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Real Estate Video: 139 Alix St. New Orleans LA 70114 ~ New Algiers Point Home for Sale
2008-08-28 08:46:53
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 Alix Street, contact Lisa Heindel. Video copyright 2008.  [...]...
 
Let Them Eat Cake
2008-08-26 21:49:19
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 of sandwiches and salads [...]...
 
Operation Facelift Offers Grants to Algiers Business Owners
2008-08-25 18:04:45
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 to $2,500 are being offered to [...]...
 
Marrero Home for Rent - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths
2008-08-21 07:57:39
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 ready for a new occupant. Features 4 [...]...
 
New Homes Coming to Belle Chasse LA - The Parks of Plaquemines
2008-08-20 10:27:19
Chasse">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 approval from the Parish [...]...
 
Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City LA Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Rates for August 2008
2008-08-18 17:07:30
Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City real estate absorption rates as of 8/18/2008 Active listings in zip code 70094 are 116 vs 117 in mid July The overall supply of homes for sale in the area rose slightly, from 8.4 months to 8.9 months with the average number of homes sold per month dropping from 14 to 13 [...]...
 
Terrytown and Gretna LA 70056 Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Rates for August 2008
2008-08-18 17:01:09
Real Estate Absorption Rates for Terrytown and unincorporated Gretna, 70056 Active listings dropped from 207 in mid July to 195 as of 8/18/2008 The supply of homes for sale in Gretna and Terrytown is 11 vs 11.7 in July 2008 The most active price range in the area continues to be $140.000-$200,000 The odds below are an estimate, not [...]...
 
Marrero LA Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Rates for August 2008
2008-08-18 16:54:12
Marrero LA Real Estate Absorption Rates as of 8/18/2008 The inventory of homes for sale in Marrero increased from 8.3 months in mid July to 8.6 months today Active listings have gone up from 273 at this time last month to the current 285 The most in demand price range in Marrero continues to be $120,000-$160,000 The odds below [...]...
 
Harvey LA Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Rates for August 2008
2008-08-18 16:48:07
Harvey LA Real Estate Absorption Rates as of 8/18/2008 Active listings in Harvey have dropped from 219 in mid July to 204 today The overall supply of homes for sale dropped from 11.3 months in July to 10.4 months Besides the under $80k range, homes are selling the fastest in the $160-180,000 price range, with an average of [...]...
 
Gretna LA 70053 Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Rates for August 2008
2008-08-18 16:39:14
This report is for the City of Gretna, zip code 70053 only.  Unincorporated Gretna sales can be found in the Gretna/Terrytown report of home sales. The supply of homes for sale in the City of Gretna dropped again from 6.1 months in July to 5.4 months as of 8/18/2008 Homes in the low to mid $200s are [...]...
 
English Turn Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Rates for August 2008
2008-08-18 16:30:51
English Turn Real Estate Absorption Report as of 8/18/2008 The supply of homes for sale in English Turn dropped from 17.8 months in mid July to 10.8 months today Of the 3 sales between $400-500,000 in the last 90 days, 2 of those were originally priced over $500k In the last 30 days, sales in the $500-750,000 price [...]...
 
Belle Chasse LA Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Report for August 2008
2008-08-18 16:20:29
Chasse">Belle Chasse LA Absorption Rates as of 8/18/2008 The current supply of homes for sale in Belle Chasse is 9 months, down from 9.9 at the same time in July. Homes in the $225-250,000 price range are continuing to sell well, especially with more military personnel being relocated to NAS JRB in the coming months. The increase in [...]...
 
Algiers Point Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Rates for August 2008
2008-08-18 16:07:54
The following report is for the Algiers Point neighborhood only The overall supply of homes for sale in Algiers Point dropped again from 8.3 months in July to 5.5 months as of today, a marked improvement for the last couple of months. Most of this drop can be attributed to fewer homes coming on the market in [...]...
 
Algiers LA 70131 Home Sales and Real Estate Absorption Rates for August 2008
2008-08-18 15:50:11
This report is for Sales">home sales in Algiers 70131 excluding English Turn. The overall inventory dropped slightly from 9.5 months in July Although there is a generous supply of homes priced under $120,000, the majority of them remain on the market due to their condition.  Homes that need a substantial amount of repairs should be aggressively priced [...]...
 
Algiers LA 70114 Homes for Sale and Real Estate Absorption Report for August 2008
2008-08-18 15:36:02
The following absorption report is for the entire 70114 zip code.  Since there is a niche market in the Point, a separate report is available for Algiers Point absorption rates. The supply of homes for sale in 70114 dropped again this month, from 9.4 months in July and 10.3 months in June.  While the over $300,000 [...]...
 
It’s Not Even Monday…
2008-08-13 14:07:33
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 yesterday morning. I woke up, hit the power button and then [...]...
 
For Sale By Owner: Is Selling Your Own Home Forcing You to Wear Too Many Hats?
2008-08-13 09:32:40
Selling your home on your own is a big undertaking and one that may require you to learn a few new skills and do a few things you’ve never done before.  There is more to successfully marketing and selling a home than just sticking a sign in the yard…there is also: State mandated disclosures Just because you [...]...
 
4 Things You Should Expect From Your Agent When Selling Your New Orleans West Bank Home
2008-08-11 22:30:52
Choosing the right agent to list and sell your Orleans">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 be based on: The fact [...]...
 
Jazzin’ Up Algiers
2008-08-11 15:25:57
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 visit with the owner last [...]...
 
Got Time?
2008-08-11 09:58:19
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 to start on time, kids may need to be enrolled in school and you’ll need to find a new place to live.  Relocating is a big [...]...
 
What Closing Costs Does A Seller Have to Pay?
2008-08-10 13:41:33
With FHA down payments increasing and no real 100% financing options left, many buyers are requesting  some type of closing cost assistance from the sellers.  I’ve talked before about keeping your eye on the bottom line, and looking at what your net proceeds will be from the sale, not how the money is distributed (but [...]...
 
Home Selling Tips - Keep Your Eye on the Bottom Line
2008-08-08 14:37:23
There have been so many changes recently in the mortgage market and lending guidelines that more and more buyers are finding themselves a little short when it comes to the amount of cash they will need to successfully purchase a home.  Insurance premiums in some parts of the West Bank have more than doubled, FHA [...]...
 
Real Estate Video: 9 Admiralty Court New Orleans LA 70131
2008-08-07 14:07:52
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 build your next home [...]...
 
West Bank Weekend Events: August 8-10, 2008
2008-08-07 10:57:53
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.  The three shows are a benefit for [...]...
 
3135 Plymouth Place New Orleans LA 70131
2008-08-06 21:13:40
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 floor plan that opens up the two living [...]...
 
Art and Linen
2008-08-06 12:01:13
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 the art galleries and [...]...
 
Marrero LA: July 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
2008-08-05 21:53:59
Current real estate market statistics for Marrero LA as of 8/5/2008: 272 homes for sale, priced from $75,000 to $1,600,000 9 pending sales (still showing), priced from $114,900 to $155,258 47 under contract listings, priced from $19,900 to $357,400 Based on July 2008 sales, there is a 10.7 month supply of homes for sale in Marrero, compared to the [...]...
 
Gretna LA 70053: July 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
2008-08-05 21:38:54
Current real estate market statistics for the City of Gretna LA as of 8/5/2008: 48 active homes for sale, priced from $60,000 to $310,000 15 under contract listings, priced from $35,000 to $235,000 Based on July 2008 sales, there is a 8.8 month supply of homes for sale in Gretna, up from the 5.5 projected at the end [...]...
 
Terrytown and Gretna LA: July 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports for Zip Code 70056
2008-08-05 21:18:17
Current real estate market statistics for Terrytown and Gretna LA (70056) as of 8/5/2008: 184 active homes for sale, priced from $30,000 to $900,000 6 pending sale but continue to show, priced from $99,900 to $279,900 20 under contract listings, priced from $55,000 to $254,950 Based on July 2008 sales, there is a 17 month supply of homes for [...]...
 
Belle Chasse LA: July 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
2008-08-05 20:54:05
Current home sale statistics for Chasse">Belle Chasse LA as of 8/5/2008: 66 active listings, priced from $107,700 to $2,750,000 1 sale pending but continue to show listing, priced at $189,000 6 under contract listings, priced from $120,000 to $419,900 Based on July sales, there is a 13 month supply of homes for sale in Belle Chasse LA, compared to [...]...
 
Harvey LA: July 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
2008-08-05 20:27:53
Current real estate statistics for Harvey LA as of 8/5/2008: 213 active listings, priced from $35,000 to $1,400,000 7 pending sales (offer accepted but still showing), listed from $119,900 to $339,000 51 under contract listings, priced from $20,000 to $450,000 Based on July sales, there is a 10.3 month supply of homes for sale in Harvey, compared to a [...]...
 
9 Admiralty Court New Orleans LA 70131: Vacant Lot in Aurora Riverside for Sale
2008-08-03 21:18:37
Have you been looking for just the right place to build your new home on the West Bank of Orleans">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 door to the Aurora Tennis & [...]...
 
Frames and Fun, Fabulous Fleur de Lis Gifts
2008-08-02 14:52:04
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 fleur de lis gift [...]...
 
West Bank Weekend Events: August 1-3, 2008
2008-07-31 20:36:48
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.  Can you think of a better way [...]...
 
FHA Down Payments to Increase
2008-07-31 09:56:47
Yesterday, the President signed into effect the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008.  One of the key changes in this act is the immediate increase in down payments from 3% to 3.5% for anyone using FHA financing.  With drastic changes in the mortgage industry and the death of 100% lending, FHA has once again [...]...
 
I’m Sorry, I Can’t Tell You That
2008-07-30 19:33:53
Where are the best West Bank neighborhoods?  I’m sorry, I can’t tell you that. What kind of people live in this neighborhood?  I’m sorry, I can’t tell you that. Are there a lot of (insert description here) people in this neighborhood?  I’m sorry, I can’t tell you that. Is this a safe area?  I’m sorry, I can’t [...]...
 
Algiers Point: West Bank Neighborhood of the Week
2008-07-30 11:01:35
As the second oldest neighborhood in New Orleans, Algiers Point offers a step into days gone by.  Walkable streets, front porches made for sitting and relaxing on and corner stores and restaurants to fill your needs. A designated historic district, Algiers Point offers homes built in the late 1800s, the early 20th century and even a [...]...
 
What Lifestyle Are You Looking For?
2008-07-28 19:30:41
As part of the decision to purchase a home, buyers usually are armed with a list of must haves.  The number of bedrooms, bathrooms, garage size, and upgrades you want gives your agent a good starting point in finding the perfect home for you. But, there is another factor that all buyers should consider when determining [...]...
 
Hail the Chief!
2008-07-27 21:40:39
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 last night at Timberlane Country Club in Gretna.  John Dugas, owner of J&K Cafe and Bar in Algiers will [...]...
 
Welcoming the Troops Home to NAS JRB New Orleans
2008-07-27 14:34:49
I was lucky enough to attend the Welcome Home Troops party this past Friday at the NAS JRB Orleans">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 out.     There were [...]...
 
 
 
 
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