5 open houses you shouldn’t miss this weekend

From layouts to patios, these homes have it all

By Eric Craig Apr 27, 2018, 8:43am CDT

New Orleans has several beautiful homes on the market. Some listings date back to the 19th century, while others have captivating stories behind their constructions. Here’s a list of five exceptional open houses you shouldn’t miss this weekend, April 28 and April 29.

621 Mandeville Street

In the heart of the Marigny Triangle is this 19th-century townhouse that sits on a 155-foot-deep lot. This two-story home has pleasing French doors and shutters. It opens to a sizable living room. Highlights include mantels, exposed brick, and pocket doors. Measuring at 1,942 square feet, this home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Behind the home sits a landscaped garden with two separate patios. Its asking price is $825,000. You can visit this home on Saturday, April 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

1027-29 Alvar Street

Asking $485,000, you can buy this Victorian double in the Bywater. Both units have an open floorplan, original wood floors and mantels, and 12-foot ceilings. The owners unit has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 1,026 square feet. The second unit, which rents for $1,500/month, has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and 1,026 square feet. An open house is scheduled for Sunday, April 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

420 Pacific Avenue

If the West Bank is more your style, check out this charming home that asks $374,900 in Algiers Point. Built in 1895, this home maintains its curb appeal, particularly with its eye-catching columns, and both of its sitting porches. This home has a vibrant interior that has crown molding, hardwood floors, and tall ceilings. Measuring at 1,755 square feet, it has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. A wooden deck and patio sit at the rear of this home. It will be open on Sunday, April 29, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

5736 Marigny Street

Built in 2013, this raised home with a giant front yard wants $224,900. This home was built with energy efficiency in mind: It has spray-foam insulation, and low-flow pluming. Highlights include its hardwood floors, furnished kitchen, and 9-foot ceilings. Measuring at 1,368 square feet, this home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. A covered porch, patio, and expansive yard sit behind the home. You can visit this new construction on Sunday, April 29, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

4524 Laurel Street

Between Magazine and Tchoupitoulas Street, you’ll find this cottage with a cute sitting porch, asking $519,000. Highlights include its airy floorplan, built-in bookcases. It has an eat-in kitchen with granite counters, an island, and stainless steel appliances. Measuring at 1,760 square feet, this home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. You’ll find a private brick patio out back. This home will be open on Sunday, April 29, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.