1138 Chartres St New Orleans, LA 70116
French Quarter NeighborhoodEstimated payment $15,948/month
Highlights
- Corner Lot
- 3-minute walk to Ursulines Street Station
- 4-minute walk to Cabrini Playground
About This Home
1138-40 Chartres Street offers an exceptional development opportunity in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter, ideal for transforming into a boutique bed and breakfast, luxury condominiums, or high-end vacation rentals. Just moments from Jackson Square, Royal Street, and world-class dining and entertainment, this dual-structure property blends iconic architectural charm—iron balconies, high ceilings, and original hardwood floors—with exceptional redevelopment flexibility. Its layout and location support a range of lucrative strategies, including multi-unit short-term rentals or themed hospitality offerings, and may qualify for commercial or STR permitting pending city approval. With soaring demand for distinctive accommodations in this historic district, 1138-40 Chartres represents a compelling opportunity to capitalize on the area's strong tourism and rental markets while owning a piece of New Orleans' rich architectural heritage.UNIT 1: 319 SF- 1 BED/ 1 BATHUNIT 2: 262 SF- 1 BED/ 1 BATHUNIT 3: 789 SF- 1 BED/ 1 FULL & 1 HALF BATH UNIT 4: 445 SF- 1 BED/ 1 BATHUNIT 5: 552 SF- 1 BED/ 1 BATHUNIT 6: 360 SF- 1 BED/ 1 BATHOFFICE: 367 SF- 1 BED/ 1 BATH538: 2,589 SF- 2 BEDS/ 3 FULL & 1 HALF BATH
Property Details
Property Type
- Other
Year Built
- Built in 1880
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 48x100
- Corner Lot
- Oversized Lot
- The community has rules related to zoning restrictions
- Zoning described as VCR-2
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 5,683 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Living Quarters
Location
- City Lot
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1, 2
- Assessor Parcel Number 208100510
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $2,439,000 | +106.7% | $429 / Sq Ft |
05/22/2025 05/22/25 | For Sale | $1,180,000 | -- | $381 / Sq Ft |
Source: ROAM MLS
MLS Number: 2504044
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