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Single family home for sale at 1608 Governor Nicholls St, New Orleans, LA 70116 | MLS# 2564903 | Listing updated on 2026-06-26
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$1,149,000

Monthly Est:$5,719

  • Beds Icon8 Beds
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    8 Baths
  • Beds Icon7,000sqft

1608 Governor Nicholls St, New Orleans, LA 70116

$5,719/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1856

  • $-- HOA

  • 11,495.48 sqft lot

  • $164/sq.ft

Description

Own a piece of history in this beautiful Louis Chalon house that was built between 1851 and 1860. Property includes main house with 5 bedrooms AND 3 private apartments that can be rented out or used for your guests. This stately residence offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern luxury. Period features include ornate cast iron railing exterior porches, large walk-through windows, working shutters, historic decor and trim. Main house kitchen is complete with all the modern touches such as granite counter tops, lots of cabinet storage, stainless appliances, large pantry and more. Has 3 Guest Suites in the rear.
Located only 5 blocks from the French Quarter, you
and your guests can easily stroll to the heart of the French Quarter to enjoy the festivities and fine dining or enjoy the front porch of this mansion and it's charming streets and friendly community atmosphere.

  • Houzeo last checked: 1 hour ago
  • Listing updated: June 26, 2026 at 2:54 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Harry Varnadore (504) 450-6916 | NextHome Premier Realtors (504) 323-6202
  • Source: New Orleans Metropolitan AOR (NOMAR) MLS-LA | MLS#: 2564903 New Orleans Metropolitan AOR (NOMAR) MLS-LA

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    3

  • County

    Orleans County

  • City

    New Orleans

  • Neighborhood

    Treme Lafitte

  • Year Built

    1856

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    7,000 sqft

  • Lot Size

    11,495.48 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    New Orleans Metropolitan AOR (NOMAR) MLS

  • MLS Number

    2564903

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    105

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 8

    Bathrooms: 8

  • Bedroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 208.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 16 x 13

  • Bedroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 304.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 16 x 19

  • Bedroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 156.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13 x 12

  • PrimaryBedroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 357.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 17 x 21

  • Bedroom

    Level: First

    Area: 323.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 17 x 19

  • Bedroom

    Level: First

    Area: 1150.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 23 x 50

  • Bedroom

    Level: First

    Area: 306.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 17 x 18

  • Bedroom

    Level: First

    Area: 108.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 9 x 12

Interior

  • Heating

    Multiple Heating Units

  • Cooling

    Ductless, Wall Units

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1856

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Victorian

  • Roof

    Shingle

  • Property Condition

    Very Good Condition

  • Construction Materials

    Wood Siding

  • Foundation Details

    Raised

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Parking Features

    Off Street, Three Or More Spaces

  • Fireplace Features

    Other

Other Features

  • Lot Features

    City Lot, Irregular Lot

Price History

DateEventPrice

05/09/2026

Source: mls_logoNew Orleans Metropolitan AOR (NOMAR) MLS-LA #2487921

Price Decreased

$1,149,000 -8.01%

$164/sqft

01/27/2026

Source: mls_logoNew Orleans Metropolitan AOR (NOMAR) MLS-LA #2487921

Listed for Sale

$1,249,000 -7.48%

$178/sqft

11/29/2025

Source: mls_logoREALTOR® Association of Acadiana (Lafayette) MLS-LA #NO2487919

Listing Removed

$1,350,000

$193/sqft

11/29/2025

Source: mls_logoREALTOR® Association of Acadiana (Lafayette) MLS-LA #NO2517741

Off Market

$1,350,000

$193/sqft

04/11/2025

Source: mls_logoNew Orleans Metropolitan AOR (NOMAR) MLS-LA #2487919

Price Decreased

$1,350,000 -6.90%

$193/sqft

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