Built in 1848, The Magnolia House is a stunning historic Italianate-style home situated on a quiet block in the heart of The Irish Channel. Fully renovated in 2015, this camelback has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a large kitchen, a theater room, an office, and a backyard gazebo with a koi pond. The gorgeous kitchen is a chef’s delight with a Thermador hood and range, marble countertops, a built-in coffee maker, new dishwasher, and a butler’s pantry with a wine cooler. The kitchen opens to the back deck and gazebo – a perfect setup for entertaining or hosting a barbeque. Downstairs has one bedroom and one full bathroom, plus a separate office. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite features a wet bar, a balcony, and an ensuite bathroom with marble countertops, a frameless glass shower, and a freestanding tub. With a large theater room and Burke playground just half a block away, this home is the perfect for families with kids. Enjoy your morning coffee on the front porch, where friendly neighbors greet each other, magnolia trees bloom, and ferns are watered by a built-in irrigation system. Take a short walk to Magazine Street, The Tchoup Yard, or Parasol’s. Whether you're hosting friends in the backyard oasis, enjoying a quiet evening in the theater room, or strolling to nearby dining and shops, this property delivers an exceptional lifestyle in one of New Orleans’ most beloved neighborhoods. From its elegant architectural details and timeless character to its thoughtfully designed spaces for relaxing and entertaining, The Magnolia House captures the very best of Irish Channel living. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this one-of-a-kind home yours! Additional 250 sqft (approx) of finished storage space not included in total living area. The roof was replaced in 2021. Termite contract in place. X flood zone.
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Price cut: $5K (7/29)
$1,340,000
2617 Chippewa St, New Orleans, LA 70130
4beds
3,710sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1848
4,653 Square Feet Lot
$1,281,300 Zestimate®
$361/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Magnolia trees bloomQuiet blockSeparate officeBackyard oasisNew dishwasherMarble countertopsFrameless glass shower
- 119 days
- 1,192
- 91
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tara Loftis 504-345-3444,
Reese & Company Real Estate, LLC 504-229-2225
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2555881
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 21.3
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 12
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 10.5
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 10.5
Primary bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x10
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5 x 12
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 5
Breakfast room nook
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20.5 x 9
Den
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 25.6
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16.2 x 16.6
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 16.4
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 16.7
Media room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 17.5
Office
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7 x 14
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer
Features
- Attic, Wet Bar, Butler's Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Stainless Steel Appliances, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Windows: Screens
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,501
- Total interior livable area: 3,710 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Courtyard, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,653 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33 x 141
- Features: City Lot, Rectangular Lot, Pond on Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana
- Parcel number: 411105704
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Camelback
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1848
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Orleans
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $361/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $908,300
- Annual tax amount: $11,085
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
Estimated market value
$1,281,300
$1.22M - $1.35M
$7,149/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/29/2026 | Price change | $1,340,000-0.4%$361/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Price change | $1,345,000-0.4%$363/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$364/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Contingent | $1,350,000$364/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+68.8%$364/sqft |
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| 6/7/2019 | Sold | -- |
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| 4/24/2019 | Price change | $799,900-5.8%$216/sqft |
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| 4/11/2019 | Price change | $849,000-0.1%$229/sqft |
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| 1/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $849,900$229/sqft |
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| 11/19/2018 | Pending sale | $849,900$229/sqft |
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| 10/24/2018 | Price change | $849,900-5.6%$229/sqft |
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| 9/28/2018 | Price change | $899,900-9.1%$243/sqft |
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| 9/23/2018 | Price change | $989,900-1%$267/sqft |
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| 8/3/2018 | Price change | $999,900-9.1%$270/sqft |
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| 6/6/2018 | Price change | $1,099,900-9.8%$296/sqft |
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| 5/24/2018 | Price change | $1,219,900-7.9%$329/sqft |
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| 5/12/2018 | Price change | $1,325,000-17.2%$357/sqft |
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| 4/18/2018 | Price change | $1,599,900-8.6%$431/sqft |
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| 4/8/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,749,900+1649.9%$472/sqft |
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| 12/22/2014 | Sold | -- |
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| 11/11/2014 | Listed for sale | $100,000$27/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,085 -4.3% | $90,830 -4% |
| 2025 | $11,584 -1.5% | $94,610 |
| 2024 | $11,758 +28.2% | $94,610 +31.4% |
| 2023 | $9,173 -5.8% | $72,000 +4.7% |
| 2022 | $9,734 -6.6% | $68,750 -4.5% |
| 2021 | $10,424 -1% | $72,000 |
| 2020 | $10,535 -20.8% | $72,000 -18.2% |
| 2019 | $13,294 +8.5% | $87,990 +138.5% |
| 2018 | $12,258 | $36,900 |
| 2017 | $12,258 +164.9% | $36,900 +64% |
| 2016 | $4,627 +35.5% | $22,500 -7.8% |
| 2015 | $3,415 | $24,410 |
| 2014 | $3,415 -5.9% | $24,410 |
| 2013 | $3,629 | $24,410 +9.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $22,230 |
| 2011 | -- | $22,230 -12.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $25,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $25,500 +27.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $20,000 +316.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $4,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $4,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $4,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $4,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,800 |
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Neighborhood: Irish Channel
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