916 Kentucky St, New Orleans, LA, 70117
About This Home
Step into the charm and character of historic New Orleans with this classic cottage nestled in the heart of the vibrant Bywater/St. Claude area. Behind the gated front yard, you'll find a home filled with timeless architectural details, including soaring ceilings, original hardwood floors, decorative fireplaces, tall windows, and beautiful crown molding throughout. The spacious interior offers multiple living areas with flexible room configurations to suit your lifestyle. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and generous workspace, while preserving the home's historic appeal. Large rooms filled with natural light create an inviting atmosphere perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. A substantial rear addition provides additional living space, including a large bonus room, spacious laundry/storage area, and a well-appointed bathroom. Outside, the fenced backyard offers privacy and room to garden, relax, or customize to your vision. A detached storage building provides extra functionality and storage options. Conveniently located just minutes from the French Quarter, Crescent Park, local restaurants, coffee shops, and neighborhood favorites, this property presents an excellent opportunity for homeowners, investors, or anyone seeking an authentic New Orleans lifestyle.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Average Condition
- Year built: 1924
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Oven,Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 9.11 X 5.70
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 13.70 X 13.70
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12.90 X 13.70
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Stainless Steel Appliances,Cable TV
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Gas,Multiple Heating Units,Other
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,159
- Total interior livable area: 1,159 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 9.80 X 14.80
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 5.10 X 9.30
Living Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12.10 X 13.90
Other
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 19.10 X 10.90
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 39W201815
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fence
Lot
- Lot size: 3,088 sqft
- Features: City Lot,Rectangular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 30 x 103
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
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
- Coastal Flooding
- 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 | $1,213 | $14,556 |
| Home Insurance * | $373 | $4,476 |
| Property Taxes | $230 | $2,760 |
| Electricity | $147 | $1,773 |
| Total | $1,963 | $23,556 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Price change | $220,000 |
| 2026-08-07 | Price change | $230,000 |
| 2026-07-23 | Price change | $240,000 |
| 2026-06-16 | Listed for sale | $250,000 |
| 2025-09-25 | Listing removed | $209,000 |
| 2025-05-20 | Listed for sale | $209,000 |
| 2025-03-12 | Contingent | $209,000 |
| 2025-01-08 | Price change | $209,000 |
| 2024-12-18 | Price change | $215,000 |
| 2024-11-27 | Price change | $219,000 |
| 2024-10-07 | Price change | $274,900 |
| 2024-07-22 | Price change | $289,999 |
| 2024-07-10 | Listed for sale | $299,999 |
| 2024-06-17 | Listing removed | $300,000 |
| 2024-03-09 | Price change | $300,000 |
| 2024-01-05 | Listed for sale | $420,000 |
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