RARE OPPORTUNITY to own one of the French Quarter’s most unique penthouses. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence offers an open floor plan with PANORAMIC VIEWS of the Mississippi River, Jackson Square, and the historic French Quarter skyline. What truly sets this property apart is its unmatched outdoor living. From aerial views, this is the ONLY PENTHOUSE offering BOTH a 865 sq. ft. WRAPAROUND BALCONY and a PRIVATE 450 sq. ft. ROOFTOP TERRACE. Whether enjoying morning coffee, entertaining before Saints games and festivals, or watching fireworks and river boats, the outdoor spaces are unlike anything else on the market. Inside, the home showcases refined finishes including MARBLE FLOORS, OAK CEILING, and designer built-ins framing the WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE. The kitchen features NEW stainless steel appliances, wine cooler, granite countertops, and generous space for gathering. The elegant wet bar with an ICE MAKER enhances the home’s exceptional entertaining potential. The primary suite offers a custom WALK-IN CLOSET and en-suite bath featuring a JACUZZI SOAKING TUB, an oversized walk-in shower, and the ultimate indulgence -a CEDAR DRY SAUNA with two-tier bench seating. This rare amenity comfortably accommodates multiple people, creating a private spa-like retreat within your own home. The thoughtfully designed second bedroom offers exceptional flexibility as both a guest suite and executive home office, complete with built-ins, a seamlessly integrated queen bed, full bathroom, and a WALK-IN CLOSET. Designer drapery defines the room while intentionally preserving the panoramic views and abundant natural light from the penthouse’s FLOOR-TO-CEILING SLIDING GLASS DOORS. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, second home, investment property or a private French Quarter retreat, this exceptional penthouse offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience THE BEST of New Orleans.
CondoProperty Type
1981Year Built
$717Price/Sq.Ft.
$1,079/moHOA Dues
Listed by Christian Trinchard• Homesmart Realty South - Metairie
Contact: 504-908-7653
Bought with Bryan Francher• Compass Uptown-Maple St
Est. $4,262 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 232 Decatur St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
ROAM MLS #2571972
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$1,050,000
$717/sq ft
Aug 14, 2026
Listed
$1,250,000
$853/sq ft
GSREIN #2383276
Jun 9, 2023
Rental Removed
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ROAM MLS #2388313
Jun 9, 2023
Sold
$455,000
$311/sq ft
Apr 5, 2023
Listed
$499,000
$341/sq ft
ROAM MLS #2348544
Aug 12, 2022
Sold
$715,000
$488/sq ft
Jun 15, 2022
Listed
$725,000
$495/sq ft
ROAM MLS #2287689
Mar 4, 2021
Sold
$450,000
$307/sq ft
Feb 17, 2021
Listed
$479,000
$327/sq ft
ROAM MLS #2169011
Oct 19, 2018
Sold
$445,000
$304/sq ft
Aug 15, 2018
Listed
$479,000
$327/sq ft
ROAM MLS #2121695
Jun 4, 2018
Sold
$560,000
$382/sq ft
Sep 1, 2017
Listed
$564,000
$385/sq ft
ROAM MLS #2048844
May 6, 2016
Sold
$536,000
$366/sq ft
Mar 11, 2016
Listed
$586,600
$400/sq ft
ROAM MLS #2033728
May 12, 2016
Sold
$460,000
$314/sq ft
Oct 24, 2015
Listed
$499,000
$341/sq ft
ROAM MLS #2010443
Oct 1, 2015
Sold
$479,000
$327/sq ft
May 8, 2015
Listed
$499,500
$341/sq ft
ROAM MLS #1007602
Sep 21, 2015
Sold
$425,000
$290/sq ft
Sep 29, 2014
Listed
$479,000
$327/sq ft
ROAM MLS #1004717
Oct 17, 2014
Sold
$762,500
$520/sq ft
Sep 6, 2014
Listed
$850,000
$580/sq ft
ROAM MLS #969783
Dec 6, 2013
Sold
$340,000
$232/sq ft
Oct 22, 2013
Listed
$349,000
$238/sq ft
ROAM MLS #952896
Jun 25, 2013
Sold
$375,000
$256/sq ft
May 28, 2013
Listed
$395,000
$270/sq ft
ROAM MLS #944495
May 31, 2013
Sold
$385,000
$263/sq ft
Mar 12, 2013
Listed
$395,000
$270/sq ft
ROAM MLS #837337
Oct 28, 2010
Sold
$292,000
$199/sq ft
Jun 9, 2010
Listed
$325,000
$222/sq ft
ROAM MLS #796695
Dec 21, 2009
Sold
$685,000
$468/sq ft
Jul 9, 2009
Listed
$781,900
$534/sq ft
ROAM MLS #697461
Oct 17, 2007
Sold
$1,200,000
$819/sq ft
Jun 17, 2007
Listed
$1,395,000
$952/sq ft
ROAM MLS #682482
Sep 28, 2007
Sold
$329,000
$225/sq ft
Mar 17, 2007
Listed
$349,000
$238/sq ft
ROAM MLS #682487
Jun 8, 2007
Sold
$435,000
$297/sq ft
Mar 17, 2007
Listed
$469,000
$320/sq ft
ROAM MLS #588492
May 6, 2005
Sold
$1,075,000
$734/sq ft
Mar 22, 2005
Listed
$1,175,000
$802/sq ft
ROAM MLS #579770
Feb 25, 2005
Sold
$372,000
$254/sq ft
Jun 23, 2004
Listed
$398,000
$272/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR200466936
Mar 31, 2004
Listed
$1,175,000
$802/sq ft
ROAM MLS #534648
Feb 26, 2004
Sold
$226,000
$154/sq ft
Oct 20, 2003
Listed
$229,900
$157/sq ft
ROAM MLS #505687
Feb 26, 2003
Sold
$220,000
$150/sq ft
Jan 13, 2003
Listed
$245,000
$167/sq ft
ROAM MLS #470449
May 2, 2002
Sold
$184,000
$126/sq ft
Jan 14, 2002
Listed
$205,000
$140/sq ft
ROAM MLS #425001
Dec 12, 2000
Sold
$160,000
$109/sq ft
Sep 13, 2000
Listed
$170,000
$116/sq ft
ROAM MLS #392087
Jul 10, 2000
Sold
$860,000
$587/sq ft
Aug 30, 1999
Listed
$885,000
$604/sq ft
ROAM MLS #368709
Aug 27, 1999
Sold
$215,000
$147/sq ft
Dec 1, 1998
Listed
$247,000
$169/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO233408
Oct 11, 1993
Listed
$650,000
$444/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Single Family Residential
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Orleans Parish
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Last updated by owner on Jan 26, 2023.
VCE-1
IZD - BED AND BREAKFAST
IZD - NON-COMMERCIAL STR SPECIAL EXCEPTION
IZD - COMMERCIAL SHORT TERM RENTAL
Vieux Carre Entertainment District
The purpose of this district is to provide for entertainment places and restricted retail stores along Decatur and N. Peters Streets that attract and serve visitors and local residents.
Zone overlays
Bed and Breakfast Interim Zoning District
Commercial Short-Term Rental Interim Zoning District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
General retail
Retail-Grocery
Restaurant
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Museum / gallery
Amusement facility
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Features
Elevator, Wet Bar
Has Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup