OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2024 for $420K

$388,998

•

5,700

sq ft

5961 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 70128

About this home

This stunning Lake Forest Estates home offers breathtaking views of the lake from nearly every room. The soaring ceilings and beautiful crystal chandeliers throughout the house add a touch of elegance. The majestic water fountain in the courtyard creates a tranquil atmosphere in the courtyard. Private balconies off the bedrooms provide a peaceful retreat, while the wall of windows in the office allows for plenty of natural light, plus there's ample storage for your book collections. One of the two primary suites features French doors that open to the grand patio with the fountain and lake views, the other boasts a sitting room, a veranda, and great lake views. The home is in need of some TLC, however, this presents a great opportunity for a savvy buyer to update and customize this faboulos home into their dream home. A place for each family member, space for those family gatherings, plus privacy when needed, this home offers the perfect balance. The backyard, complete with fruit trees, is a serene oasis to enjoy the lake views. Make this your dream home by adding your personal touch and transforming it into a truly spectacular property.

Single-familyProperty Type

1983Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

$68Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Sheila Julien • Compass Historic (LATT09)

Bought with Nicole Pellerin • The Pellerin Group NOLA LLC

Redfin checked: over 7 days ago

•Source:GSREIN #2455399

Redfin Estimate

$388,998

$31K since sold in December 2024$10K since October

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This home's estimate is 59.4% higher than the average sale price ($244K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$305,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,909 sq ft
11276 Fernley Dr, New Orleans, LA 70128
SOLD APR 16, 2026
$310,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,688 sq ft
11101 Lake Forest Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70128
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$225,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,285 sq ft
11721 W Barrington Dr, New Orleans, LA 70128
SOLD MAR 17, 2026
$220,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,372 sq ft
5872 W Louis Prima Dr, New Orleans, LA 70128
SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$160,000
E
4 beds3 baths3,300 sq ft
7725 Lehigh St, New Orleans, LA 70127

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$39,585

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Market trends in 70128, LA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

94.3%

+1.5% MoM

Median sale price

$192K

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

144d

37 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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$250,000
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7819 Sun St, New Orleans, LA 70128
$79,000
4 beds1.5 baths1,332 sq ft
7821 Sun St, New Orleans, LA 70128
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3 beds2 baths1,188 sq ft
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Sale history for 5961 Wright Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,960 (+72.1%)

$8,670 + $32,260

$40,930

2025

$2,881 (−1.2%)

$8,670 + $32,260

$40,930

2024

$2,916 (−7.5%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2023

$3,152 (+7.6%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2022

$2,929 (−5.6%)

$8,670 + $15,510

$24,180

2021

$3,101 (−0.8%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2020

$3,126 (−3.1%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2019

$3,226 (−1.6%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2018

$3,279 (+4.5%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2017

$3,138 (−0.9%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2015

$3,165

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2014

$3,167

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

Tax history for 5961 Wright Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,960 (+72.1%)

$8,670 + $32,260

$40,930

2025

$2,881 (−1.2%)

$8,670 + $32,260

$40,930

2024

$2,916 (−7.5%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2023

$3,152 (+7.6%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2022

$2,929 (−5.6%)

$8,670 + $15,510

$24,180

2021

$3,101 (−0.8%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2020

$3,126 (−3.1%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2019

$3,226 (−1.6%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2018

$3,279 (+4.5%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2017

$3,138 (−0.9%)

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2015

$3,165

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

2014

$3,167

$8,670 + $16,330

$25,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,212

Year built

1980

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Orleans Parish

APN

39W048204

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.

S-RS

IZD - BED AND BREAKFAST

IZD - COMMERCIAL SHORT TERM RENTAL

IZD - NON-COMMERCIAL STR SPECIAL EXCEPTION

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
Corridor Transformation Design Overlay 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

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage

Parking
Features: Garage, Two Spaces, Garage Door Opener

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 12

Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Gas

Equipment
Appliances: Cooktop, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator

Interior Features
Other Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Roof Details: Shingle
Construction Details: Brick, Vinyl Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Enclosed Porch, Fence
Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Covered, Porch, Screened

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.4978
Lot Size Acres: 0.4978
Lot Size Dimensions: 105x208/205
Lot Features: City Lot, Rectangular Lot
Is Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Lake

Property Information
Foundation Details: Slab
Average Condition

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central

Location

HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Association Fee: $360
Annually

School
Elementary School: Lake Forest
High School: Abramson Sci

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,212
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: Orleans Parish
APN: 39W048204

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Is Human Modified

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School of Literature & Technology

Charter PreK-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

7/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 22-32% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

10/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 107° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

10/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

New Orleans, LA • 70128

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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5.2 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$370,000 – $448,000

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Home values near 5961 Wright Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
6001 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 6293 Sq. Ft.	$493,269
6030 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2040 Sq. Ft.	$264,111
5921 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4870 Sq. Ft.	$651,188
11024 Chaucer St, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3120 Sq. Ft.	$288,074
11036 South Hardy St, New Orleans, LA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2158 Sq. Ft.	$250,573
11030 North Hardy St, New Orleans, LA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2530 Sq. Ft.	$241,853
11031 Chaucer St, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2342 Sq. Ft.	$255,110

Address	Redfin Estimate
5941 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4237 Sq. Ft.	$503,811
5951 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 5400 Sq. Ft.	$484,429
6011 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4059 Sq. Ft.	$504,198
11037 North Hardy St, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3950 Sq. Ft.	$320,899
11018 North Hardy St, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2773 Sq. Ft.	$316,695
11024 North Hardy St, New Orleans, LA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2970 Sq. Ft.	$274,323
11019 Chaucer St, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2628 Sq. Ft.	$279,265

Address	Redfin Estimate
5931 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 5698 Sq. Ft.	$353,300
6021 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 5203 Sq. Ft.	$374,618
6041 Wright Rd, New Orleans, LA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3403 Sq. Ft.	$389,306
11031 North Hardy St, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3428 Sq. Ft.	$296,755
11036 North Hardy St, New Orleans, LA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2723 Sq. Ft.	$292,213
11036 Chaucer St, New Orleans, LA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2876 Sq. Ft.	$294,770
11018 Chaucer St, New Orleans, LA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2313 Sq. Ft.	$242,978

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