a donation section, decide where and how to give them away. Use these places below for ideas.
Shelters – Community shelters in your area are a great option to donate your clothes and household items. Shelters can always use donations and there will always be people who are in need of clothing and other items.
Online – We live in a digital era where most things are done online. Freecycle, Craigslist and EBay are free and easy online tools to use to give away your old clothes or appliances. You can manage the entire process by listing the items you want to give away for free or sell, and coordinate your own shipping or delivery.
Clothing Swaps – Another great way to pass on your unwanted items to someone who might be happy to take them, plus discover some new treasure of your own, is to participate a clothing swap. A clothing swap is a gathering of people who all contribute clothing that doesn’t fit or that they don’t need anymore, and anyone can take someone else’s clothing if they choose. If you don’t know of anyone having one, host your own and invite family and friends!
Salvation Army – The Salvation Army is always a great option that accepts all types of donations to sell for a discounted price to underprivileged people, or anyone looking for a bargain. Check your area for Salvation Army drop-off locations.
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Louisiana’s Northshore is full of unique and beautiful communities nestled away from the fast-paced lifestyle of the city.
Mandeville is located in St. Tammany Parish right on Lake Ponchartrain. Explore its beautiful homes, views, parks and restaurants with our handy guide!
Among all of the Northshore communities, Mandeville is the place for nature lovers. Mandeville is famous for its community involvement and abundance of outdoor activities. If you love the outdoors, Mandeville is the place for you!
This 2,800 acre park follows the shoreline of Lake Pontchartrain. A perfect spot for a family outing, Fontainebleau offers a small beach for swimming and sunbathing, bike and nature trails, campgrounds and more! Have a family barbecue or set up camp and stay the weekend. Fontainbleau is one of Mandeville’s most impressive attractions.
Once a railroad track, Tammany Trace is now a 31-mile paved nature trail unifying the Northshore. Tammany Trace is frequented by bikers, bladers and hikers alike. Both a tourist attraction and a local favorite, Tammany Trace has transformed the Mandeville experience and is definitely worth experiencing.
In the heart of the city lies the Mandeville Trailhead. This thriving spot is where you’ll find the weekly community market, amphitheater, and the Tammany Trace historical, environmental, and cultural interpretive center. The Trailhead is also host to a variety of special community events including a live concert series on Fridays. It’s a great place to pack a picnic, bring a blanket, and gather your family and friends!
This 400 acre center provides an unparalleled nature experience. As a visitor, you can explore a pond-swamp, a pine-hardwood forest and a hardwood forest. The cypress swamp area is home to several beavers and you can see their dams from the boardwalks!
Nuvolari’s is a local favorite. Known for an Italian menu with a Southern Louisiana flare, it’s a great place to celebrate a life event or just grab drinks with some friends.
Rusty Pelican is a no-frills eating establishment. Dine on anything from salads and burgers to a crab cake basket! One thing’s for sure, you won’t be disappointed.
LaLou has a little something for everybody. Whether you’re an eggs Benedict lover or a pasta connoisseur, LoLou is your brunch spot. Everything on the menu is rich and flavorful, and you’ll love the atmosphere of this Old Mandeville gem!
Owned by a born-and-raised New Orleanian, Liz’s Where Ya’t Diner has a New Orleans feel in a tranquil environment. This is quite possibly the best breakfast in town!
More and more, individuals are being drawn to the Mandeville area, but may feel there aren’t homes available at a reasonable cost. While this may be true for some private homes and small communities, there are options in Mandeville area that you can be comfortable with without breaking the bank.
Consider a community like Grand Palms. Grand Palms is just minutes from the Mandeville Trailhead and offers two swimming pools, a covered picnic area and a playground for the best price on the Northshore. In keeping with the Mandeville appeal, this community has been newly renovated and features 1 and 2 bedroom rentals in a variety of unique and spacious floor plans.
Grand Palms is located near interstate 12 and the Causeway Toll Plaza, making this incredible community just minutes from Metairie and only 30 minutes from Downtown New Orleans, where you’ll find a variety of additional shopping, dining and nightlife!
Move in today for as little as $125, and lock in our low prices with a 15 month lease! Call today for more information 888-822-9332.
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