Spacious waterfront home with an open floor plan and soaring 15 foot ceilings in the living room. This 3 bedroom 2 bath property features a large living room, built-in shelving, and a generously sized kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a 6 burner stove for those family gatherings. Enjoy peaceful water views from the sunroom overlooking the canal that provides access to Lake Pontchartrain, Lake Catherine and the Rigolets. Fish right off your private deck or relax under the covered patio. Additional highlights include a tankless water heater, newer roof, covered boat lift with outdoor sink, and an attached garage with loft storage. Whether you are looking for a primary residence or weekend retreat just minutes form the city, this home offer a blend of comfort and waterfront living just minutes from downtown New Orleans. Roof is 4 years old Exclusions are Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer and Dryer Sunroom is included in the living area square footage
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About Lake
Catherine
Lake Catherine, located between Lake Borgne and the Mississippi Sound, is a waterfront and low-density New Orleans neighborhood with broad marsh views and canal-lined streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lake Catherine Marina area, where boat slips, bait-and-tackle counters, and dockside chatter set the daily rhythm. Architecture leans utilitarian and coastal—raised camps, metal roofs, and wide porches oriented to the water and weather. Life here tracks tides and skies, with kayaks, skiffs, and fishing gear as common curbside sights. The landscape reads as open and elemental, with long horizons and big-sky light defining the atmosphere.
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Offer insights
4401 Alba Rd · $299,000
$299K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $299K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
138 days
The average home goes pending in 69 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.4%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Granite counters
Stainless steel appliances
Gas fireplace
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Oven
Range
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Dryer hookup
Heating & cooling
Central heating with multiple heating units
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Dock
Permeable paving
Covered patio/porch
City lot
Rectangular lot
Waterfront with canal access
Home design
Single-story
Raised foundation
Aluminum siding and brick exterior
Shingle roof
Parking
Attached garage
Off-street parking
Driveway
Boat parking
RV access/parking
Construction
Built with aluminum siding and brick
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Other
Property in very good condition
Electricity and solar
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Spacious waterfront home with an open floor plan and soaring 15 foot ceilings in the living room. This 3 bedroom 2 bath property features a large living room, built-in shelving, and a generously sized kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a 6 burner stove for those family gatherings. Enjoy peaceful water views from the sunroom overlooking the canal that provides access to Lake Pontchartrain, Lake Catherine and the Rigolets. Fish right off your private deck or relax under the covered patio. Additional highlights include a tankless water heater, newer roof, covered boat lift with outdoor sink, and an attached garage with loft storage. Whether you are looking for a primary residence or weekend retreat just minutes form the city, this home offer a blend of comfort and waterfront living just minutes from downtown New Orleans. Roof is 4 years old Exclusions are Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer and Dryer Sunroom is included in the living area square footage
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$375,000
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$395,000
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$395,000
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$415,000
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Jan 3, 2005
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$110,000
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$110,000
$40/sq ft
GSREIN #502831
Dec 9, 2002
Listed
$164,500
$59/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO502831
Dec 9, 2002
Listed
$164,500
$59/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,461 (+1.1%)
$3,610 + $14,830
$18,440
2025
$2,434 (−1.5%)
$3,610 + $14,830
$18,440
2024
$2,471 (−13.9%)
$3,610 + $14,830
$18,440
2023
$2,870 (+4.3%)
$3,610 + $15,940
$19,550
2022
$2,751 (+40.9%)
$3,610 + $15,940
$19,550
2021
$1,953 (−0.9%)
$3,610 + $16,780
$20,390
2020
$1,971 (+0.8%)
$3,610 + $16,780
$20,390
2019
$1,956 (−1.9%)
$3,610 + $16,780
$20,390
2018
$1,992 (+5.5%)
$3,610 + $16,190
$19,800
2017
$1,888 (−15.5%)
$3,610 + $16,190
$19,800
2015
$2,234
$3,610 + $18,390
$22,000
2014
$2,236
$6,020 + $15,980
$22,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,924
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,924
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orleans Parish
APN
39W960002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
S-RS
IZD - NON-COMMERCIAL STR SPECIAL EXCEPTION
IZD - BED AND BREAKFAST
IZD - COMMERCIAL SHORT TERM RENTAL
Single-Family Residential District
The S-RS Single-Family Residential District is intended for single-family residential neighborhoods developed after World War II where a more uniform lotting pattern is evident with larger, generally uniform setbacks. Limited non-residential uses such as places of worship that are compatible with surrounding residential neighborhoods may be allowed.
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
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Office
Recreation
Park & open space
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
New Orleans, LA • 70129
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 4401 Alba Rd
$287,883
$11K under list price of $299K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $50K to $417K.