5 open houses to catch this weekend in New Orleans

From Bywater to Lake Vista

By Eric Craig Jun 8, 2018, 12:37pm CDT

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, June 9 to June 10.

528 Spain Street

For $425,000, you can buy this vibrant blue home in the Marigny that sits two blocks from Crescent Park. Measuring at 1,066 square feet, the home has one bedroom and one bathroom. Built in 1882, the home has an updated interior, built-in bookshelves, exposed ceiling beams, and cathedral ceilings in the den. Out back is a deep yard surrounded by a wooden fence. You can visit this home on Saturday, June 9, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

8226 Willow Street

Built in 1960, you can buy this sizable home near Oak Street and South Carrollton Avenue for $379,000. At first glance the home has two covered porches and a front yard. It opens to a modest living room with 11-foot ceilings and an archway with plaster molding. Other highlights include mantels, transoms above most of the doorways, and large windows. Its updated kitchen has pendant lighting, marble countertops, a center island, and stainless steel appliances. The home has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and 1,455 square feet of floorspace. Out back is a brick patio that’s shaded by a towering tree. The home has an open house scheduled for Sunday, June 10, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

3063 Dauphine Street

In Bywater, this 19th century cottage is on the market for $315,000. We’re in love with this Victorian’s signature pitched roof, shuttered Windows and blue facade. Its living room has a mantel that’s nearly wrapped around open shelves. You’ll also find towering pocket doors that lead to a bedroom. Measuring at 1,107 square feet, the Victorian has two bedrooms and one bathroom. At the rear of the home is a wooden deck and patio. You can visit this home on Sunday, June 10, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

220 Topaz Street

If you’re a fan of mid-century homes in New Orleans, then check out this ranch-style home in Lake Vista that wants $399,000. The home’s wide, brick facade overlooks its giant front yard. The home has an overhauled interior with an airy floorplan and 9-foot ceilings. Measuring at 1,788 square feet, it has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. While the master bathroom has been updated, the secondary bathroom has its original pink and blue tile. You’ll find a patio and open yard at the rear of the home.

8422 Green Street

Built in 1938, this simple cottage in Leonidas seeks a buyer for $249,000. At first glance the home has a modest sitting porch and front yard. It has a roomy floorplan with 12-foot ceilings throughout. At 1,150 square feet, the home has two bedrooms and one bathroom. Out back is a patio in the middle of the home’s backyard. You can visit this home on Sunday, June 10, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.