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Single family home for sale at 636 Congress St, New Orleans, LA 70117 | MLS# 2580610 | Listing updated on 2026-10-27
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$465,000

Monthly Est:$2,314

  • Beds Icon2 Beds
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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,297sqft

636 Congress St, New Orleans, LA 70117

$2,314/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1840

  • $-- HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $359/sq.ft

Description

Step into the historic charm of this gorgeous Bywater home, originally built circa 1840 and thoughtfully renovated in 2006 to maintain a blend of the timeless character with modern comfort. The inviting living room features beautiful wood floors, soaring 12-foot ceilings, an original mantel, and exposed brick, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen. The kitchen offers an eat-in counter, ample wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range. This charming residence features 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite with generous closet space and a beautifully renovated en suite bath completed in 2023, featuring a luxurious clawfoot soaking tub, separate shower, and French doors opening onto a screened-in porch. Outside, enjoy the quintessential New Orleans lifestyle with a screened-in porch, expansive deck, patio, and covered pergola, all surrounded by lush greenery and fragrant jasmine. Nestled in the vibrant Bywater neighborhood among popular restaurants, local hotspots, and neighborhood favorites, this exceptional home offers historic character, inviting outdoor spaces, and the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining.

  • Houzeo last checked: 5 hours ago
  • Listing updated: October 27, 2026 at 5:40 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Margaret L Washburn (504) 909-0824 DRE #995697093 | REVE, REALTORS (504) 300-0700
  • Source: Regional One Access Multiple Listing Service | MLS#: 2580610 Regional One Access Multiple Listing Service

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Orleans County

  • City

    New Orleans

  • Neighborhood

    Bywater

  • Year Built

    1840

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,297 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Regional One Access Multiple Listing Service

  • MLS Number

    2580610

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    6

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 2

    Bathrooms: 2

Interior

  • Heating

    Central, Other

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Appliances

    Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer

  • Cooling

    Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Other

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1840

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Roof

    Shingle

  • Construction Materials

    Wood Siding

  • Architectural Style

    Traditional

  • Foundation Details

    Raised

Utilities & Energy

  • Parking Features

    None

  • Utilities

    Natural Gas Available

  • Laundry Features

    Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

  • Water Source

    Public

Other Features

  • Lot Features

    Other

  • Disclosures

    Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions, Property As Is

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Porch, Patio: Pavers, Covered, Screened

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/23/2026

Source: mls_logoRegional One Access Multiple Listing Service #2580610

Listed for Sale

$465,000 +23150.00%

$359/sqft

06/19/2024

Source: mls_logoRegional One Access Multiple Listing Service #2451530

Price Decreased

$2,000 -99.57%

$2/sqft

06/29/2023

Source: mls_logoNew Orleans Metropolitan AOR (NOMAR) MLS-LA #2318763

Price Decreased

$462,000 -2.74%

$356/sqft

11/19/2021

Source: mls_logoRegional One Access Multiple Listing Service #2318763

Price Increased

$475,000 +100.00%

$366/sqft

05/31/2006

Source: mls_logoRegional One Access Multiple Listing Service #617254

Price Increased

$237,500 +24.02%

$183/sqft

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