639 ESPLANADE Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70116
$1,850,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
5
Baths:
3.1
Square Footage:
5,393
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$1,850,000
List Date:
1/30/2026
Last Modified:
4/29/2026
Overview
Description
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A masterpiece of Creole grandeur, 639 Esplanade is where the French Quarter meets the Marigny. Rarely does an opportunity arise to own a piece of living history on New Orleans' most prestigious residential promenade. Nestled under the ancient, moss-draped canopy of Esplanade Avenue, this magnificent home stands as a testament to the golden age of Creole architecture. This property is not merely a residence: it is a sanctuary of sophistication, offering an unparalleled lifestyle for the owner of historic properties. From the moment you approach the wrought-iron gates on the front, you are transported to a world of 19th-century elegance, seamlessly blended with the luxurious necessities of modern metropolitan living. Architectural splendor and historic integrity: the facade is a lesson in classical symmetry, boasting meticulous and expansive balconies that overlook the vibrant pulse of the city. Upon entering the foyer, guests are greeted by a soaring 13-foot ceiling adorned with very old, hand-carved medallions and intricate crown moldings. The finely finished wooden floors flow effortlessly through a double parlor designed for intimate entertaining. Massive old pocket doors in stripped wood allow for a fluid transition between the formal sitting room and the less formal bar area, both of which have many windows covered with twenty-first-century magnatite, allowing for a virtually SILENT interior on all three floors. The kitchen serves as the heart of this historic gem masterfully redesigned to satisfy the most demanding chef without compromising the home's heritage. Stainless steel appliances, a gas stove anchored by a casual breakfast area leading to a large and most valuable mudroom containing a back stairway as well as an exterior door leading to a covered parking area, grill, and seating area that provides a sunny and well-protected child/pet area. This home is for those with exquisite taste and a love of an active and convenient city life. A list of recent improvements is attached.
Listing Details MLS# NO2540668
Listing Info
- Delayed Marketing
- No
- Listing Price
- 1850000
- List Price/SqFt
- 456
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Document Modified
- 2026-04-20 07:18:14.473951
- Modification Timestamp
- 2026-04-29T00:09:36Z
- Photo Modified
- 2026-02-03T15:46:55Z
Location Tax Legal Info
- Street Number
- 639
- Street Name
- ESPLANADE Avenue
- Parish
- Orleans
- State
- LA
- Zip Code
- 70116
- Tax Assessment Number
- 639 ESPLANADE AVE
- Directions
- From Rampart St. toward River, take a left on Royal. House is on the corner. Bounding Streets: Royal, Chartres, Barracks, Kerlerec
General Property Description
- # Bedrooms
- 5
- Baths - Full
- 3
- Baths - 1/2
- Yes
- Total Baths
- 3.1
- SqFt - Living
- 4057
- SqFt - Total
- 5393
- SqFt - Source
- Appraiser
- Stories
- 3
- Year Built
- 1900
- Acreage Range
- 0 - 0.5
- Lot Dimensions
- 30 X 106
- Pool on Subject Property
- No
Originating Details
- Originating System ID
- ROAMM
- Originating System Key
- 56872179
- Originating System Listing ID
- 2540668
- Originating System Name
- ROAM Matrix
Location, Tax & Legal Info
- Legal Desc
- SQ. 155 LOT E OR PT LOT7, ESPLANADE AND ROYAL 30 X 106, SGLE W/FR 2STORY 12 RMS, S/R DBLE GAR
Remarks & Misc
- Remarks
- A masterpiece of Creole grandeur, 639 Esplanade is where the French Quarter meets the Marigny. Rarely does an opportunity arise to own a piece of living history on New Orleans' most prestigious residential promenade. Nestled under the ancient, moss-draped canopy of Esplanade Avenue, this magnificent home stands as a testament to the golden age of Creole architecture. This property is not merely a residence: it is a sanctuary of sophistication, offering an unparalleled lifestyle for the owner of historic properties. From the moment you approach the wrought-iron gates on the front, you are transported to a world of 19th-century elegance, seamlessly blended with the luxurious necessities of modern metropolitan living. Architectural splendor and historic integrity: the facade is a lesson in classical symmetry, boasting meticulous and expansive balconies that overlook the vibrant pulse of the city. Upon entering the foyer, guests are greeted by a soaring 13-foot ceiling adorned with very old, hand-carved medallions and intricate crown moldings. The finely finished wooden floors flow effortlessly through a double parlor designed for intimate entertaining. Massive old pocket doors in stripped wood allow for a fluid transition between the formal sitting room and the less formal bar area, both of which have many windows covered with twenty-first-century magnatite, allowing for a virtually SILENT interior on all three floors. The kitchen serves as the heart of this historic gem masterfully redesigned to satisfy the most demanding chef without compromising the home's heritage. Stainless steel appliances, a gas stove anchored by a casual breakfast area leading to a large and most valuable mudroom containing a back stairway as well as an exterior door leading to a covered parking area, grill, and seating area that provides a sunny and well-protected child/pet area. This home is for those with exquisite taste and a love of an active and convenient city life. A list of recent improvements is attached.
More Information
Office/Member/Contract Info
- List AOR
- NOMAR
Style
- Victorian
- Yes
Parking
- Carport
- Yes
- Detached
- Yes
Construction
- Frame
- Yes
Foundation
- Piers
- Yes
Exterior
- Balcony
- Yes
Fireplace
- Gas Log
- Yes
Roof
- Composition
- Yes
Heating
- Central
- Yes
Cooling
- 2 or More Units
- Yes
- Central Air
- Yes
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Disposal
- Yes
- Ice Machine
- Yes
- Microwave
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
Utilities
- Elec: Entergy
- Yes
Rooms
- Bathroom 1
- Yes
- Bedroom 1
- Yes
- Dining Room
- Yes
- Family Room
- Yes
- Foyer
- Yes
- Kitchen
- Yes
- Living Room
- Yes
- Primary Bathroom
- Yes
- Primary Bedroom
- Yes
- Pantry
- Yes
- Bedroom 2
- Yes
- Bedroom 3
- Yes
- Bedroom 4
- Yes
- Bathroom 2
- Yes
- Bathroom 3
- Yes
Waterfront
- Lake/Pond
- Yes
Fencing
- Brick
- Yes
- Full
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Lot
- Corner
- Yes
Property Features
Style:
Victorian
Parking:
Carport; Detached
Construction:
Frame
Foundation:
Piers
Roof:
Composition
Fireplace:
Gas Log
Heating:
Central
Cooling:
2 or More Units; Central Air
Appliances:
Dishwasher; Disposal; Ice Machine; Microwave; Refrigerator
Rooms:
Bathroom 1; Bedroom 1; Dining Room; Family Room; Foyer; Kitchen; Living Room; Pantry; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3
Fencing:
Brick; Full; Other
Lot:
Corner
Exterior:
Balcony
Waterfront:
Lake/Pond
Utilities:
Elec: Entergy
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Width | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pantry | 3.40 | 11.20 | Pantry |
| Primary Bathroom | 4.10 | 9.50 | Primary Bathroom |
| Family Room | 12.50 | 16.60 | Family Room |
| Bedroom 1 | 14.60 | 13.90 | Bedroom |
| Bathroom 1 | 4.90 | 7.90 | Bathroom |
| Dining Room | 13.90 | 13.80 | Dining Room |
| Living Room | 14.20 | 16.80 | Living Room |
| Bathroom 2 | 9.30 | 5.70 | Bathroom |
| Bedroom 2 | 15.15 | 11.50 | Bedroom |
| Primary Bedroom | 19.11 | 23.10 | Primary Bedroom |
| Foyer | 6.50 | 8.50 | Foyer |
| Bathroom 3 | 6.50 | 8.80 | Half Bath |
| Bedroom 3 | 17.60 | 14.10 | Bedroom |
| Kitchen | 16.10 | 11.20 | Kitchen |
| Bedroom 4 | 9.10 | 10.60 | Bedroom |
IDX
Listing Office:
Compass Garden District (LATT18)
Last Updated: April - 29 - 2026
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