540 Marigny Street

Off Market

540 Marigny Street

New Orleans LA 70117

929 sq. ft.

Single-Family

JOHN SCHAFF, last sold this property on 17 March 2026 after 28 days on market.

Overview

Adorable and iconic, this quintessential Marigny cottage sits on one of the neighborhood’s liveliest corners—directly across from beloved local favorite, The Friendly Bar. Perfectly positioned at Marigny & Chartres, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers an ideal New Orleans pied-à-terre with easy access to Frenchmen Street, the French Quarter, and the riverfront. Originally built in 1909 and thoughtfully updated over the years, the home blends historic charm with modern comfort. Beautiful original hardwood floors, 9 1/2-foot ceilings, and abundant natural light create a warm, inviting interior, while the efficient floor plan offers impressive storage and functionality within its compact footprint. Compact yet comfortable, this home truly lives like a single-family residence while offering the ease and efficiency of condo-style living—without the condo fees. Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence or the perfect New Orleans retreat, 540 Marigny delivers character, location, and lifestyle in one unforgettable package.

Features

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

929 sq. ft. floor area

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 2 bedroom single-family properties sold in New Orleans over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 540 Marigny Street is $285k.

Median value

$285k

Estimated value range

$45k - $900k

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

307%

increase over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in New Orleans. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 540 Marigny Street

2026

Sold

Undisclosed

17 Mar 2026 by JOHN SCHAFF, of Compass Historic (LATT09)

1999

Sold

Undisclosed

28 May 1999 by ERNESTO CALDEIRA

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Less than 50% of sellers in New Orleans reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

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Local market activity for 2 bedroom single-family properties in New Orleans

In the last 12 months, 40 two-bedroom single-family properties similar to 540 Marigny Street, have been sold.

This represents a 23% increase in two-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

Sold

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