west bank real estate: Attention Home Sellers: PLEASE Make Your House Easy to Show!
- 07/23/08 09:22 AM
(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 know what it's like to be the seller.
They know that sometimes appointments aren't at the most convenient time and they may have to leave their house when they would normally be having dinner They know that it's a pain to be sure the beds are made and no dishes … (18 comments)
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west bank real estate: West Bank Weekend Events: July 18-20,2008
- 07/17/08 11:07 AM
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 10:30 am. Space is limited, so get your tickets right away or call the library at 364-2660 for more information.
Gretna Farmer's Market
Saturday, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, featuring local produce, art, music and more. Under the Gretna Market on Huey P. Long Avenue, between … (6 comments)
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west bank real estate: Porches on the Point
- 07/12/08 05:30 AM
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 our West Bank communities were.
While porches are making a comeback in new construction, my favorites are still the originals that set the standard in our city. The ones that draw you in and invite you to have a seat and visit...
Take … (16 comments)
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west bank real estate: Wednesdays on the Point: An Algiers Street Party and Concert Series
- 07/10/08 01:50 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 Algiers Point. The sidewalk tables were filled and the street was lined with the lawn chairs of the spectators. Like any other function in Algiers, it was filled with familiar faces and lots of great local music, with the entertainment provided this week by the Marc Stone Band (turns out … (10 comments)
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west bank real estate: Terrytown LA Home for Sale ~ 581 W Marlin Court Terrytown, LA 70056
- 07/08/08 03:10 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 baths Large living and dining combination Spacious den with breakfast area Oversized master with private bath Double car attached garage Inground swimming pool
What's in Terrytown?
Terrytown, LA provides many nearby amenities, such as the Terrytown Library, Oakwood Shopping Center, … (4 comments)
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west bank real estate: Are You REALLY Ready to Sell Your West Bank Home?
- 07/06/08 10:00 AM
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 exposure in their market and increase their odds of selling.
Everyone has a different reason for moving, but there are certain questions that everyone should ask themselves before they sign their name to the dotted line of a listing agreement.
Are you motivated to sell?
Why are you … (34 comments)
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west bank real estate: New Orleans, LA West Bank: June 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
- 07/05/08 06:10 AM
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.
Algiers LA Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports ~June 2008 Algiers, LA 70114- June 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
Algiers, LA 70131- June 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
English Turn- June 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Report
Algiers Point, LA- June … (5 comments)
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west bank real estate: Real Estate FAQ: Do I Need to Have A Home Inspection on New Construction?
- 07/01/08 04:11 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 a thorough home inspection done.
I recently had the chance to work with a terrific military couple relocating to the West Bank of New Orleans. After a whirlwind search, we found the perfect house for them. Brand new construction that was just the right size, in just the right … (34 comments)
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west bank real estate: SOLD! - Algiers, LA Home for Sale: 3612 Huntlee Drive, New Orleans, LA 70131
- 06/29/08 03:22 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 of the wonderful features are:
Formal living and dining rooms, giving you room to entertain to your heart's content Spacious den with a pass through/breakfast bar from the kitchen Large, eat-in kitchen with room for a table and chairs Covered and screened rear patio to keep you cool and dry … (7 comments)
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west bank real estate: Understanding "As Is With a Waiver of Redhibition"
- 06/26/08 12:14 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 if one person asked that question, then there are other folks out there wondering the same thing.
FIRST, it is important to point out that under Louisiana law, sellers (with few exceptions) are required to provide a property disclosure, whether they are selling the property "as is" or not. … (9 comments)
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west bank real estate: West Bank Weekend Events - June 27-29, 2008
- 06/26/08 06:00 AM
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, it's a great way to start your weekend!
Make-A-Wish Benefit
The Make-A-Wish foundation is the recipient of proceeds from a benefit being held at the West Bank Elks Lodge at 900 Monroe Street in Gretna. The party will be rocking from 5 -10 pm on Saturday with food, … (11 comments)
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west bank real estate: New Orleans, LA West Bank: June 2008 Real Estate Absorption Reports
- 06/21/08 05:54 AM
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 Rates
Algiers Point, LA- June 2008 Real Estate Absorption Rates
English Turn- June 2008 Real Estate Absorption Rates
Gretna and Terrytown
Gretna, LA 70053- June 2008 Real Estate Absorption Rates
Terrytown and Gretna, LA … (15 comments)
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west bank real estate: SOLD! Algiers Home for Sale ~ 3700 Rue Mignon ~ NEW PRICE!
- 06/04/08 01:00 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 located close to:
Schools: Alice M Harte Charter School, Dwight D Eisenhower Charter School and St. Andrew the Apostle School
Parks: Norman Playground sits right outside of the subdivision
Shopping and Dining: The Village Aurora Shopping Center is just blocks away and contains Walgreen's, Winn Dixie Supermarket, Bennigan's Food and … (9 comments)
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west bank real estate: A Sunday on the Bayou
- 05/18/08 12:44 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. We live every day with joie de vivre (joy for life) and when there is a special occasion, we love to gather and rejoice in it.
Today was such a day. Some very dear friends of the family have a son who just graduated from Tulane University. In just 5 … (23 comments)
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west bank real estate: New Orleans, LA West Bank: May 2008 Real Estate Absorption Reports
- 05/16/08 06:24 AM
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 Algiers and English Turn are bringing up the rear.
Algiers
English Turn: May 2008 Real Estate Absorption Report
Algiers, LA 70131: May 2008 Real Estate Absorption Report
Algiers, LA 70114: May 2008 Real Estate Absorption Report
Algiers Point: May 2008 Real Estate Absorption Report
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west bank real estate: Are Foreclosures Up on the West Bank of New Orleans?
- 05/14/08 07:32 AM
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 below the U.S. rate of one in every 194 households, according to an online foreclosure database.
Irvine, Calif.-based RealtyTrac’s first-quarter 2008 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report lists 1,938 Louisiana properties with foreclosure filings, an increase of 70 percent from the fourth quarter of 2007 and 31 percent from the first quarter … (6 comments)
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west bank real estate: 139 Alix St. New Orleans, LA 70114
- 05/14/08 03:36 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 of river...the distant notes of a steamboat calliope or the refrain of ships passing through the city.
While everyone else is working on keeping their home in shape or updating it, you'll have the freedom to enjoy your leisure time with this newly built home in a historic neighborhood … (6 comments)
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west bank real estate: The Residence at Park Avenue: West Bank Neighborhood Real Estate Update
- 05/05/08 12:25 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 neighborhood was in 2006, it looked like a great buying opportunity for some lucky somebody.
Well, now there are 9 available units, including 3 that are brand new construction. At least one of the available units has been discounted over $30,000 since the initial listing!
Priced from the low $300s to … (2 comments)
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west bank real estate: OFF THE MARKET - 1425 Spanish Oaks Drive Harvey, LA 70058
- 05/03/08 02:45 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 easy care ceramic tile throughout.
With almost 1,900 square feet of living area, you can entertain to your hearts content then retreat to peace and quiet at the end of the day.
3 bedrooms 2 full baths Double attached garage All appliances remain, including washer, dryer and refrigerator … (19 comments)
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west bank real estate: Does Your Agent Have A Client Bill of Rights?
- 05/03/08 12:27 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 you are 12 and you can't eat pizza, it's time to go to the doctor.
As we were waiting in the exam room to see the physician, I noticed a Patient Bill of Rights posted on the wall, outlining the center's goals for how all patients are to be treated. I … (16 comments)
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(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 know what it's like to be the seller.
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