838 Jefferson St, Gretna, LA, 70053
About This Home
Completely remodeled and move-in ready, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a desirable corner lot in Gretna. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout, the home offers a fresh, modern feel while maintaining its classic character. The updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and a functional layout for everyday living and entertaining. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new A/C, roof less than 10 years old, new water lines, a new electrical panel, and insulated windows for improved efficiency. Both bathrooms have been updated with clean, modern finishes. Located in Flood Zone X500, this property offers added value and affordability for homeowners. Conveniently situated just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and a quick commute to downtown New Orleans, the location offers both accessibility and neighborhood charm.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Very Good Condition
- Year built: 1879
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Oven,Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 10x11
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12x14
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 13x12
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Granite Counters
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,690
- Total interior livable area: 1,631 sqft
Living Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 13x34
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0100004658
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 5,000 sqft
- Features: Outside City Limits,Rectangular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 48 x 109
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport,Two Spaces
- Carport: 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
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- 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 | $1,461 | $17,532 |
| Home Insurance * | $473 | $5,676 |
| Property Taxes | $137 | $1,644 |
| Electricity | $147 | $1,773 |
| Total | $2,218 | $26,616 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Price change | $289,000 |
| 2026-04-08 | Listed for sale | $295,000 |
| 2025-11-12 | Listing removed | $299,000 |
| 2025-08-15 | Price change | $299,000 |
| 2025-06-18 | Price change | $315,000 |
| 2025-05-10 | Listed for sale | $325,000 |
| 2017-11-14 | Sold | -- |
| 2011-09-27 | Sold | -- |
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