Charming Old Metairie cottage with timeless character, major system improvements, and a standout detached garage/workshop. Thoughtfully improved for modern comfort while preserving original character, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers approximately 1,080 sq ft of living area, 9-foot ceilings, no carpet, refinished antique heart pine floors, plantation shutters, and beautifully refreshed plaster walls and trim. The inviting living and dining areas feel bright and classic, while the updated bath features a soaker tub, marble-look tile surround, multi-head shower, pedestal sink, slate flooring, and an acid-etched privacy window. The kitchen offers generous cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, tile flooring, and included appliances. Agent related to seller.
Major improvements include roof replacement with added plywood, decking and roof straps, Andersen 400 Series windows on operable windows, updated HVAC and ductwork, tankless water heater, updated gas lines, electrical updates, insulation, sheathing, house wrap, and vinyl siding.
Full attic decking provides valuable additional storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced 75 x 85 lot, 12-foot-wide driveway, rear yard access, and a permitted detached garage/workshop measuring approximately 11.6 x 40 with electric door opener, upgraded electrical, lighting, outlets, and flexible space for parking, storage, hobbies, or projects. A stunning 100-year oak recognized by the Majestic Oak Society creates exceptional curb appeal. Located in an X flood zone just two blocks from Metairie Road, this home offers convenient access to neighborhood dining, shopping, St. Catherine of Siena, Lakeside Shopping Center, Ochsner’s Jefferson Highway medical campus, East Jefferson General Hospital, Downtown New Orleans, and Armstrong Airport.
Active under contract
Price cut: $20K (7/31)
$399,000
234 Labarre Dr, Metairie, LA 70001
2beds
1,080sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1943
6,372 Square Feet Lot
$385,100 Zestimate®
$369/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rear yard accessMulti-head showerPlantation shuttersUnder-cabinet lightingIncluded appliancesUpdated bathSoaker tub
- 112 days
- 214
- 5
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Renee' Trahan 985-249-1535,
K2 Realty LLC 985-234-9930,
Christine Westenberger 985-264-2770,
Fine Southern Properties, LLC
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2547212
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 12.8
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 15.7 x 11.3
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Stone
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 50-.5 x 8.9
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 8.10 x 12.9
Garage
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 40
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 9.9x12.5
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 9.9 x 5.4
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 18.11x14.11
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, 1 Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Pull Down Attic Stairs, Cable TV, Air Filtration
- Windows: Screens
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,637
- Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Spaces, Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: None
- Exterior features: Fence
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,372 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 85
- Features: City Lot, Oversized Lot, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Workshop
- Parcel number: 0820002907
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1943
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation, Water Heater, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Pailet Place
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Metairie
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $369/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $280,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,592
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
Estimated market value
$385,100
$366,000 - $404,000
$1,836/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Contingent | $399,000$369/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $399,000-4.8%$369/sqft |
Source: GSREIN #2547212 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2026 | Price change | $419,000-6.7%$388/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,000$416/sqft |
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| 2/26/2004 | Sold | -- |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,592 +0.6% | $28,070 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $2,576 +2.7% | $27,080 |
| 2022 | $2,508 +7.7% | $27,080 |
| 2021 | $2,330 +0.7% | $27,080 |
| 2020 | $2,313 +3.8% | $27,080 +4.8% |
| 2019 | $2,227 +7.1% | $25,840 |
| 2018 | $2,080 | $25,840 |
| 2017 | $2,080 | $25,840 |
| 2016 | $2,080 +3.6% | $25,840 +2% |
| 2015 | $2,007 | $25,340 |
| 2014 | $2,007 | $25,340 |
| 2013 | -- | $25,340 |
| 2012 | -- | $25,340 -0.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $25,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $25,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $25,500 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $25,000 |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
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