Rare opportunity to own a Greek Revival Mansion. This historically significant property was built in 1836 for Madame Celeste Destrehan. Storied past includes ownership by Clay Shaw, famed New Orleanian and preservationist. Double lot with pool, serene courtyards and mature trees. 10 individual units ready for development. Every unit has gorgeous views, full baths, and kitchens. Many architectual details preserved. Exterior paint and new balconies in 2018. Historic tax credits eligible. Private tours only.
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908 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116
12beds
0baths
9,033sqft
MultiFamily
Built in 1835
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$2,907 Estimated rent
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 12
- Bathrooms: 0
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 9,033 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Details: One
Features
- Entry level: 4
- Exterior features: Stucco, Brick, Cement / Concrete
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 7,686 Square Feet
- Features: Oversized
Details
- Parcel number: 208101904
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
Materials
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Fixer, Historical
- Year built: 1835
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: New Orleans
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,456,900
- Annual tax amount: $19,230
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Sold | -- |
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| 2/16/2025 | Listing removed | $1,850,000$205/sqft |
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| 12/30/2024 | Price change | $1,850,000-2%$205/sqft |
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| 12/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,888,000$209/sqft |
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| 9/7/2024 | Contingent | $1,888,000$209/sqft |
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| 4/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,888,000$209/sqft |
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| 4/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,888,000-0.5%$209/sqft |
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| 8/13/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,898,000$210/sqft |
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| 6/29/2023 | Contingent | $1,898,000$210/sqft |
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| 2/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,898,000-9.6%$210/sqft |
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| 7/17/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000$232/sqft |
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| 3/9/2021 | Listing removed | $2,100,000$232/sqft |
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| 12/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000$232/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $19,230 | $145,690 |
| 2025 | $19,230 -1.5% | $145,690 |
| 2024 | $19,521 +48% | $145,690 +55.5% |
| 2023 | $13,187 +2.6% | $93,720 +2.6% |
| 2022 | $12,852 -4.7% | $91,340 -2.5% |
| 2021 | $13,491 -1% | $93,720 |
| 2020 | $13,625 -21.8% | $93,720 -18.7% |
| 2019 | $17,426 | $115,340 |
| 2018 | $17,426 | $115,340 +30% |
| 2017 | $17,426 -1.9% | $88,720 |
| 2016 | $17,772 +32% | $88,720 +25.1% |
| 2015 | $13,466 | $70,930 |
| 2014 | $13,466 +27.7% | $70,930 |
| 2013 | $10,545 | $70,930 +37.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $51,710 |
| 2011 | -- | $51,710 |
| 2010 | -- | $51,710 |
| 2009 | -- | $51,710 |
| 2007 | -- | $51,710 |
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Neighborhood: French Quarter
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School of Literature & TechnologyGrades: PK-8Distance: 2 mi
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- Louisiana
- Orleans Parish
- New Orleans
- 70116
- French Quarter
- 908 Esplanade Ave