1520 Esplanade Ave

New Orleans, LA 70116

$399,000
Price
2
Beds
2,393 Sq. Ft.
$167 / Sq. Ft.
2,393
Sq. Ft.
$167
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step into a piece of New Orleans history at 1520 Esplanade Avenue. This classic Creole cottage, built in 1840, showcases rare brick-between-posts construction and timeless charm just four blocks from the French Quarter. With four elegant parlors--made for entertaining--this home blends historic character with modern comfort. The spacious kitchen flows into a lush backyard oasis, great for relaxing or hosting. Light-filled rooms, exposed brick, and thoughtful updates throughout, including a new roof...Step into a piece of New Orleans history at 1520 Esplanade Avenue. This classic Creole cottage, built in 1840, showcases rare brick-between-posts construction and timeless charm just four blocks from the French Quarter. With four elegant parlors--made for entertaining--this home blends historic character with modern comfort. The spacious kitchen flows into a lush backyard oasis, great for relaxing or hosting. Light-filled rooms, exposed brick, and thoughtful updates throughout, including a new roof (2023), enhance the home's livability. The expansive primary suite features two large walk-in closets and a generous en suite bath. With 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and rich architectural details at every turn, this is your chance to own a stunning piece of the Treme, a vibrant center of New Orleans culture, music, and history.
  1. Listed by Adrienne LaBauve • eXp Realty, LLC
    P: (504)-344-0877 C: (504)-344-0877 alabauve@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Kasi Champagne • eXp Realty, LLC
    P: (504)-715-0115 C: (504)-715-0115 la.broker@exprealty.net

Property Details for 1520 Esplanade Avenue

Architectural Style
Creole Cottage
LISTING UPDATED: 05/08/2025 12:33 PM

Property Details for 1520 Esplanade Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #NO2496143
Days on Market64
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family / Single Family Home
Year Built1840
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,937 SF
CountyOrleans Parish

Location

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Building Information for 1520 Esplanade Avenue

Stories2Year Built1840Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,937 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,091 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,091

Property Taxes

$0

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1520 Esplanade Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Bounding Streets: N. Robertson, Kerlerec, Governor Nicholls
  • Latitude: 29.97
  • Longitude: -90.07
  • MLS Area Minor: ORLEANS
  • Year Built: 1,840
  • In City Limits: 1
  • Neighborhood: Treme
Parking
  • Parking Features: None
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: SQ 200 201 LOT 6 OR 4 ESPLANADE 31X127
  • Tax Lot: 6
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2575.0
  • Living Area: 2393.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0904
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 31x127
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Parcel Number: 208104710
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sub Type: Single Family Home
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Other Gas
  • EL Utilities Elec: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: ICAT Recessed Lighting, Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Other, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Partial: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Hookups
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/1

Property History for 1520 Esplanade Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2496143

$399,000—
May 17, 2024

Exclusive Expired

ROAM MLS #NO2423123

$449,000—
Nov 17, 2023

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2423123

$465,000—
Jul 25, 2021

Exclusive Expired

ROAM MLS #NO2287408

$479,000—
Feb 22, 2021

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2287408

$479,000—
Nov 10, 2020

Exclusive Expired

ROAM MLS #NO2259998

$499,000—
Jul 10, 2020

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2259998

$549,000—
May 30, 2014

Sold

ROAM MLS #NO971985

—
Apr 25, 2014

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #NO971985

—
Nov 12, 2013

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO971985

$325,000—
May 23, 2012

Exclusive Expired

ROAM MLS #NO910056

$249,900—
Apr 6, 2012

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO910056

$249,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/10/2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2496143

$399,000
05/17/2024

Exclusive Expired

ROAM MLS #NO2423123

$449,000
11/17/2023

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2423123

$465,000
07/25/2021

Exclusive Expired

ROAM MLS #NO2287408

$479,000
02/22/2021

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2287408

$479,000
11/10/2020

Exclusive Expired

ROAM MLS #NO2259998

$499,000
07/10/2020

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2259998

$549,000
05/30/2014

Sold

ROAM MLS #NO971985

—
04/25/2014

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #NO971985

—
11/12/2013

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO971985

$325,000
05/23/2012

Exclusive Expired

ROAM MLS #NO910056

$249,900
04/06/2012

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO910056

$249,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1520 Esplanade Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$11,810Additions$37,510Total$49,320
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,376 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,376 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,937 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1900CountyORLEANSAPN2-08-1-047-10

Schools near 1520 Esplanade Avenue

This home is within Orleans Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charter - PK to 8
Charter - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 5
Charter - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Homer A. Plessy Community School
CharterPK to 8

Warren Easton Senior High School
Charter9 to 12

Foundation Preparatory
CharterK to 5

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1520 Esplanade Avenue is a single family home for sale in New Orleans, LA 70116. This property was listed for sale on April 10, 2025 by eXp Realty, LLC, it's currently listed at $399,000. It has been on the market for a total of 64 days and was last sold on May 30, 2014. This listing's school district is Orleans Parish School District. Nearby schools include Homer A. Plessy Community School, Warren Easton Senior High School and Foundation Preparatory. 1520 Esplanade Avenue is a 2-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,393 sqft single family home built in 1840.

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