8221 ZIMPLE Street, New Orleans, LA 70118 (MLS# NO2498285)

8221 ZIMPLE Street, New Orleans, LA 70118

$525,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,600 Status: Active
Current Price: $525,000 List Date: 4/24/2025 Last Modified: 2/03/2026

Description

Welcome to The Zimpel Life -- where creativity, culture, and community blend seamlessly. This classic New Orleans 2-bedroom, 2-bath shotgun home is located just a block off Oak St on the beloved Zimpel Street--home to the legendary Zimpeltons and renowned for its warm, bohemian spirit. Step inside this vibrant artist's haven, where stunning murals by acclaimed artists like Jeremy Novy, Muck Rock, Katrina Brees, and Shannon Rockefeller adorn the walls, turning every room into a living gallery. The welcoming front porch, made for rocking & relaxing, sets the tone for a home filled with personality & light. High ceilings, original wood floors, and an abundance of natural light create an open, airy vibe throughout. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered side patio, draped in vibrant colors and curtains that offer extra privacy. The spacious living area features custom-built wood shelving and a charming dining nook with an original, non-working fireplace framed in intricate tile. The kitchen is designed for both functionality and style, with tile flooring, custom wood cabinetry, sleek granite countertops, and a butcher block-style island--perfect for conversation while you prepare a delicious meal on the gas range. Both generously sized bedroom suites offer ample closet space, ensuring plenty of room for all your storage needs.Step into your private backyard sanctuary, complete with a vintage outdoor clawfoot tub, nestled beside a tranquil fish pond and the soothing sound of a waterfall. Steps from the legendary Maple Leaf Bar and Jacques-Imo's, one of the city's most iconic restaurants. The streetcar, only a block away, connects you to the French Quarter, CBD, Tulane, Loyola, and beyond. The neighborhood is rich with art galleries, bookstores, coffee shops, restaurants, salons, and artisan merchants. This isn't just a home; it's a sanctuary. Come live The Zimpel Life, where every day is infused with creativity and connection.

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More Information MLS# NO2498285

Listing Info

Delayed Marketing: No List Price/SqFt: 358.12 Property Attached: No Document Modified: 2026-02-02 19:12:00.977246 Status: Active Listing Date: 2025-04-24 Listing Price: 525000 Current Price: $525,000 Type: Single Family Residence Modification Timestamp: 2026-02-03T01:12:00Z Photo Modified: 2026-02-02T23:46:57Z

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Legal Desc: SQ 135 PT LOTS 21-22 ZIMPLE

General Property Description

Lot Dimensions: 32 x 120 Stories: 1 SqFt - Living: 1466 SqFt - Source: Measured SqFt - Total: 1600 Acreage Range: 0 - 0.5 Pool on Subject Property: No # Bedrooms: 2 Baths - Full: 2 Total Baths: 2 Year Built: 1891

Remarks & Misc

Remarks: Welcome to The Zimpel Life -- where creativity, culture, and community blend seamlessly. This classic New Orleans 2-bedroom, 2-bath shotgun home is located just a block off Oak St on the beloved Zimpel Street--home to the legendary Zimpeltons and renowned for its warm, bohemian spirit. Step inside this vibrant artist's haven, where stunning murals by acclaimed artists like Jeremy Novy, Muck Rock, Katrina Brees, and Shannon Rockefeller adorn the walls, turning every room into a living gallery. The welcoming front porch, made for rocking & relaxing, sets the tone for a home filled with personality & light. High ceilings, original wood floors, and an abundance of natural light create an open, airy vibe throughout. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered side patio, draped in vibrant colors and curtains that offer extra privacy. The spacious living area features custom-built wood shelving and a charming dining nook with an original, non-working fireplace framed in intricate tile. The kitchen is designed for both functionality and style, with tile flooring, custom wood cabinetry, sleek granite countertops, and a butcher block-style island--perfect for conversation while you prepare a delicious meal on the gas range. Both generously sized bedroom suites offer ample closet space, ensuring plenty of room for all your storage needs.Step into your private backyard sanctuary, complete with a vintage outdoor clawfoot tub, nestled beside a tranquil fish pond and the soothing sound of a waterfall. Steps from the legendary Maple Leaf Bar and Jacques-Imo's, one of the city's most iconic restaurants. The streetcar, only a block away, connects you to the French Quarter, CBD, Tulane, Loyola, and beyond. The neighborhood is rich with art galleries, bookstores, coffee shops, restaurants, salons, and artisan merchants. This isn't just a home; it's a sanctuary. Come live The Zimpel Life, where every day is infused with creativity and connection.

Office/Member/Contract Info

List AOR: NOMAR

Siding

Wood: 1

Foundation

Piers: 1

Exterior

Outdoor Shower: 1

Patio

Porch: 1

Fireplace

Other: 1

Roof

Composition: 1

Heating

Central: 1

Cooling

Central Air: 1

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Dryer: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Washer: 1

Utilities

Elec: Entergy: 1

Countertops

Granite: 1

Rooms

Bathroom 1: 1 Bedroom 1: 1 Dining Room: 1 Kitchen: 1 Living Room: 1 Primary Bathroom: 1 Primary Bedroom: 1 Other: 1

Fencing

Wood: 1 Other: 1

Originating Details

Originating System ID: ROAMM Originating System Key: 50953097 Originating System Listing ID: 2498285 Originating System Name: ROAM Matrix

Location Tax Legal Info

Street Number: 8221 Street Name: ZIMPLE Street Parish: Orleans State: LA Zip Code: 70118 Tax Assessment Number: 716110613 Directions: Bounding Streets: Dublin Dante Oak

Property Features

Siding: Wood Foundation: Piers Roof: Composition Fireplace: Other Heating: Central Cooling: Central Air Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Refrigerator; Washer Countertops: Granite Rooms: Bathroom 1; Bedroom 1; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Other; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom Fencing: Wood; Other Patio: Porch Exterior: Outdoor Shower Utilities: Elec: Entergy

Room Information

Bathroom 1 Length: 5.80 Width: 7.30 Remarks: Bathroom Primary Bedroom Length: 15.30 Width: 14.10 Remarks: Primary Bedroom Dining Room Length: 7.50 Width: 14.10 Remarks: Dining Room Living Room Length: 10.10 Width: 14.10 Remarks: Living Room Kitchen Length: 14.20 Width: 14.10 Remarks: Kitchen Bedroom 1 Length: 15.40 Width: 11.20 Remarks: Bedroom Other Length: 5.80 Width: 7.30 Remarks: Other Primary Bathroom Length: 9.20 Width: 10.10 Remarks: Primary Bathroom
Listing Office: Compass Historic (LATT09)
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Last Updated: February - 03 - 2026
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