French Quarter

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

From Audubon to the Bywater

By Eric Craig Jan 17, 2018, 9:18am CST

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 five exceptional open houses you shouldn’t miss this weekend, January 19 to January 21.

405 Saint Maurice Avenue

One of our favorite store-to-home conversions in New Orleans is still up for grabs, asking $225,000. The Preservation Resource Center rehabilitated this former grocery store in 2013. We’re in love with its reclaimed wood ceiling, airy floorplan, and bamboo flooring. At 1,180 square feet, this home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Its master bedroom has a dressing room and ensuite master bathroom. You can visit this home on Sunday, January 21, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

5540 Pitt Street

This raised-basement in Audubon just hit the market for $745,000. We’re a fan of this home’s large front yard, white picket fence, and sizable sitting porch. It has an open floorplan, gorgeous hardwood flooring, and built-in bookshelves. Other rooms to note include its library and den. Its remodeled kitchen has stainless steel appliances. At 2,386 square feet, this home has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. An uncovered deck overlooks this home’s backyard. Its open on Sunday, January 21, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

433 Burgundy Street unit #3

You can buy this 19th-century French Quarter condo near Rampart Street for $329,000. Measuring at 611 square feet, this home has two bedrooms and one bathroom. It has striking brick walls, ornamental molding, plantation shutters, and ceiling fans. This home also comes fully furnished. A shared brick courtyard sits at this home’s rear. HOA dues are $291/month. This home is open Saturday, January 20, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

1300 Bartholomew Street

This vibrant single-conversion home in the Bywater asks $335,000. At 2,072 square feet, this home has three bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a bonus room. Highlights include its 11.6-foot ceilings, open floorplan, reclaimed wood doors, and gorgeous archways. Its airy kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a breakfast nook, and mahogany countertops. A patio and covered entertainment sit at this home’s rear. You can visit this home on Sunday, January 21, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

823 Burgundy Street unit #1

You can visit one of the French Quarter’s smallest homes on the market this weekend. Asking $255,000, this 358-square-foot home has a studio floorplan and one bathroom. Sitting as a detached condo, this home has exposed beams, hardwood floors, and an exposed-brick mantel. Its kitchen has updated cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. This home also has a laundry room. A gorgeous brick courtyard sits at the front of this home. HOA dues are $108/month. It will be open on Sunday, January 21, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.