Step into a piece of New Orleans history at 1520 Esplanade Avenue. This classic Creole cottage, built in 1840, showcases rare brick-between-posts construction and timeless charm just four blocks from the French Quarter. With four elegant parlors—made for entertaining—this home blends historic character with modern comfort. The spacious kitchen flows into a lush backyard oasis, great for relaxing or hosting. Light-filled rooms, exposed brick, and thoughtful updates throughout, including a new roof (2023), enhance the home’s livability. The expansive primary suite features two large walk-in closets and a generous en suite bath. With 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and rich architectural details at every turn, this is your chance to own a stunning piece of the Treme, a vibrant center of New Orleans culture, music, and history.
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1520 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116
2beds
2,393sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
3,937 Square Feet Lot
$376,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$3,565 Estimated rent
Home value
$376,600
$335,000 - $426,000
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Rare brick-between-posts constructionExpansive primary suiteLush backyard oasisLarge walk-in closetsSpacious kitchenGenerous en suite bathLight-filled rooms
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Listed by:
Adrienne LaBauve 504-344-0877,
eXp Realty, LLC,
Kasi Champagne 504-715-0115,
eXp Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Sandy Lilly
Vylla Home
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2496143
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 24.1x13.2
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.10x11.2
Primary bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7.11x9.11
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.2x10.7
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.7x10.7
Den
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.4x15.6
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.4x15.6
Half bath
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 6x7.4
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.11x18.11
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.10x15.5
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,575
- Total interior livable area: 2,393 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fence
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,937 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31 x 127
- Features: City Lot, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 208104710
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Creole
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Very Good Condition
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Orleans
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $367,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,950
- Date on market: 4/10/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Sold | -- |
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| 9/11/2025 | Contingent | $399,000$167/sqft |
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| 4/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,000-11.1%$167/sqft |
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| 5/18/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/10/2024 | Price change | $449,000-3.4%$188/sqft |
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| 11/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $465,000-10.4%$194/sqft |
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| 1/3/2021 | Listing removed | $519,000$217/sqft |
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| 11/11/2020 | Price change | $519,000+4%$217/sqft |
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| 9/8/2020 | Price change | $499,000-3.9%$209/sqft |
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| 8/5/2020 | Price change | $519,000-5.5%$217/sqft |
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| 7/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $549,000+68.9%$229/sqft |
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| 5/30/2014 | Sold | -- |
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| 11/13/2013 | Listed for sale | $325,000+30.1%$136/sqft |
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| 5/24/2012 | Listing removed | $249,900$104/sqft |
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| 4/7/2012 | Listed for sale | $249,900$104/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,950 -4.9% | $36,770 -4% |
| 2025 | $4,152 -1.5% | $38,300 |
| 2024 | $4,213 -5% | $38,300 -0.1% |
| 2023 | $4,434 -14.8% | $38,320 +3.6% |
| 2022 | $5,205 -5.2% | $36,990 -25% |
| 2021 | $5,493 +16% | $49,320 |
| 2020 | $4,736 +16.1% | $49,320 +82.7% |
| 2019 | $4,079 +34% | $27,000 |
| 2018 | $3,043 | $27,000 |
| 2017 | $3,043 -1.9% | $27,000 |
| 2016 | $3,102 -24.3% | $27,000 |
| 2015 | $4,098 | $27,000 +58.8% |
| 2014 | $4,098 +2.1% | $17,000 |
| 2013 | $4,014 | $17,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $17,000 +96.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $8,640 |
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Neighborhood: Treme' Lafitte
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- 8/10Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School of Literature & TechnologyGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.9 mi
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