1202-08 DECATUR Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
New Listing
$3,300,000
Property Type:
MultiFamily
Square Footage:
17,207
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
5,663
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$3,300,000
List Date:
10/20/2026
Last Modified:
10/20/2026
Overview
Description
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A rare opportunity to own a piece of New Orleans history in the heart of the French Quarter. Approximately 186 years old, this storied Decatur Street property carries the spirit of the city's rich cultural past, including a celebrated chapter as The Palm Court jazz club where music and the unmistakable energy of New Orleans helped shape its character. Behind its historic facade lies a distinctive commercial space filled with original character, vintage architectural details, and an atmosphere that simply cannot be recreated. The property offers a compelling canvas for a visionary buyer to reimagine and restore, blending historic charm with a fresh vision for its next chapter. Whether envisioned as a destination for hospitality, dining, entertainment, or another inspired commercial concept, the possibilities are as captivating as the property's past. The first floor contains a restaurant, kitchen, and private dining area and two restrooms together with a large stairwell on the 1204 side, while a dining and bar space with two additional restrooms are located on the 1208 side. Access to through to the rear entrance of 61 French Market Place and an associated stairwell from 1208 Decatur. The second floor features storage & office space as well as a recording studio and bath, while the third floor features extensive storage and two apartments. For those who recognize the value of location, history, and potential, this is an opportunity to make a lasting mark on one of New Orleans' most iconic neighborhoods. Bring your vision to Decatur Street and become part of the next chapter of this remarkable French Quarter landmark.
Listing Details MLS# NO2582391
Listing Info
- Delayed Marketing
- No
- Listing Price
- 3300000
- List Price/SqFt
- 191.78
- Document Modified
- 2026-10-20 11:55:06.629052
- Modification Timestamp
- 2026-10-20T18:26:14Z
- Photo Modified
- 2026-10-20T15:24:35Z
Location Tax Legal Info
- Street Number
- 1202-08
- Street Name
- DECATUR Street
- Parish
- Orleans
- State
- LA
- Zip Code
- 70116
- Tax Assessment Number
- 208100202
- Directions
- I-10 east, stay east toward Slidell.Exit 236A toward Esplanade. Merge onto N Claiborne. R on Esplanade.R on Royal. L on Gov. Nicholls Bounding Streets: N. Peters, Gov. Nicholl St., Barracks St., Chartres St.
General Property Description
- Number of Units
- 2
- Stories
- 3
- SqFt - Total
- 17207
- SqFt - Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Dimensions
- 52/52.38x109.15/116.12
- Acres
- 0.13
Currently Not Used
- Acreage Range
- 0 - 0.5
Originating Details
- Originating System ID
- ROAMM
- Originating System Key
- 60123661
- Originating System Listing ID
- 2582391
- Originating System Name
- ROAM Matrix
Location, Tax & Legal Info
- Legal Desc
- SQ 14 LOT 35 DECATUR 26X112
More Information
Remarks & Misc
- Remarks
- A rare opportunity to own a piece of New Orleans history in the heart of the French Quarter. Approximately 186 years old, this storied Decatur Street property carries the spirit of the city's rich cultural past, including a celebrated chapter as The Palm Court jazz club where music and the unmistakable energy of New Orleans helped shape its character. Behind its historic facade lies a distinctive commercial space filled with original character, vintage architectural details, and an atmosphere that simply cannot be recreated. The property offers a compelling canvas for a visionary buyer to reimagine and restore, blending historic charm with a fresh vision for its next chapter. Whether envisioned as a destination for hospitality, dining, entertainment, or another inspired commercial concept, the possibilities are as captivating as the property's past. The first floor contains a restaurant, kitchen, and private dining area and two restrooms together with a large stairwell on the 1204 side, while a dining and bar space with two additional restrooms are located on the 1208 side. Access to through to the rear entrance of 61 French Market Place and an associated stairwell from 1208 Decatur. The second floor features storage & office space as well as a recording studio and bath, while the third floor features extensive storage and two apartments. For those who recognize the value of location, history, and potential, this is an opportunity to make a lasting mark on one of New Orleans' most iconic neighborhoods. Bring your vision to Decatur Street and become part of the next chapter of this remarkable French Quarter landmark.
Office/Member/Contract Info
- List AOR
- NOMAR
Parking
- No Parking
- Yes
Construction
- Brick
- Yes
Foundation
- Slab
- Yes
Roof
- Slate
- Yes
Heating
- Central
- Yes
Cooling
- Central Air
- Yes
Property Features
Parking:
No Parking
Construction:
Brick
Foundation:
Slab
Roof:
Slate
Heating:
Central
Cooling:
Central Air
IDX
Listing Office:
Crescent Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: October - 20 - 2026
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