lisa heindel: Algier LA 70131:Real Estate Market Update for September 2008 - 10/09/08 12:28 PM
Current real estate market statistics for Algiers LA zip code 70131 excluding English Turn:
218 active listings, priced from $22,000 to $990,000
Average active list price is $191,697
8 listings are pending but continue to show, priced from $19,900 to $385,000
27 under contract, priced from $24,900 to $249,000
Average days … (2 comments)
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lisa heindel: 2008 Gretna Heritage Festival - Closing Day Photos and Video - 10/06/08 05:11 PM
Whew! Another festival has come to a close and it had to be the biggest one yet if the sales at the Krewe of Choctaw booth were any indication.
Thankfully, we had more volunteers this year to help out, so I was able to wander a little bit more … (13 comments)
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lisa heindel: 2008 Gretna Heritage Festival - Photos and Video from Day 2 - 10/05/08 10:43 AM
Before I head back over to Gretna for the final day of the Heritage Festival, I thought I would share some photos from Saturday. The weather was gorgeous, the food was incredible and music was being played on 7 different stages all day and into the night.
I missed the big … (13 comments)
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lisa heindel: 2008 Gretna Heritage Festival - Opening Day - 10/04/08 10:00 AM
I just wanted to share a few photos from the first day of the 2008 Gretna Heritage Festival with you. I didn't get a chance to see everything, but I'm heading back out today to capture some more!
Things kicked off with the West Bank's own Chicken on the Bone on … (10 comments)
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lisa heindel: Gretna Heritage Festival 2008 - Starts Today! - 10/03/08 09:55 AM
The festival is here! The festival is here!
My absolutely must attend West Bank festival is taking place this weekend in the City of Gretna and I can't wait to get out there and hear some great music, eat some fantastic food and try to keep at least a little … (12 comments)
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lisa heindel: Starting Over - 09/24/08 10:00 PM
I don't know about everyone else, but the start of school is kind of like beginning a new year for me. New uniforms, cool backpacks that haven't been written on yet, overflowing with all of the fresh supplies for middle and high schools.
I remember how I started each of … (26 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Hair Salon Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness - 09/21/08 10:18 PM
I ran into my favorite local hairdresser, Alise Lavergne at Regis Salon in Oakwood Mall, last night and found out that the salon will soon be participating in a national campaign to raise funds to fight breast cancer.
On October 18, 2008, Regis Salon will be offering $15 hair cuts … (11 comments)
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lisa heindel: Woodlands Trail and Park Needs Volunteers for National Public Lands Day - 09/18/08 10:54 AM
The destination for hundreds of species of migrating birds each year, Woodlands Trail encompasses 609 acres of land in Algiers and is part of the America's Wetland Birding Trail.
Some fantastic volunteers spent this past weekend helping clear trails, installing signs and putting up wood duck nesting boxes. But the … (4 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans LA West Bank: August 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports - 09/17/08 09:21 PM
Here we are, mid way through September and well on our way to the end of 2008. There has been a lot of turmoil in the last few weeks, what with evacuations for Hurricane Gustav, coastal flooding with Ike and recent not-so-good economic news. Hopefully, life is getting back to normal … (7 comments)
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lisa heindel: That's No Way to Treat A Soldier - 09/16/08 09:43 PM
I received an email yesterday from a couple who will be relocating to the NAS JRB New Orleans base soon. They had been in regular contact with an agent in my area who was sending them listings week after week. "Had been" being the operative words.
The agent was johnny … (40 comments)
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lisa heindel: 6226 Rhodes Avenue New Orleans LA 70131 ~ New Price! - 09/11/08 08:16 AM
Comfort just got more affordable!
This lovely 3 bedroom brick ranch home in Old Aurora has a new price of only $159,900. With formal living and dining rooms, a large den, convenient kitchen with attached breakfast area and an oversized lot, it's just waiting for you...
To arrange a private … (11 comments)
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lisa heindel: Reason #264 to Hire a Local REALTOR® to Sell Your Home - 09/09/08 08:18 PM
OK, so I haven't really laid out #1 through #263 for you. We're skipping ahead today, to one of the most important reasons you should make sure that the REALTOR® you hire to market and sell your home is a local one - especially if you have already moved to another … (31 comments)
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lisa heindel: Jefferson Parish Residents: Report Your Hurricane Damage to the Parish! - 09/08/08 05:43 PM
If you live in or own a business in Jefferson Parish (East Bank or West Bank) and had water or structural damage from Hurricane Gustav, the parish wants to know about it!
Jefferson Parish officials are attempting to gain an accurate count of damaged properties in order to apply for … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: 139 Alix Street New Orleans, LA 70114 ~ Algiers Point Home for Sale ~ Real Estate Video - 08/28/08 10:11 AM
When walking through the streets of Algiers Point, I'm always enthralled by the amazing architecture that's in the area. To find a newly built home that blends in perfectly with the history surrounding it is a rarity....
VideoAd by Mixpo
For more information or a private showing of 139 … (3 comments)
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lisa heindel: Let Them Eat Cake - 08/26/08 11:16 PM
I found myself between appointments today - not enough time to head back to the office but enough that heading to the next property meant sitting in the car waiting...and waiting. Instead, I stopped in at Parrot Pete's for an afternoon snack. After all, they do have a very nice selection … (14 comments)
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lisa heindel: Operation Facelift Offers Grants to Algiers Business Owners - 08/25/08 06:47 PM
There is more exciting news for the Algiers business community!
The Algiers Community Foundation and the Algiers Economic Development Foundation will be awarding a total of $50,000 in grants to business owners along General Meyer Avenue in Algiers in a project that has been named Operation Facelift.
Individual grants of up … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: Marrero LA Home for Rent ~ 5437 Tusa Drive in Oak Cove - 08/25/08 03:04 PM
Not everyone is ready to take the plunge into home ownership. And not everyone wants to live in an apartment or townhouse.
Solve those problems by renting a single family home on the West Bank of New Orleans! Just listed in Marrero LA, 5437 Tusa, in the Oak Cove subdivision, is … (4 comments)
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lisa heindel: The Parks of Plaquemines - A New Belle Chasse LA Community - 08/21/08 08:22 AM
Belle Chasse is growing again! Take a drive down Woodland Highway and you'll see the signs. Slow down enough and you can see that just behind the tree line there is a flurry of clearing activity happening. A new residential development, The Parks of Plaquemines, is in the works and awaiting … (3 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans LA West Bank Real Estate: August 2008 Real Estate Supply and Demand - 08/18/08 08:37 PM
From West Bank Living come the most recent absorption reports detailing supply and demand for real estate on the West Bank of New Orleans.
Algiers
Algiers LA 70131 Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Rates for August 2008
Algiers LA 70114 Homes for Sale and Real Estate Absorption Report for … (4 comments)
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lisa heindel: Gretna Heritage Festival Music Line Up Announced - 08/16/08 10:14 PM
My absolute favorite festival on the West Bank is the Gretna Heritage Festival, held the first weekend of October each year.
There are enough things for the kids to do and ride and eat and play on that I could easily go broke in 3 short days, but we've learned … (15 comments)
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lisa heindel: Springwood Estates: Come Home to Belle Chasse - 08/16/08 04:46 PM
Located in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, Springwood Estates has some of the newest homes in Plaquemines Parish. Developed in 2002, Springwood Estates has new and resale homes along with vacant lots that have access to all utilities. Choose your own builder and watch a patch of grass be transformed from bare land … (5 comments)
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lisa heindel: 1334 Monroe Street Gretna LA 70053 - Home for Sale in Historic McDonoghville - 08/15/08 04:02 PM
Completely renovated top to bottom in 2006, this adorable shotgun single is now available. Here's your chance to live within the city limits of Gretna LA for under $125,000! (Pssst - the average Gretna home sale price in July 2008 was over $156,000)
1334 Monroe sits on the corner of … (13 comments)
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lisa heindel: Algiers Federal City One Step Closer to Reality - 08/15/08 08:15 AM
I can't begin to express how pleased I am that the proposed Federal City in Algiers seems to be moving forward!
What is the Federal City?
Scheduled to open on the existing Naval Support Activity in Algiers, the City is expected to house multiple military offices, with 2,000 … (8 comments)
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lisa heindel: Jazzin' Up Algiers with a New Hot Spot! - 08/13/08 01:52 PM
Are you a jazz fan looking for a new dining spot on the West Bank of New Orleans?
Look no further than right here in Algiers and check out The Suite Jazz Cafe, a jazz and supper club offering dinner and Sunday brunches. I had the chance to drop in and … (16 comments)
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lisa heindel: Are You Sure It's Not Monday? - 08/12/08 10:04 PM
I've read all of the warnings. I even put it on my to-do list, but pesky little things like life and business kept getting in the way all of the time. So it got pushed off....put on the back burner...insert your favorite procrastination cliche here...
Until this morning.
I woke up, … (40 comments)
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lisa heindel: 4 Things You Should Expect From Your Listing Agent - 08/11/08 11:39 PM
Choosing the right agent to list and sell your New Orleans West Bank home has become more important than ever. Inventory rates are at historic highs in some neighborhoods and choosing the person who is responsible for helping you move on to the next phase of your life should NOT … (44 comments)
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lisa heindel: Got Time? - 08/11/08 05:04 PM
People who are moving because of a job change or transfer usually have a specific time frame for when they need to be in their new city. Jobs have a report to work date, kids may need to be enrolled in school and you'll need time to find a place to live … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: Bocage: A Great Algiers Community - 08/09/08 08:05 PM
Bocage is a well established neighborhood in Algiers, on the West Bank of New Orleans. Conveniently located off of General de Gaulle, it provides easy access to the CBD, shopping, schools and churches. Streets named for French mademoiselles are lined with mature oak trees, providing a peaceful atmosphere and the perfect place … (4 comments)
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lisa heindel: 3135 Plymouth Place New Orleans LA 70131: Algiers Home for Sale - 08/08/08 11:41 AM
Don't be fooled by the quiet exterior - this one has a few secrets!
New on the market, 3135 Plymouth Place is an Algiers home for sale that has a few surprises hidden behind the traditional ranch exterior including:
4 bedrooms (dual master suites!) and 3 full baths
A reconfigured … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: Art and Linen: A Night Out in New Orleans (LOCALISM FEATURED) - 08/07/08 06:51 PM
This past Saturday, just like the first Saturday of every August, was White Linen Night in the Arts District of New Orleans. I haven't seen such a crowd for a long time and although the weather was hot, hot, hot, it didn't appear to keep anyone from coming out, cruising through … (43 comments)
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lisa heindel: 9 Admiralty Court New Orleans LA 70131: A Neighborhood Video Tour - 08/07/08 06:22 PM
I wrote about my new listing at 9 Admiralty Court in the Aurora Riverside Subdivision in Algiers last week. Today I had a chance to get out and about and shoot a short video of the community to give you a feel for what a great place it would be to … (2 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - August 8-10, 2008 - 08/07/08 11:16 AM
It may be scorching hot out there, but there are some really cool events and benefits taking place on the West Bank this weekend....
West Bank Theatre
Local favorite comedienne Becky Allen will be performing in The Queen of Bingo this weekend at the Teatro Wego! Theatre in Westwego. … (2 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans LA West Bank Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports July 2008 - 08/05/08 10:30 PM
So, how did New Orleans West Bank home sales fare in July? Here are a few of the highlights:
Highest average sale price - English Turn ($459,000)
Highest number of sales - Marrero (34)
Most balanced market - Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City (6.8 months of inventory)
For a … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: Garden Park: A Gretna LA Community - 08/03/08 11:30 PM
Garden Park is a well established and high demand neighborhood located inside the city limits of Gretna, Louisiana. Winding, tree lined streets and a range of home ages make it a very pleasing place to call home. The neighborhood is actually divided into 2 sections, Garden Park on the south side … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: 9 Admiralty Court New Orleans LA 70131: Vacant Lot in Gated Algiers Aurora Riverside Community - 08/03/08 09:40 PM
Have you been looking for just the right place to build your new home on the West Bank of New Orleans? Look no further! I just listed a wonderful lot in Aurora Riverside, one of the newest gated communities in Algiers.
Located right off of General Meyer Avenue and next … (3 comments)
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lisa heindel: Frames and Fun Fabulous Gifts on the West Bank - 08/02/08 03:48 PM
How could I have grown up in Algiers and never stepped foot into Frames Inc.? I don't know how this major oversight happened, but I made up for it today! My husband visited the store earlier this week and told me that I had to check out some of the beautiful … (14 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - August 1-3, 2008 - 07/31/08 08:53 PM
Friday
Algiers night at Zephyrs Baseball. OK, so it's not just Algiers night, it's also Fireworks Friday and Jefferson Parish night. But I happen to know a busload of Algierines that are heading over to the stadium to spend a lazy Friday evening cheering on our local boys of summer. … (3 comments)
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lisa heindel: The Mardi Gras of Love - Hail Chief Choctaw 2009 - 07/27/08 11:41 PM
I love being part of a Carnival krewe, especially one right here on the West Bank. So I was thrilled to see a local business owner named as the 2009 Chief Choctaw at the Coronation Party held Saturday night at Timberlane Country Club in Gretna.
John Dugas, owner of J&K Cafe … (24 comments)
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lisa heindel: NAS JRB New Orleans: A Welcome Home Troops Celebration - 07/27/08 02:58 PM
I was lucky enough to attend the Welcome Home Troops party this past Friday at the NAS JRB New Orleans base. The celebration was held to honor all of the troops who have come and gone from the base for the past year and all of the stops were pulled … (19 comments)
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lisa heindel: 1488 Flamingo Road Gretna LA 70056 - SOLD! - 07/26/08 02:18 PM
New on the market and it's FABULOUS!
1488 Flamingo Road Gretna, LA 70056
$189,900
Updated from top to bottom and better than new, this beautiful home in the Shadow Lake subdivision is sparkling clean and ready to move in. From the 3 year old roof to the brand new floors … (8 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - July 25-28, 2008 - 07/24/08 11:28 AM
Today through Saturday
The International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo kicks off today at the Sanddollar Marina in Grand Isle, LA. The oldest fishing tournament in the United States, the Tarpon Rodeo draws fishermen from around the country to the small town of Grand Isle. For more information visit www.tarponrodeo.org.
Saturday
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lisa heindel: Attention Home Sellers: PLEASE Make Your House Easy to Show! - 07/23/08 04:22 PM
(From West Bank Living) For the last couple of days I've been working with a fabulous military couple who will be relocating to the West Bank as a result of an assignment to NAS JRB New Orleans. Their home in another state is currently on the market for sale, so they … (18 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans West Bank Real Estate: July 2008 Real Estate Supply and Demand - 07/22/08 04:20 PM
From West Bank Living comes the updated information about real estate supply and demand on the West Bank of New Orleans.
Algiers
Algiers 70131: July 2008 Real Estate Absorption Report
Algiers 70114: July 2008 Real Estate Absorption Report
Algiers Point: July 2008 Real Estate Absorption Report
English Turn: July 2008 … (4 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events: July 18-20,2008 - 07/17/08 06:07 PM
Have you planned your weekend yet? Here are some cool events happening around town.
Summer Reading Bugmobile
Continuing to encourage kids to read all year round, the Summer Reading Bugmobile will be at the children's wing of the West Bank Regional Library in Harvey, LA on Friday at … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: Mardi Gras World: A Family Winner on the West Bank of New Orleans - 07/15/08 09:39 AM
So what did they win? Well, Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World, right here on the West Bank of New Orleans, is a 2008 Nick Parent's Pick for one of the Best Museums for Teens.
Located in Algiers Point, just across the river from downtown New Orleans, Mardi Gras World offers a … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: Porches on the Point - 07/12/08 12:30 PM
I love porches...they are the perfect place to sit back, relax and watch the world (or at least your little part of it!) go by. A good front porch can be hard to find if you live in an area that was built in the 60s or 70s, like many of … (16 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans West Bank Weekend Events - July 11-13,2008 - 07/10/08 03:25 PM
What are your plans this weekend? For some ideas, check out these New Orleans area events.
9th Annual Algiers Reunion Dance
This Saturday night at Mardi Gras World, the 9th annual reunion dance will take place in Algiers Point. Always a fun time and great way to catch up with … (8 comments)
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lisa heindel: Wednesdays on the Point: An Algiers Street Party and Concert Series - 07/10/08 08:50 AM
Picking up where Wednesday in the Square left off downtown, Wednesdays on the Point is proving to be quite a success!
While I missed the first two weeks of performances, we were able to get out to Aunt Leni's Cafe this week for the third installment of the street concerts in … (10 comments)
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lisa heindel: Terrytown LA Home for Sale ~ 581 W Marlin Court Terrytown, LA 70056 - 07/08/08 10:10 AM
JUST LISTED ~ Home for sale in Terrytown LA
WANTED: New Owner for this wonderful Terrytown home
581 W. Marlin Court in Terrytown, LA has everything on your wish list right down to the front porch swing to sit and relax on:
3 bedrooms and 2 full … (4 comments)
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lisa heindel: Are You REALLY Ready to Sell Your West Bank Home? - 07/06/08 05:00 PM
Recently, I've had the chance to talk with several different people about putting their West Bank home on the market for sale. I really enjoy getting to meet them, to see their homes and to help them understand why a professional, local West Bank REALTOR can get their home the most … (21 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans, LA West Bank: June 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports - 07/05/08 01:10 PM
It's hard to believe that we are already more than halfway through 2008. Time to take a look at recent real estate market activity on the West Bank of New Orleans. The June reports include both a monthly and quarterly sales analysis of the different West Bank communities listed below.
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - July 4-6, 2008 - 07/04/08 11:57 AM
Go 4th on the River
Algiers Point, July 4th
A fireworks extravaganza on the river and the best seats in the house are FREE. Bring your lawn chair or blanket to the levee in Algiers Point or head over to Mardi Gras World, where admission is free after 5:30, a … (5 comments)
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lisa heindel: Real Estate FAQ: Do I Need to Have A Home Inspection on New Construction? - 07/01/08 11:11 AM
I often hear that since there is a state required builder's warranty for new construction in Louisiana, that it is not necessary to have a home inspection done when purchasing one of these properties.
WRONG! No home is perfect, even a newly built one, and it is still important to have … (34 comments)
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lisa heindel: Algiers, LA Home for Sale: 3612 Huntlee Drive, New Orleans, LA 70131 - 06/29/08 10:22 PM
For the first time since it was built in 1964, this terrific home in the heart of Algiers is for sale.
From the freshly painted exterior to the spacious 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, there's so much to love here and a great location to love it in. Some … (7 comments)
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lisa heindel: An Anniversary Celebration, New Orleans Style - 06/29/08 07:12 PM
Many, many years ago (28 to be exact), my wonderful husband and I were married right here on the West Bank, at Algiers United Methodist Church. I remember the sun streaming through the stained glass windows on that hot June afternoon in 1980, long before we ever dreamed we would have … (14 comments)
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lisa heindel: Understanding "As Is With a Waiver of Redhibition" - 06/26/08 07:14 PM
Tracking how people get to my website allows me to see, in detail, exactly what kind of information consumers are looking for about West Bank real estate. Recently, I had a website visitor that came to me by way of a search for "louisiana property disclosure vs. as-is". I figure that … (7 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - June 27-29, 2008 - 06/26/08 01:00 PM
While I'm celebrating my wedding anniversary this weekend, here are some fun things for you to do!
Gretna Farmer's Market
Every Saturday from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm under the Market on Huey P. Long Avenue, between 3rd and 4th Streets. Featuring local produce, art, music, crafts and more, … (11 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans, LA West Bank: June 2008 Real Estate Absorption Reports - 06/21/08 12:54 PM
It's already past the middle of June, time to take a look at the New Orleans West Bank real estate market. What's hot and what's not?
Algiers
Algiers, LA 70131- June 2008 Real Estate Absorption Rates
Algiers, LA 70114- June 2008 Real Estate Absorption … (15 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - June 20-22, 2008 - 06/20/08 08:03 PM
The weekend weather looks to be pretty typical for a New Orleans summer...hot with a chance of afternoon showers which makes it pretty steamy afterwards! Here are a few suggestions for things to do on the West Bank this weekend:
Gretna Farmer's Market
With all of the recent news … (20 comments)
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lisa heindel: A Not-Too-Far Getaway That Won't Bust Your Gas Budget (or...What I did on my summer vacation) - 06/17/08 11:46 AM
I love selling West Bank real estate...I really do.
But my favorite thing in the entire world is the beach. I loooooove the beach. I love to spend the day lying on a towel on the sand with a good trashy murder mystery paperback and an ice chest full of Diet … (30 comments)
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lisa heindel: Algiers Home for Sale ~ 3700 Rue Mignon ~ NEW PRICE! - 06/04/08 08:00 PM
Here's your chance to scoop up a fabulous Algiers home in the Bocage subdivision for the bargain price of only $175,000. Quick and easy access to downtown New Orleans, NAS JRB New Orleans and the Naval Support Activity in Algiers.
What's nearby?
3700 Rue Mignon is conveniently … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans, LA West Bank: May 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports - 06/03/08 09:00 PM
This month's best performing area on the West Bank was the City of Gretna, which showed a huge improvement from the April numbers. For details about home sales in your West Bank community, please read the following reports:
Algiers, LA 70131- May 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market … (8 comments)
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lisa heindel: Pre-Summer Active Rain Success Stories - 06/01/08 04:18 PM
Summer & Success -- two words that go together well in the real estate business.
THINGS ARE HEATING UP!
For many, Memorial Day weekend officially kicks off the Summer season. Of course according to the Earth's orbit around the sun, the Summer Solstice is still 3 weeks off.
However, let's not … (26 comments)
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lisa heindel: The Season Is Upon Us - 05/28/08 12:12 PM
This Sunday, June 1st, is the official start of the 2008 Atlantic hurricane season, which means that all of the talking head newscasters will be predicting doom and gloom for the entire Gulf Coast region until November. There will be footage from Katrina played over and over again and "experts" will give their … (15 comments)
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lisa heindel: Being A Tourist in My Home Town - 05/27/08 07:41 PM
I spend so much time living, breathing and writing about West Bank real estate that sometimes I forget one of the most unique cities in the world lies just a few short miles from my front door. So it was fantastic to spend Saturday night in downtown New Orleans on date … (29 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - May 23-25, 2008 - 05/22/08 12:51 PM
Are you getting ready for the long Memorial Day weekend? Planning that backyard BBQ? Before you fire up the grill, be sure to check out these grilling safety tips from the Home Safety Council.
When you're not hard at work cooking over open flames, here are some other great things … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: My Little Green Bags - 05/21/08 11:39 AM
One of the casualties of Hurricane Katrina was the city sponsored curbside recycling program. Before the storm, I faithfully filled my little blue bin and placed it by the street every week for the recycling truck to come by and empty. Did I make a real impact? In a city that … (25 comments)
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lisa heindel: A Sunday on the Bayou - 05/18/08 07:44 PM
Have you ever heard that old saying about people who have "never met a stranger"? Well, that's just a way of life in southeast Louisiana. Strangers become acquaintances, acquaintances become friends and friends become family. We have a tendency to celebrate for any reason, or sometimes for no reason at all. … (23 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans, LA West Bank: May 2008 Real Estate Absorption Reports - 05/16/08 01:24 PM
Here we are at the middle of May already and it's time again for the monthly absorption reports for the West Bank of New Orleans.
The best performing West Bank communities this month are all in Jefferson Parish. The top three selling areas are Marrero, Westwego, Terrytown and unincorporated Gretna, while … (3 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - May 16-18, 2008 - 05/15/08 11:36 AM
Don't forget about the Gatsby Dog Second Line Parade in Algiers Point! The fun starts this evening at 5:30 at the Algiers Ferry Landing, with a doggie and owner costumed second line parade through the Point. A benefit for the Louisiana SPCA, there will be food, music, kids activities and more.
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lisa heindel: Are Foreclosures Up on the West Bank of New Orleans? - 05/14/08 02:32 PM
A recent article in City Business magazine states that foreclosures in the Louisiana real estate market rose 70% from the 4th quarter of 2007 to the 1st quarter of 2008.
One in every 944 households in Louisiana received a foreclosure filing in the first three months of this year. That’s well … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: 139 Alix St. New Orleans, LA 70114 - 05/14/08 10:36 AM
Here is your chance to have the convenience of walking to the ferry, to local restaurants and cafes or even taking a stroll along the levee while enjoying a skyline view of the city. Or, you could sit and relax on the front or back porch and listen to the sounds … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: What Happens If My West Bank Home Doesn't Appraise? - 05/09/08 12:16 PM
The real estate market on the West Bank of New Orleans has been in a state of flux since Hurricane Katrina. Prior to August 2005, we were seeing a slow, but steady, increase in values across the entire West Bank. Since flooding was limited to just a few affected areas in … (15 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - May 9-11, 2008 - 05/08/08 07:24 PM
You'll need a little magic to take everything in this weekend...Saturday is jam packed with West Bank activities for the entire family to enjoy!
UNO Alumni Scholarship Golf Classic
Friday at Stonebridge Golf Club Check in and lunch at 11 am, scramble format shotgun start at 12:30 pm $125 registration includes cart … (15 comments)
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lisa heindel: The Residence at Park Avenue: West Bank Neighborhood Real Estate Update - 05/05/08 07:25 PM
It's been awhile since I posted about The Residence at Park Avenue, one of my favorite townhouse communities on the West Bank of New Orleans. Boy, has the market changed!
Back in January, there were only 3 available units for sale. Since the last sale in this gem of a … (2 comments)
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lisa heindel: OFF THE MARKET - 1425 Spanish Oaks Drive Harvey, LA 70058 - 05/03/08 09:45 PM
Imagine opening the front door at the end of a hard day and being greeted with this....
Welcome to 1425 Spanish Oaks Drive! New on the market, this home had an overhaul in 2006.
It's a fabulous, open floor plan with loads of improvements....recessed lighting, new ceiling fans and … (19 comments)
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lisa heindel: Does Your Agent Have A Client Bill of Rights? - 05/03/08 07:27 PM
Today required a trip to the urgent care center for my 12 year old son. He has a small abscess on the corner of his mouth that started out looking like a pimple. Nothing worth an emergency room visit, but he was uncomfortable enough to need to see a doctor. When … (16 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - May 2-4, 2008 - 05/01/08 09:51 AM
It's the second weekend of Jazz Fest, but if you don't plan on heading out to the fairgrounds, there's still plenty to do on the West Bank.
Tribute to John McDonough
Growing up in New Orleans, I remember what an honor it was as a student to be chosen to participate in … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: Don't Just Call the Name On the Sign - 04/30/08 09:05 PM
With several homes for sale on the West Bank of New Orleans, I get a lot of phone calls from potential buyers looking for information. They are driving around a neighborhood, see a sign, grab the cell phone and call from right in front of the house.
What's wrong with this? Too … (17 comments)
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lisa heindel: Hollywood South in Algiers Point - 04/29/08 08:19 PM
Have you noticed that more and more frequently there are bright yellow directional signs in Algiers Point with only one word or even just initials on them? Welcome to Hollywood South, what the locals are affectionately calling the metro New Orleans area with all of the star sightings and movie pre-production … (13 comments)
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lisa heindel: Barkley Estates: April 2008 Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report - 04/28/08 07:05 PM
Watching the recent activity on my previous posts, it seems that lots of folks are interested in the Barkley Estates sales information, so I thought it would be a good time to do a neighborhood update.
First, some current statistics in Barkley Estates as of 4/28/2008:
Active listings = 14 Under contract … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: English Turn: West Bank Neighborhood of the Week - 04/27/08 08:27 PM
Just 8 miles from the New Orleans Central Business District, there is an exclusive golf community that offers the opportunity to live an enviable, quiet lifestyle within the city limits. English Turn, located in Algiers, is one of the gems of the New Orleans West Bank, a magnificent gated community with … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans, LA: April 2008 West Bank Real Estate Absorption Reports - 04/25/08 12:56 PM
Absorption Rate: An estimate of the rate at which home sales can be expected to occur, based on historic sales information.
One of the keys to properly pricing your New Orleans West Bank home to sell is to review the absorption rate for your community. Absorption reports tell you how many homes … (1 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - April 25-27, 2008 - 04/24/08 10:39 AM
It's hard to compete with the Jazz Fest, but there are some great weekend events happening on the West Bank of New Orleans....
Visitation of Our Lady Cajun Festival
Amanda Shaw kicks off the festival Friday evening at 5:30, followed by Jr. and the Swamp Pop Players at 8:30 pm. Saturday's music … (13 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 6 - All of The Rest of The Things We Need to Know About Your House - 04/23/08 09:23 AM
The end is in sight! Here we are at the final section of the Louisiana Property Disclosure form that all sellers are required to provide.
In case you missed them, here are the other parts in this series:
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 1 - Yes, You Have to Disclose That!
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: Selling Your New Orleans West Bank Home This Spring - 04/22/08 02:14 PM
Springtime Home Selling Tips
It's the selling season in New Orleans...
Is your home ready for the spring time buyers? Here are a couple of tips to help you get ready to sell...
~ Fresh flowers make the front of your home more appealing
~ Mulch helps keep your garden … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 5 - Do You Have the Power? - 04/21/08 05:51 PM
Before continuing our series on the required Louisiana property disclosures, here is a list of the previous articles:
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 1 - Yes, You Have to Disclose That!
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 2 - Bugs, Bugs and More About Bugs
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 3 - Structure
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 4 - … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 3 - Structure - 04/20/08 09:11 PM
In parts 1 and 2 of this series, we covered the Louisiana property disclosures involving Land and the disclosures involving Termites and Wood Destroying Insects.
A quick recap about disclosures: Home sellers in Louisiana (including for sale by owners) are required to provide a property disclosure prior to a potential buyer making … (3 comments)
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lisa heindel: OFF THE MARKET ~ 269 Elmira Avenue New Orleans, LA 70114 - NEW PRICE!! - 04/17/08 01:22 PM
It's more affordable than ever to purchase a home in historic Algiers Point and with low interest rates and down payments available, there couldn't be a better time to buy on the West Bank of New Orleans.
Take a quick tour of the Point, a wonderful place to call home....
Peek inside this gorgeous home that … (15 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - April 18-20,2008 - 04/17/08 09:59 AM
It's Thursday, and time to plan your West Bank weekend. I love spring in New Orleans - there are so many fun events to attend that it's hard to make a choice. Here are a few you might be interested in going to:
Another Crawfish Boil! The Friends of the Algiers Courthouse … (16 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 2 - Bugs, Bugs and More Bugs - 04/14/08 09:40 PM
Previously, we covered the Louisiana property disclosures involving Land.
Remember, home sellers in Louisiana (including for sale by owners) are required to provide a property disclosure prior to a potential buyer making an offer to purchase. This mandate applies not only to sales, but also to exchanges, bond for deeds and lease … (11 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 1 - Yes, You Have to Disclose That! - 04/13/08 06:45 PM
Since July of 2004, home sellers in Louisiana (including those selling without the assistance of an agent) have been mandated by the legislature to provide a property disclosure prior to a potential buyer making an offer to purchase. This mandate applies not only to sales, but also to exchanges, bond for … (22 comments)
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lisa heindel: Village Green: West Bank Neighborhood of the Week - 04/10/08 05:48 PM
Developed in late 1990s by Willow Homes, Village Green is yet another exclusive gated community on the West Bank of New Orleans.
Located in Harvey, LA, Village Green is a small community of well kept homes within an easy commute to the Central Business District or NAS JRB New Orleans. Low Village … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: 880 Legion Dr. Gretna, LA 70056 - 04/07/08 09:06 PM
Terrytown has always been a high demand area of the West Bank of New Orleans. Now, here's your chance to own a piece of it. New on the market, this terrific Terrytown home has so much to offer and is perfectly priced at $204,999.
4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathsOver 2,250 square feet … (8 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - April 4-6, 2008 - 04/04/08 10:52 AM
The forecast calls for upper 70s and mostly sunny...looks like another fabulous West Bank weekend, with some great events on tap.
Alice Harte School Fair
A Fair of the Harte, the annual spring fair, takes place on Saturday, from 10-5 at Alice M. Harte Elementary School, 5300 Berkley Drive in Algiers. Games and … (5 comments)
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lisa heindel: Algiers Point Photos: A Walking Tour Through Algiers Point - 03/31/08 10:00 PM
Just across the Mississippi River from downtown New Orleans, there is a charming community that brings to mind days gone by.
Algiers Point, while part of the City of New Orleans proper, seems miles away from the daily grind. First settled in 1718, "The Point" is the second oldest neighborhood in … (25 comments)
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lisa heindel: Plantation Estates: West Bank Neighborhood of the Week - 03/29/08 10:33 PM
For this week's neighborhood of the week, I took a drive through the winding streets of Plantation Estates in Marrero, LA.
Originally developed in 1979 by Marrero Land and Development, Plantation Estates is located off of Barataria Blvd., just south of Lapalco Blvd.. The location provides a quick commute to employees … (10 comments)
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lisa heindel: 4926 Berkley Drive New Orleans, LA 70131 - SOLD! - 03/29/08 03:32 PM
Are you looking for a move in ready home in Algiers, LA? Don't want to have to do any remodeling or updating?
This is the home for you! Newly priced at $159,500, it far outshines the neighborhood competition.
Renovated from top to bottom in 2006, with hardwood floors, custom ceiling treatments, completely … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: Wednesday at the Square in New Orleans - 03/28/08 01:56 PM
It's the little things that make New Orleans such a unique place to call home to me.
Post Katrina, my husband and I seriously considered leaving. Moving to another state and starting over in a place that wasn't damaged, wasn't in a recovery mode 24/7. We even went so far as to … (21 comments)
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lisa heindel: SOLD! Kenner, LA 70065 - NEW PRICE at 22 Glacier Street! - 03/27/08 10:27 PM
With a new, competitive price of only $399,000, this large family home in Woodlake Estates in Kenner, LA is ready and waiting for you.
Space for everything, with formal living and dining areas, a den with a woodburning fireplace and a sun room overlooking the landscaped backyard. Summer will be here before … (3 comments)
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