Completely remodeled and move-in ready, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a desirable corner lot in Gretna. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout, the home offers a fresh, modern feel while maintaining its classic character. The updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and a functional layout for everyday living and entertaining.
Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new A/C, roof less than 10 years old, new water lines, a new electrical panel, and insulated windows for improved efficiency. Both bathrooms have been updated with clean, modern finishes.
Located in Flood Zone X500, this property offers added value and affordability for homeowners. Conveniently situated just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and a quick commute to downtown New Orleans, the location offers both accessibility and neighborhood charm.
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Price cut: $6K (5/8)
$289,000
838 Jefferson St, Gretna, LA 70053
2beds
1,631sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1879
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$277,000 Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ample cabinetryStainless steel appliancesDesirable corner lotUpdated kitchenBeautiful hardwood floors throughout
- 89 days |
- 159 |
- 6 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christina Bellino 318-447-5171,
United Real Estate Partners 985-256-5500
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2551805
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 10x11
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12x14
Dining room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 13x12
Living room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 13x34
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,690
- Total interior livable area: 1,631 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Two Spaces
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 48 x 109
- Features: Outside City Limits, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0100004658
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Very Good Condition
- Year built: 1879
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: McDonoghville
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Gretna
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $142,400
- Annual tax amount: $538
- Date on market: 4/7/2026
Estimated market value
$277,000
$263,000 - $291,000
$1,797/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Price change | $289,000-2%$177/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $295,000-1.3%$181/sqft |
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| 11/12/2025 | Listing removed | $299,000$183/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $299,000-5.1%$183/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Price change | $315,000-3.1%$193/sqft |
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| 5/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000$199/sqft |
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| 11/14/2017 | Sold | -- |
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| 9/27/2011 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $538 -3.6% | $14,240 |
| 2023 | $558 | $14,240 |
| 2022 | $558 +12% | $14,240 +81.6% |
| 2021 | $498 +0.1% | $7,840 |
| 2020 | $498 -0.6% | $7,840 |
| 2019 | $501 +2043.8% | $7,840 |
| 2018 | $23 | $7,840 -20.2% |
| 2017 | $23 -96.3% | $9,830 |
| 2016 | $628 +0.9% | $9,830 +2% |
| 2015 | $622 | $9,640 |
| 2014 | $622 | $9,640 |
| 2013 | -- | $9,640 |
| 2012 | -- | $9,640 -3.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $10,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $10,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $10,000 +81.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $5,520 |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 70053
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mcdonogh #26 Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- NAGretna Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 5/10West Jefferson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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- Louisiana
- Jefferson Parish
- Gretna
- 70053
- 838 Jefferson St
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