Houses for Rent in Slidell, Louisiana

Discover Houses for Rent in Slidell, LA

Slidell is a city on the northeastern end of Lake Pontchartrain, just north of New Orleans on Interstate 10. Slidell offers residents a large residential community that's surrounded by natural areas like the lake, the Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and the Pearl River State Wildlife Management Area, but it's high and far enough away to avoid most flooding. Homes for rent in Slidell give residents a healthy mix of rural beauty and urban convenience, with commutes to downtown New Orleans only a scenic 30 minutes away. The whole family will enjoy Slidell. Kids will love riding their bikes and making friends on the safe intertwining residential roads filled with other families, and parents will appreciate the good school systems and variety of medical facilities. 

Fun Facts for Future Renters

• The community started as a railroad camp on the high land to the north side of Lake Pontchartrain. After the railroad that connected New Orleans to Cincinnati was completed, the camp stayed and grew into Slidell by 1888. 
• Slidell had a significant role in World War I and II with its military manufacturing. Eventually, Slidell played a part in the NASA lunar program with computer parts.
• Slidell hosts a variety of festivals, including the warm-weather Christmas Under the Stars, the Bayou Jam Concert Series, Mardi Gras and many more. 

Helpful Links for Residents

• Children in Slidell are part of St. Tammany Parish Public Schools. There are also several private and religious schools in town, like the Pope John Paul II Catholic High School. 
• Most Slidell residents get their news about the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans' The Times-Picayune.
• The Slidell Police Department protects and serves the citizens and businesses of the city. 

Live in Slidell

Slidell is perfect for families because it offers a diverse community in a great location with tons of opportunities.