Own a piece of history in this beautiful Louis Chalon house that was built between 1851 and 1860. Property includes main house with 5 bedrooms AND 3 private apartments that can be rented out or used for your guests. This stately residence offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern luxury. Period features include ornate cast iron railing exterior porches, large walk-through windows, working shutters, historic decor and trim. Main house kitchen is complete with all the modern touches such as granite counter tops, lots of cabinet storage, stainless appliances, large pantry and more. Has 3 Guest Suites in the rear.
Located only 5 blocks from the French Quarter, you and your guests can easily stroll to the heart of the French Quarter to enjoy the festivities and fine dining or enjoy the front porch of this mansion and it's charming streets and friendly community atmosphere.
Active
Price cut: $100K (5/9)
$1,149,000
1608 Governor Nicholls St, New Orleans, LA 70116
8beds
7,000sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$7,396/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1856
0.26 Acres Lot
$1,075,200 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic decor and trimWorking shuttersStainless appliancesLarge pantryLots of cabinet storageLarge walk-through windows
- 28 days |
- 338 |
- 15 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Harry Varnadore 504-450-6916,
NextHome Premier Realtors 504-323-6202
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2564903
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17 x 21
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23 x 50
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 19
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 19
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Heating
- Multiple Heating Units
Cooling
- Ductless, Wall Unit(s)
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,000
- Total interior livable area: 7,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, Three or more Spaces
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 66 x 168/210
- Features: City Lot, Irregular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Apartment
- Parcel number: 208104609
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Very Good Condition
- Year built: 1856
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Orleans
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $164/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,158,600
- Annual tax amount: $15,292
- Date on market: 6/26/2026
Estimated market value
$1,075,200
$1.02M - $1.13M
$3,210/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2026 | Price change | $1,149,000-8%$164/sqft |
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| 1/27/2026 | Price change | $1,249,000-7.5%$178/sqft |
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| 2/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000-6.9%$193/sqft |
Source: GSREIN #2487919 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2025 | Listing removed | $1,450,000$207/sqft |
Source: GSREIN #2458832 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000$207/sqft |
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| 6/27/2014 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $15,292 | $115,860 |
| 2025 | $15,292 -1.5% | $115,860 |
| 2024 | $15,524 +42.6% | $115,860 +49.8% |
| 2023 | $10,885 +4% | $77,360 +4% |
| 2022 | $10,462 -6.1% | $74,350 -3.9% |
| 2021 | $11,136 -1% | $77,360 |
| 2020 | $11,247 +170.7% | $77,360 +181.3% |
| 2019 | $4,155 | $27,500 |
| 2018 | $4,155 | $27,500 |
| 2017 | $4,155 -1.9% | $27,500 |
| 2016 | $4,237 +1.5% | $27,500 |
| 2015 | $4,174 | $27,500 +196.3% |
| 2014 | $4,174 +2.1% | $9,280 |
| 2013 | $4,088 | $9,280 |
| 2012 | -- | $9,280 |
| 2011 | -- | $9,280 |
| 2006 | -- | $9,280 +15% |
| 2004 | -- | $8,070 +4.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $7,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $7,700 |
| 2000 | -- | $7,700 |
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Neighborhood: Treme' Lafitte
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School of Literature & TechnologyGrades: PK-8Distance: 2 mi
- NAWarren Easton Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math And ScienceGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.1 mi
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