12540 N Lake Carmel Dr, New Orleans, LA, 70128
About This Home
This beautifully designed 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home located in the highly desirable Lake Carmel subdivision. Featuring 10-foot ceilings and crown molding throughout, this residence combines elegance with comfort. Step inside to a spacious living room highlighted by recessed lighting and a cozy gas fireplace, for both entertaining and relaxing evenings. The huge master suite boasts vaulted ceilings and a luxurious layout that creates a true retreat. The kitchen and living areas flow seamlessly, offering plenty of storage and thoughtful design details throughout. With a 2-car garage and ample space, this home is as practical as it is beautiful. Out back, enjoy serene mornings and peaceful evenings as you overlook your very own private lake view which gives a rare and tranquil feature that sets this home apart.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 2007
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick,Stucco,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Oven,Range,Refrigerator
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Granite Counters
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,015
- Total interior livable area: 2,617 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 18 x 9
Living Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 33 x 25
Master Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 39W071430
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered
Lot
- Lot size: 8,250 sqft
- Features: City Lot,Rectangular Lot,Pond on Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 75 x 110
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage,Off Street,Three or more Spaces
- Has garage: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,643 | $19,716 |
| Home Insurance * | $764 | $9,168 |
| Property Taxes | $230 | $2,760 |
| Electricity | $197 | $2,374 |
| Total | $2,834 | $34,008 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-05 | Listed for sale | $325,000 |
| 2026-03-02 | Pending sale | $325,000 |
| 2026-01-14 | Price change | $325,000 |
| 2025-09-24 | Listing removed | $3,000 |
| 2025-09-12 | Listed for sale | $340,000 |
| 2025-09-06 | Listed for rent | $3,000 |
| 2015-04-25 | Listing removed | $250,000 |
| 2015-02-20 | Price change | $250,000 |
| 2014-10-30 | Listed for sale | $260,000 |
| 2006-11-14 | Sold | -- |
| 2002-12-18 | Sold | -- |
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