4023 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70117

Bywater Creole Cottage with Expansion Potential in New Orleans! This charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath home in the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans combines classic Creole cottage character with valuable opportunity for future expansion. The spacious living room features beautiful wood floors, wainscoting, and distinctive wood accents on the ceilings, creating the warm architectural character buyers love in a New Orleans historic home. A large covered rear deck provides an exceptional outdoor living and entertaining space—perfect for morning coffee, gatherings, or enjoying the laid-back Bywater lifestyle. One of the property's standout features is the 390-square-foot unfinished attic, which has already been framed out and offers exciting potential for a future primary suite, additional bedroom, home office, studio, or flexible living space, subject to permitting and buyer verification. The 2021 roof adds valuable peace of mind. Located in one of New Orleans' most sought-after and walkable neighborhoods, this Bywater home is just 3 blocks from St. Claude Avenue and within easy walking distance of some of the neighborhood's favorite restaurants, bars, and gathering spots, including The Joint, Vaughan's Lounge, Parleaux Beer Lab, and Jack Dempsey's Restaurant. Enjoy the unique architecture, restaurants, nightlife, local businesses, and vibrant culture that make the Bywater neighborhood one of the most distinctive places to live in New Orleans. A rare opportunity to own a 2 bedroom, 2 bath Creole cottage in Bywater with historic New Orleans character, a large covered deck, a 2021 roof, and 390 square feet of framed attic expansion potential. Ideal for buyers seeking a primary residence, New Orleans pied-à-terre, or property with the opportunity to create additional living space in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods.