Just across the Mississippi river from downtown New Orleans, is the 60,000 resident community of Algiers - a place like no other in the city. It is the only New Orleans neighborhood with its "own" bridge, the Crescent City Connection, making it an entryway into the city. It also has its "own" ferry operation between Old Algiers Point and Canal Street, which makes it a quick 5-minute ride to downtown.

In a way, Algiers is a state of mind. It's pride in community that is evident in its manicured neighborhoods, lush green parks and tree-lined streets. There are over 30 distinct neighborhoods with active neighborhood associations. Algiers also has one of the lowest crime rates in the city.

And with quick and easy access to the New Orleans Central Business District, explosive commercial growth, rapid neighborhood development, and a growing population of young professionals and families. Algiers lives up to its reputation as New Orleans' gateway to great living.

Algiers is one of the state's most affluent communities, and is the perfect place to begin a business venture or break ground on a new development. There is an abundance of new construction sites as well as office and retail space available.

Algiers offers businesses a close and convenient proximity to downtown New orleans without congestion, parking issues and traffic. This makes Algiers an ideal location to base your company and watch its future grow.

Whether jogging on the levee, or strolling through its many parks, Algiers offers a wide range of wholesome family recreational opportunities.

Algiers is home to beautiful English Turn, Lakewood and Aurora Country Clubs. Brechtel Municipal golf Course is also located in Algiers. And, it is only minutes away from some of the best hunting and fishing in the area.

Algiers provides competitive team sports for youngsters year-round in well organized baseball, basketball, and soccer leagues.