Your New Orleans dreams come true in this c.1831 masonry Creole Cottage with a lush private courtyard entrance and cocktail pool on one of the best blocks of the French Quarter. French doors open up from every room allowing for a lovely flow and plenty of natural light. Working shutters provide easy lock & leave security. The spacious floorplan provides an eat-in kitchen, 2 separate bedroom suites, a large living room, upstairs study, plus a wet bar and walk-in attic storage! Gorgeous 1st floor primary bedroom features an en-suite bath and walk-in closet. The guest bedroom suite opens onto the rear balcony with beautiful views. Working gas fireplaces in both living and dining areas offer even more ambiance. Once home to the renowned 19th century Creole writer Michel Séligny, this property has a well documented history available through the HNOC. This home is a perfect blend of modern updates and true historic charm!
Active under contract
$995,000
928 Governor Nicholls St, New Orleans, LA 70116
2beds
1,851sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1831
2,147.51 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$538/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Walk-in attic storageLush private courtyard entranceCocktail poolMasonry creole cottageSpacious floorplanBeautiful viewsEn-suite bath
- 20 days |
- 2,304 |
- 184 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jamie Hughes 504-913-0597,
REVE, REALTORS 504-300-0700
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2548347
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.7x17.0
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.7x11.8
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.10x11.8
Family room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.8x12.0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.8x11.8
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7.0x4.5
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.10x17.0
Utility room
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 15.11x8.9
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Stainless Steel Appliances, Cable TV
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,585
- Total interior livable area: 1,851 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Brick, Balcony
- Exterior features: Balcony, Courtyard, Sprinkler/Irrigation
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 2,147.51 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29 x 74
- Features: City Lot, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 208102111
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Creole
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Very Good Condition
- Year built: 1831
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Orleans
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $538/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $843,600
- Annual tax amount: $11,135
- Date on market: 3/24/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/6/2026 | Contingent | $995,000$538/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000$538/sqft |
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| 2/10/2015 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,135 | $84,360 |
| 2025 | $11,135 -1.5% | $84,360 |
| 2024 | $11,303 -14.3% | $84,360 -10% |
| 2023 | $13,189 +4.5% | $93,730 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $12,626 -6.4% | $89,730 -4.3% |
| 2021 | $13,492 -1% | $93,730 |
| 2020 | $13,626 -0.9% | $93,730 +3% |
| 2019 | $13,748 | $91,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $91,000 |
| 2017 | -- | $91,000 |
| 2016 | $14,021 +1.5% | $91,000 +8.3% |
| 2015 | $13,812 | $84,000 +79.5% |
| 2014 | $13,812 +20.6% | $46,800 |
| 2013 | $11,452 | $46,800 +17% |
| 2012 | -- | $40,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $40,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $40,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $40,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $40,000 -12.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $45,500 |
| 2000 | -- | $45,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$5,744/mo
Principal & interest
$4848
Property taxes
$896
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Getting around
69 / 100
Good TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School of Literature & TechnologyGrades: PK-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- NAWarren Easton Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math And ScienceGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.1 mi
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- Louisiana
- Orleans Parish
- New Orleans
- 70116
- French Quarter
- 928 Governor Nicholls St






