4 open houses in New Orleans that you shouldn’t miss this weekend

New Orleans has several beautiful homes on the market. Some listed homes date back to the 19th century, while other have captivating stories behind their constructions. Here’s a list of four exceptional open houses you shouldn’t miss this weekend, December 8 to December 10.

1504 Arabell Street

Via Brooke Arthurs/Latter & Blum

Built in 1877, this three-story home near Claiborne Avenue asks $995,000. At first glance, it has a sizable front yard, a window-lined facade, and gorgeous brick stairs. An airy, covered sitting porch sits at this home’s side. It has a large living room, a separate dining room, and a cozy breakfast area. At 3,854 square feet, it has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. On the ground floor sits an 853-square-foot apartment that has one bedroom and one bathroom. Out back is a serene patio. It’s open Sunday, December 10, from 1 p.m to 3 p.m.

4115 Laurel Street

Via Chris Smith/Gardner Realtors

This cute cottage in East Riverside just hit the market for $424,500. While simple, it has eye-catching shutters at its facade. This home has a large living room that flows effortlessly into its wide dining room. At 1,310 square feet, it has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Out back is a modest covered porch and sizable backyard. Its open Sunday, December 10, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

1115 Valence Street

Via Eric Hernandez/NOLA Living Realty

This former Art Neville home, which listed this past September, is still up for grabs, asking $1.225 million. Standing two stories tall, it has two striking dormers, petite columns, and a sitting porch. Completely remodeled earlier this year, it has an airy floorplan, tall ceilings, and recessed lighting. Its chef’s kitchen stands as one of this home’s strongest attributes. At nearly 4,000 square feet, it has five bedrooms and four bathrooms. You can visit this home on Saturday, December 9, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

2433 North Johnson Street

Via Kari Ayala/New Orleans Property Services, LLC

Just in time for the holiday season, you can buy this peppermint-colored home in St. Roch for $329,000. It has a sitting porch and three floor-to-ceiling windows at its facade. Other exterior highlights include its modest front yard and off-street parking. This new construction has an open-floor living room that seamlessly blends into its kitchen. Measuring at 2,001 square feet, it has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. This home is open Saturday, December 9, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.