5 New Orleans Wow! Houses In The Historic Garden District

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Tucked away inside the city limits are homes that are so big and elegant they make folks say, “Wow, I wonder who lives there?” Most of us can only dream of hitting the jackpot and living in one of these homes built during the Civil War-era but updated with modern amenities. All are listed by Patch's real estate partner, realtor.com.

If we lived in an Antebellum mansion, we’d still clamor for spacious kitchens, large courtyards, swimming pools, balconies, fireplaces in different parts of the house — like the master suite — and probably even a room for our pets. Houses like these most likely should have a separate room to count your money.

If you get a nice upgrade at work and fluffed salary, or if you win the mega millions lottery, then it’s possible to still live in one of the coolest parts of the city, but with a sense of being well-off along with a keen sense of security.

These five properties are located in the historic Garden District.

Topping the list is a throwback to the American Civil War era at 1415 Third Street. This mansion in an Italian Neoclassical Architecture style was supposedly built between 1859-1867. That means it was probably started before the war and finished during Reconstruction. Folks in New Orleans more times than not know their history of the war between the states. Families were usually big back then, so it’s no wonder this single-family home has seven bedrooms and six full bathrooms and two half baths. There’s a two-bed, two-bath carriage house for guests. It has spectacular grounds with a beautiful swimming pool, a kitchen fit for a king and all his men, and snazzy ironwork.

At $6,450,000, I will have to pass on this exquisite antebellum home, but there’s someone out there who might jump on this one before you even have a chance to click and dream.

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Ever want to live in a home that’s been featured in books, magazines and newspapers and even the backdrop for a few movies? Then the Famous Cornstalk Fence Mansion, located at 1448 Fourth St, might be right up your alley? Built in 1860, it’s a structure loved by both visitors and native New Orleanians. The 9,800-square foot home has wrap-around porches on the ground floor with a swing and wrap-around balconies. Julia Childs once cooked in this gigantic kitchen and there are plenty of large rooms for entertaining and living — if that’s your thing. Heck, you may just want to show it off and brag.

It has a large courtyard and beautifully maintained hardwood floors, dazzling chandeliers, multiple fireplaces and Roman columns inside the house. Of course, the perimeter of the home is marked by the iron fence that resembles a cornstalk. This one’s on the market for $4,450,000.

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This home at 2912 Prytania St. built in the 1850’s oozes Old South charm with 21st century amenities. The hardwood floors look magnificent in the long hallways leading underneath antique ornamental lighting. The home underwent a massive renovation in 2012, which added a state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen that’s big enough for entertaining large parties or making a simple Cajun-style home meal.

Outdoors there is an expansive courtyard with professional lighting and a pool in the back. The renovations include a Pelican water softening and purification system and a 33Kw whole-home generator. Cost on this one is just under $4 million.

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The next home on the list is the new kid on the block among the top five, as it was built in 1910 — the only in the top five built after the 19th century. Located at 1512 Seventh St. and just a block from St. Charles Ave., this four-bedroom 3 1/2-bath house is listed for $2,850,000.

You can walk through French doors from the dining room and kitchen that lead to a covered porch. There’s a blue library/study.

If entertaining is your thing then pay attention. Along with manicured grounds outside there is a pool, hot tub, barbeque pit and a pool cabana with a gourmet kitchen with another full bath.

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The fifth home on the list, located at 1331 Philip St., has seven total bedrooms and six full baths with another half bath. The listed price is $2,475,000 in this quiet Garden District neighborhood.

This home built circa 1870 has a master suite on each floor, an office, a two-story guest house, majestic oak tree and swimming pool for those sultry, humid bayou nights.

The outdoor area is perfect for entertaining and safety was paramount during renovations as the four-car driveway has electronic gates.

See more photos and a complete property description on realtor.com