1859 Historic mansion in New Orleans, Louisiana - $2.6 Million
Luxurious Historic mansion for sale in New Orleans, Louisiana. Extensive renovations, carved staircase, intricate crown molding, gourmet kitchen with Italian marble, carriage house, 5 bedrooms, 6382 square feet. $2,650,000.
House overview
This stunning historic mansion, built in 1859 for Captain Leathers, sits on a sprawling corner lot just one block from St. Charles Ave. This pristine, luxurious home has been meticulously restored to modern functionality while also maintaining the home’s exquisite original features.
The extensive renovations, which were completed in 2012, also include replacement of all electrical, all new copper plumbing and 4 new HVAC systems. Additionally, a new roof was just installed this summer.
Interior
The double gallery front porches with ornate scrolled ironwork lead to a beautiful front entrance flanked with stained glass.
Inside, the grand center hall, which extends from the front door to the rear entry, is adorned with Baccarat Chandeliers and a carved staircase.
The grand formal rooms with 14’ ceilings boast intricate crown molding, ornate plaster ceiling medallions, original gilded mirrors and chandeliers, floor to ceiling windows, plus beautiful wood floors and mantels.
The large gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets has a large center island topped with Italian marble, dining area and butler’s pantry plus a wet bar. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the large comfortable den with a wood-burning fireplace.
Other floors and features
The second floor houses a large upstairs landing, surrounded by 4 bedrooms and a laundry room.
The elegant primary bedroom has a lovely sitting area with gas fireplace, custom built walk-in closet and gorgeous marble bath with steam shower and soaking tub.
Additionally, off of the landing is an outdoor porch leading to a separate guest room with ensuite bath, currently used as an office.
The house also has an elevator, mudroom, wine room, inviting back porches, and gated parking for multiple cars.
The beautiful side and rear yards with lovely manicured gardens, take up half of the city block, and provide private and tranquil outdoor living.
Carriage house
The grounds also include an incredible 1,820 square feet two story carriage house that was renovated in 2020, and is not included in the square footage.
Downstairs in the carriage house is a full eat-in kitchen, study, half bath, and a great room with French doors overlooking the garden and patio. Upstairs in the carriage house are two bedrooms, each with ensuite baths, laundry, plus a sitting room.
The carriage house has been used for STR, rental income figures available upon request. New roof installed July 2024.
House details
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 6
Interior area: 6,382 sqft
Lot size: 0.50 Acres
Year built: 1859
Style: Single-Family
State: Louisiana
Price: $2,650,000
Photos and info: McEnery Residential, LLC
Contact: Maria Argote and Katherine Eshleman, McEnery Residential, LLC
Tel: (504) 388-6506
Tel: (504) 606-1407
Office: (504) 605-4400
Email: mfargote@gmail.com
Address: 2027 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130
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