Commission Accomplished: Uptown New Orleans home sells for $2.85M
Jan 03, 2025
Commission Accomplished: Dec. 22-28 [see the SlideDeck]
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Address: 919 Webster St., New Orleans, 70118
Sales price: $2,850,000
List price: $2,895,000
Date sold: Dec. 27
Days on Market: 25
Listing agents: Ashley Nesser and Evelyn Randle, Latter & Blum | Compass
Sales agent: Caroline Graham, Latter & Blum | Compass
Luxury, space, and location, with the bonus of an outdoor oasis, define 919 Webster St. – an Uptown New Orleans home that sold for $2.85 million on Dec. 27.
The 1980 home, recently renovated, is located steps from Audubon Park and Magazine St. The two-story home features 4 bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms, and 5,137 square feet of living space on an oversized 91/80’ x 158’ lot. The outdoor oasis of a backyard includes a saltwater pool and hot tub with virtual controls; a pool house with a bathroom and an outdoor shower; and a landscaped yard with a sprinkler system, timed lighting, speaker system, drainage, and a sump pump.
The gourmet chef’s kitchen has a double La Cornue gas oven and range, an island, Subzero appliances, a walk-in pantry, an oversized sink, and additional high end finishes and features. The primary suite boasts a spa-like bathroom, a custom-designed closet, and a loft for relaxing/reading/crafting, or for office space.
Additional amenities include a winding staircase near the backyard and pool area, a wine cooler, shingle roof, brick/stucco exterior, fence, gas fireplace, whole-house generator, an elevator, security system, multiple central air and heating units, and off-street parking.
Other high priced home sales in the past week:
Address: 512-16 Saint Philip St., New Orleans, 70116
Sales price: $1,584,800
List price: $750,000
Date sold: Dec. 27
Days on Market: 153
Listing and sales agent: Michael Wilkinson, FQR Realtors (sold via online auction)
A New Orleans French Quarter property at 512-16 Saint Philip St. sold via online auction on Dec. 27 for $1,584,800. The 1832 property was built by renowned architect François Correjolles, and in 1987, the property won the top Vieux Carré Honor award after a six-year restoration. The property features 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 5,161 square feet of living space.
Single family home, zoned VCR-2 (Vieux Carré Residential District), features modern updates; soaring ceilings adorned with ornate chandeliers; original crown moldings; fireplaces; French doors opening to the main gallery overlooking Saint Philip St., as well as interior balconies overlooking the private courtyard.
Additional features include a brand-new Virginia slate roof; double-paned windows for energy efficiency and sound proofing; generator servicing the main residence; large exercise room fully equipped with exercise equipment and standing tanning bed; an updated security system across both buildings; and a street curb cut out into the carriage way provides one reserved parking space for the property.
Address: 1504 Homer St., Metairie, 70005
Sales price: $1,450,000
List price: $1,495,000
Date sold: Dec. 27
Days on Market: 5
Listing agents: Julie Varisco and Karen Prieur, Prieur Properties
Sales agent: Raisa Galper, Latter & Blum | Compass
An Old Metairie home at 1504 Homer St. sold for $1.45 million on Dec. 27. The home, which sits on a generous 52′ x 150′ corner lot, features 4 bedrooms, 4½ bathrooms, and 4,341 square feet of living space.
Built in 1995 and located in Flood Zone X, the Metairie home features formal living and dining rooms; an updated gourmet kitchen with Sea Pearl quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, cabinet storage, and a custom-organized pantry; adjoining breakfast room features a built-in banquette and opens to a den with a fireplace, built-in bookshelves, and a wet bar; and there is a private office located off the den.
Second floor features four bedrooms and three full updated bathrooms; third floor includes a loft and full bath; outdoor area features a covered back porch, saltwater pool, hot tub, and turfed space; mature Viburnum plants create a privacy wall; property has a circular driveway with side door entry and parking for two cars; detached garage offers extra parking and includes an art studio and half bath; home is equipped with an alarm system and cameras; and roof was replaced in 2021.
Information provided by Kelleye Rhein & Stephan Mock of Reve Realtors.