About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 1120 5TH Street in Gretna, LA is listed for $230,000 ($130 per sqft). Built in 1897, the home offers 1,764 sqft of living space on a 0.08 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1897
  • 0.08 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
2 full
1897

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

Historic 1897 Gem in the Heart of Old Gretna: A rare opportunity awaits! Held by the same family since its construction, this 100+ year-old home sits at the quiet end of 5th Street in historic Mechanickham. Realize the added, long term value & appeal, living just steps away from the exciting city revitalization initiative in one of the area's most sought-after historic communities.

Classic front porch w/floor to ceiling windows & original working shutters. Packed with architectural character, this property offers incredible potential for a stunning personal renovation, flip or investment project. To increase your options further, the ADJACENT LOT is also available for purchase-offering two lots of record to expand, build a second home &/or garage & workshop or create a private outdoor oasis.

Soaring 11' PLUS ceilings across 5 spacious rooms & 2 full baths, complete w/an updated kitchen & a cozy sunroom spanning the rear of the home. 3 fireplaces, original solid wood doors w/transoms, stained-glass windows & original moldings & many original light fixtures throughout.

Original wood floors in the dining room w/wood flooring believed to be preserved underneath the carpeted areas. Unbeatable Location & Lifestyle Located just 2 blocks from the Mississippi River Levee and 3 blocks from Huey P. Long Avenue, enjoy effortless access to the best of Historic Old Gretna.

Walk & Bike to the Gretna Heritage Festival, Farmers Market, Cultural Center, Jefferson Memorial Plaza, local parks & vibrant neighborhood restaurants. This preferred Flood Zone X property offers quick access to the Gretna Ferry, riverfront and an easy commute directly into the New Orleans CBD. Call today to schedule your private viewing and explore the possibilities!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,230/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$166
Interest$997
Insurance$67

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1120 5TH Street

Gretna, LA 70053

New Mechanickham

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Fence

Property Details

Parking

Off Street

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

DishwasherRange/Oven

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 1120 5TH Street is listed at $230,000 ($130/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,230 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1897, 0.08 acre lot, Fireplace. Exterior Features: Fence.

This property is listed by Michelle Pennino.

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Michelle Pennino

Agent at Metropolitan Real Estate Services & Associates, Inc

Listed by Metropolitan Real Estate Services & Associates, Inc · Broker phone: (985) 626-1561 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 2573804· Source: New Orleans Metropolitan Association of REALTORS®· 63 days on PropertySimple

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1120 5TH Street, Gretna, LA 70053

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