717 N Howard Ave, Metairie, LA, 70003
About This Home
Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath cottage in the heart of Metairie, where classic character meets thoughtful updates. Step inside to beautiful hardwood floors, fresh warm neutral paint completed in 2026, and a comfortable layout filled with natural light from windows replaced in 2021. The kitchen offers granite countertops and a new gas range/oven with griddle, while the tankless hot water heater adds modern efficiency. Outside, the home continues to impress with beautiful landscaping in both the front and backyard, along with a large wood-decked patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The property also includes a spacious 19’ x 14’ carport and a 32’ x 14’ detached storage area that houses the laundry room and half bathroom, offering great functionality and extra space. Gutters were replaced in 2019, adding to the home’s list of practical updates. Great opportunity to own a well-kept Metairie cottage with charm, updates, and plenty of outdoor living space!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1958
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven,Range
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Features
- Attic,Ceiling Fan(s),Granite Counters,Pull Down Attic Stairs
- Fireplace features: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air,1 Unit
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,757
- Total interior livable area: 900 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 15 x 8
Living Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Master Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Other
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Patio
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 15 x 8.5
Porch
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 5 x 3.5
Storage Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 32 x 14
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0910011999
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Wood,Patio,Porch
- Exterior features: Fence,Porch,Patio
Lot
- Lot size: 6,650 sqft
- Features: Outside City Limits,Rectangular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 133
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway,Two Spaces
- Has uncovered spaces: 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 | $1,036 | $12,432 |
| Home Insurance * | $275 | $3,300 |
| Property Taxes | $97 | $1,164 |
| Electricity | $147 | $1,773 |
| Total | $1,555 | $18,660 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-01 | Listed for sale | $205,000 |
| 2026-07-03 | Listing removed | $205,000 |
| 2026-06-22 | Pending sale | $205,000 |
| 2026-06-08 | Listed for sale | $205,000 |
| 2026-06-02 | Pending sale | $205,000 |
| 2026-05-28 | Listed for sale | $205,000 |
| 2026-05-20 | Pending sale | $205,000 |
| 2026-05-15 | Listed for sale | $205,000 |
| 2019-11-07 | Sold | -- |
| 2019-10-09 | Listed for sale | $169,000 |
| 2019-10-09 | Pending sale | $169,000 |
| 2019-10-02 | Listed for sale | $169,000 |
| 2008-03-12 | Sold | -- |
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