$259,000
SOLD MAY 14, 2020
Last list price

708 Josephine St New Orleans, LA 70130

Lower Garden District Neighborhood
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,148 Sq Ft
4,051 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$226 Per Sq Ft

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Attic
  • Porch
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cottage
  • Courtyard
  • Rectangular Lot

About This Home

As of June 2025

LOCATION~LOCATION IN THE Lower Garden District! 1 Block off Jackson Ave & 3 Blocks to Magazine Street Corridor! Raised Cottage on an Over Sized Lot measuring 32' Wide by 127' Deep. ROOM to ADD onto Main House OR Build Separate Detached Dwelling. Property was Originally configured as a Traditional Double. EASILY Reconfigured into Income Producing Property/Double OR renovate into Grand Single Family Home. X-Flood Zone w/$475 Annual Flood Insurance costs. This is LOCATION! MONEY MAKER ! DO NOT MISS THIS ONE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Smith

Keller Williams Realty New Orleans License #000009641 Listed on: 05/01/2020

Keller Williams Realty New Orleans

Last Buyer's Agent

Colette Meister

United Real Estate Partners, LLC License #000023241

United Real Estate Partners, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,956

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 32 x 127
  • Fenced
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Historic Home
  • Property is in average condition

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Raised Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,148 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Porch

Location

  • City Lot

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4 A
  • Assessor Parcel Number 70130708JosephineST

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,956

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size: 32 x 127
  • Directions: House is located 3 blocks Riverside of Magazine St. on the downtown side of Jackson
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Historic/Antique
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built Details: 100
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Detached,Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Spa Features: None
  • Private Spa: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Cable TV
  • Living Area: 1148.0

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: City Lot, Rectangular Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Courtyard, Fence, Porch
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Property Condition: Average Condition, Resale
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 70130708JosephineST
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 4 A

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2022
Sold by
Brimm Benjamin W
Bought by
Parish Of Orleans

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2020
Closed on
Apr 30, 2020
Sold by
Augustine Cynthia A Smith
Bought by
Avenue Capital Partners La Llc
Seller's Agent
Chris Smith
Keller Williams Realty New Orleans
Buyer's Agent
Colette Meister
United Real Estate Partners, LLC
List Price
$259,000
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-1.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2011
Sold by
Augustine Cynthia A
Bought by
Augustine Cynthia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
4.78%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes $4,639 --
Cash Sale Deed $195,575 Crescent Title Llc
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $240,000 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Sold -- -- --
04/19/2025 04/19/25 For Sale $430,000 +66.0% $382 / Sq Ft
05/14/2020 05/14/20 Sold -- -- --
05/01/2020 05/01/20 For Sale $259,000 -- $226 / Sq Ft
Source: ROAM MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,956 $29,970 $14,220 $15,750
2024 $4,016 $29,970 $14,220 $15,750
2023 $3,273 $24,230 $4,880 $19,350
2022 $3,273 $23,260 $4,880 $18,380
2021 $3,488 $24,230 $4,880 $19,350
2020 $480 $10,130 $4,650 $5,480
2019 $495 $10,130 $4,650 $5,480
2018 $502 $10,130 $4,650 $5,480
2017 $465 $10,130 $4,650 $5,480
2016 $478 $10,130 $4,650 $5,480
2015 $470 $10,130 $4,650 $5,480
2014 -- $10,130 $4,650 $5,480
2013 -- $10,130 $4,650 $5,480
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Colette Meister

    United Real Estate Partners, LLC

    2 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    Colette Meister
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  • E

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    ERIN SONGER

    Homesmart Realty South

    (504) 296-3988

    1 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    ERIN SONGER
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  • Chris Smith

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Chris Smith

    Keller Williams Realty New Orleans

    (504) 231-2004

    35 in this area

    659 Total Sales

    Chris Smith
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Map

Source: ROAM MLS

MLS Number: 2250983

APN: 4-11-1-052-17

Louisiana Orleans Parish New Orleans 70130 Lower Garden District

708 Josephine St, New Orleans, LA

This home is located at 708 Josephine St, New Orleans, LA 70130 and is currently estimated at $259,000, approximately $225 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 708 Josephine St is a home located in Orleans Parish with nearby schools including ReNEW Laurel Academy, International School of Louisiana - Uptown Campus, and Warren Easton Senior High School.

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