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2259 Humanity St, New Orleans, LA, 70122

3beds
3baths
1,400sqft
$219,000
$156price/sqft
$1,718/moest. monthly cost
$68,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

This beautifully renovated Gentilly brick cottage offers 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, thoughtfully updated in 2021 and ready for immediate move-in. Designed with modern living in mind, the open-concept floor plan creates a seamless flow between living, dining, and kitchen spaces, while all three bedrooms are tucked away along the side of the home, providing privacy and comfort for each occupant. The eat-in kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring a center island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry for storage. Outdoor amenities enhance the home’s appeal, including a welcoming front porch, a covered rear deck for relaxing and entertaining, a large grass backyard, and a private driveway with off-street parking for three or more vehicles. Ideally located with quick access to I-610, this property offers convenient connectivity to Downtown New Orleans and surrounding areas. Blending comfort, convenience, and value, this Gentilly gem is not to be missed.

Getting Around

54
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
41
TransitSome Transit
50
BikeBikeable

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Very Good Condition
  • Year built: 1950

Materials

  • Foundation: Raised
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cottage
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer

Bedroom

  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 12 x 12

Bedroom

  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 12 x 12

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 12.6 x 12

Features

  • Granite Counters,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Fireplace features: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air,1 Unit

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,800
  • Total interior livable area: 1,400 sqft

Living Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 22 x 12

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 16.6 x 14.5

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2259HUMANITYST
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Porch
  • Exterior features: Porch

Lot

  • Lot size: 8,480 sqft
  • Features: City Lot,Oversized Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 53/26-27 x 160/120-40

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Driveway,Three or more 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
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Hurricane
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Lightning
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties

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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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,107$13,284
Home Insurance *$309$3,708
Property Taxes $155$1,860
Electricity $147$1,773
Total$1,718$20,616
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$58,902/yr
40% on housing$51,540/yr
45% on housing$45,813/yr

Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 151,075Commercial: 10,572
Total Premiums$518.28M
Total Exposure$41.71B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 15.0%
15.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.3%
5.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 4.1%
4.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$156This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 70122$133
Orleans Parish$177

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 70122$145
Orleans Parish$199

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-20Listed for sale$219,000
2026-04-07Listing removed$210,000
2025-09-11Listed for sale$210,000
2025-03-12Listing removed$195,000
2025-02-27Contingent$195,000
2025-02-19Listed for sale$195,000
2025-01-07Pending sale$195,000
2025-01-02Listing removed$2,000
2024-12-09Listed for rent$2,000
2024-11-19Price change$195,000
2024-10-15Price change$199,000
2024-10-06Price change$209,000
2024-09-06Listed for sale$210,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentPatrick Knudsen
BrokerageKeller Williams Realty New Orleans

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