This beautiful, spacious, and elegant water view home is certainly a must see and one that you don’t want to miss out on! From the large and airy common living, dining, and kitchen areas to the wonderful warmness of the bedrooms, calming ambience of the bathrooms, welcoming office space, lively gaming area, and the diversity of an extra room that could be used for a play, reading, or exercise, this home offers a truly remarkable sense of peace and excitement all in one. Its cozy environment presents endless opportunities to create your own vision should you desire any additional changes to this recently renovated move-in ready home. Experience the large upstairs patio where you can relax and enjoy the fresh air while drinking a nice, cool beverage and reading a good book. Beneath this two-story home is an incredibly large open area where you can host parties, house cars and storage, or to just enjoy the outside openness while lounging on hammocks or utilizing comfortable patio furnishings. This home also boasts a double-wide driveway area that could fit at least six vehicles further illustrating the property’s massive space. Embark upon a serene oasis as you enter the eye-catching backyard. Filled with luscious greenery, a wide wooden deck, a large boat house, and a quiet body of water, the home's outside area offers scenic views and leads to amazing opportunities to experience boating activities, jet ski rides, and fishing in Lake Pontchartrain and Lake Borgne. Nestled between downtown New Orleans and Northshore Slidell, it is the perfect home to experience calmness and serenity while being in close proximity to city life and urban suburbia where you can enjoy a variety of fun-filled activities. This home is a great choice for a primary residence or a second home for weekend getaways, holiday celebrations, and special occasions! Make your appointment today to view this fantastic home. It is ready for you to make memories and create exciting traditions!
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
$88Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Dominique Rouzan• John Anthony Realty LLC
Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School of Literature & Technology
Charter PreK-8 • Assigned • 15.4mi
8/10
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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
4501 Francesco Rd · $350,000
$350K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $350K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
63 days
The average home goes pending in 68 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
Butler's pantry
Ceiling fan(s)
Carbon monoxide detector
Pantry
Cable TV
Gas fireplace
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Range
Heating & cooling
Central heating with multiple heating units
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
City lot, rectangular
Waterfront
Home design
2 stories
Raised foundation
Parking
Driveway
Off-street parking
Three or more parking spaces
Security
Security system
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Brick and HardiPlank-type exterior
Shingle roof
Built in raised foundation
Property in excellent condition
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Water heater (energy-efficient feature)
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
This beautiful, spacious, and elegant water view home is certainly a must see and one that you don't want to miss out on! From the large and airy common living, dining, and kitchen areas to the wonderful warmness of the bedrooms, calming ambience of the bathrooms, welcoming office space, lively gaming area, and the diversity of an extra room that could be used for a play, reading, or exercise, this home offers a truly remarkable sense of peace and excitement all in one. Its cozy environment presents endless opportunities to create your own vision should you desire any additional changes to this recently renovated move-in ready home. Experience the large upstairs patio where you can relax and enjoy the fresh air while drinking a nice, cool beverage and reading a good book. Beneath this two-story home is an incredibly large open area where you can host parties, house cars and storage, or to just enjoy the outside openness while lounging on hammocks or utilizing comfortable patio furnishings. This home also boasts a double-wide driveway area that could fit at least six vehicles further illustrating the property's massive space. Embark upon a serene oasis as you enter the eye-catching backyard. Filled with luscious greenery, a wide wooden deck, a large boat house, and a quiet body of water, the home's outside area offers scenic views and leads to amazing opportunities to experience boating activities, jet ski rides, and fishing in Lake Pontchartrain and Lake Borgne. Nestled between downtown New Orleans and Northshore Slidell, it is the perfect home to experience calmness and serenity while being in close proximity to city life and urban suburbia where you can enjoy a variety of fun-filled activities. This home is a great choice for a primary residence or a second home for weekend getaways, holiday celebrations, and special occasions! Make your appointment today to view this fantastic home. It is ready for you to make memories and create exciting traditions!
AcadianaMLS #NO2537649
Jul 15, 2026
Price Changed
$350,000
$88/sq ft
May 12, 2026
Price Changed
$375,000
$94/sq ft
Apr 6, 2026
Listed
$399,000
$100/sq ft
GSREIN #5
May 12, 2026
Price Changed
$375,000
$94/sq ft
GSREIN #2249391
Jun 25, 2020
Sold
$225,000
$56/sq ft
Apr 24, 2020
Pending
—
Apr 20, 2020
Listed
$250,000
$63/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO2249391
Apr 20, 2020
Listed
$250,000
$63/sq ft
GSREIN #4
Feb 10, 2020
Price Changed
$250,000
$63/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO2237683
Jan 20, 2020
Listed
$250,000
$63/sq ft
GSREIN #3
Jan 3, 2020
Price Changed
$275,000
$69/sq ft
Nov 21, 2019
Price Changed
$285,000
$71/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO2228153
Oct 21, 2019
Listed
$275,000
$69/sq ft
GSREIN #2
Sep 11, 2019
Price Changed
$290,000
$73/sq ft
Aug 9, 2019
Price Changed
$295,000
$74/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO2215229
Jul 22, 2019
Listed
$290,000
$73/sq ft
GSREIN #1
May 19, 2019
Price Changed
$315,000
$79/sq ft
Mar 1, 2019
Price Changed
$329,000
$82/sq ft
Jan 22, 2019
Price Changed
$339,000
$85/sq ft
Oct 21, 2018
Price Changed
$349,000
$87/sq ft
Aug 28, 2018
Price Changed
$359,000
$90/sq ft
Jul 28, 2018
Price Changed
$369,000
$92/sq ft
Jun 26, 2018
Price Changed
$379,000
$95/sq ft
Jun 4, 2018
Price Changed
$395,000
$99/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO2153392
May 18, 2018
Listed
$315,000
$79/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 14, 1994
Sold
$150,000
$38/sq ft
GSREIN #240297
Mar 3, 1994
Listed
$169,500
$42/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO240297
Mar 3, 1994
Listed
$169,500
$42/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1982
Sold
$122,200
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,485 (+1.1%)
$3,610 + $22,500
$26,110
2025
$3,446 (−1.5%)
$3,610 + $22,500
$26,110
2024
$3,498 (−12.2%)
$3,610 + $22,500
$26,110
2023
$3,984 (+66.4%)
$3,610 + $23,530
$27,140
2022
$2,395 (−38.7%)
$3,610 + $13,410
$17,020
2021
$3,907 (+32.3%)
$3,610 + $23,530
$27,140
2020
$2,953 (+0.3%)
$3,610 + $23,530
$27,140
2019
$2,945 (−1.9%)
$3,610 + $23,530
$27,140
2018
$3,002 (+5.3%)
$3,610 + $22,740
$26,350
2017
$2,851 (+139.0%)
$3,610 + $22,740
$26,350
2015
$1,193 (−0.1%)
$3,610 + $11,390
$15,000
2014
$1,194
$6,020 + $8,980
$15,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,488
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,488
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orleans Parish
APN
39W960204
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
S-RS
IZD - COMMERCIAL SHORT TERM RENTAL
IZD - NON-COMMERCIAL STR SPECIAL EXCEPTION
IZD - BED AND BREAKFAST
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
Commercial Short-Term Rental Interim Zoning District
Bed and Breakfast 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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 22 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 18% for direct sun exposure in New Orleans. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 4501 Francesco Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $229,000 and $533,500.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $229K to $534K.