Welcome to this charming, well-cared-for home in popular Paradise Manor, ideally situated on a spacious corner lot in River Ridge. The inviting kitchen has been updated with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and ample cabinetry, offering both style and functionality. This four-bedroom, two-bath home features two generous living spaces, including one with a dining area that opens to the kitchen and a beautiful brick fireplace. The efficient floor plan offers two bedrooms downstairs, while two spacious upstairs bedrooms feature new flooring and walk-in closets. Step outside to a large backyard with a paved, covered patio--perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying outdoor gatherings. The backyard also includes a large detached workshop equipped with electricity and AC. With its generous size and existing utilities, this versatile space could potentially be transformed into additional living or recreational space. Additional features include updated windows, well-insulated vinyl siding, and an attached garage that provides abundant storage and doubles as a convenient laundry room just off the kitchen. Located close to everything River Ridge has to offer, with easy access to New Orleans via the Earhart Expressway, this home offers space, versatility, and convenience in a desirable neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
$183Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Margie Hardesty• Engel & Voelkers New Orleans
Listed by Adele Hunt• Engel & Voelkers New Orleans
Paradise Manor, located between Jefferson Highway and the Mississippi River levee, is a residential and suburban River Ridge neighborhood with curving mid-century streets and a strong river-adjacent feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Jefferson Highway corridor near Little Farms Avenue, where low-slung storefronts, local eateries, and everyday errands set a steady rhythm. Housing leans toward ranch-style homes and tidy brick builds with deep setbacks and mature trees. Levee paths frame the edge of the area with long, open views and a breezy, walk-and-roll routine. Nearby anchors such as Little Farms Grocery, Nor-Joe Imports, and Oak Street Po-Boy Festival (seasonal) give the area a distinctly local cadence.
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Market insights
717 Mary Ln · $329,000
DAYS ON MARKET
17 days
The average home goes pending in 53 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
95.4%
Most homes are selling 5% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$329,000
Median sale price in this area is $268,445. (18% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
25% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Living room
Dining room
Den
Kitchen
Storm windows
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Ice maker
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Wood-burning fireplace
Exterior features
Covered porch
Workshop
Wood and other fencing
Home design
Single family residence
Vinyl siding and brick exterior
Composition roof
Construction
Vinyl siding
Brick construction
Composition roof
Utilities
Electric service provided by Entergy
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to this charming, well-cared-for home in popular Paradise Manor, ideally situated on a spacious corner lot in River Ridge. The inviting kitchen has been updated with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and ample cabinetry, offering both style and functionality. This four-bedroom, two-bath home features two generous living spaces, including one with a dining area that opens to the kitchen and a beautiful brick fireplace. The efficient floor plan offers two bedrooms downstairs, while two spacious upstairs bedrooms feature new flooring and walk-in closets. Step outside to a large backyard with a paved, covered patio—perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying outdoor gatherings. The backyard also includes a large detached workshop equipped with electricity and AC. With its generous size and existing utilities, this versatile space could potentially be transformed into additional living or recreational space. Additional features include updated windows, well-insulated vinyl siding, and an attached garage that provides abundant storage and doubles as a convenient laundry room just off the kitchen. Located close to everything River Ridge has to offer, with easy access to New Orleans via the Earhart Expressway, this home offers space, versatility, and convenience in a desirable neighborhood.
AcadianaMLS #NO2574965
Sep 17, 2026
Pending
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Sep 12, 2026
Price Changed
$329,000
$183/sq ft
Aug 31, 2026
Listed
$339,000
$188/sq ft
GSREIN #2363768
Nov 4, 2022
Sold
$295,000
$164/sq ft
Sep 28, 2022
Pending
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Sep 19, 2022
Listed
$299,000
$166/sq ft
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River Ridge home in popular Paradise Manor! Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, Quartz counters & beautiful cabinets! Den with fireplace! 2 bedrooms down & 2 bedrooms up. Separate Living Room, Den & Large Covered Patio for Entertaining! Updated windows & insulated siding. Attached garage. Large corner lot with rear yard access. Termite contract. Detached workshop w/ electric & A/C. Just move in!
AcadianaMLS #NO2363768
Sep 19, 2022
Listed
$299,000
$166/sq ft
GSREIN #1
Aug 1, 2022
Price Changed
$345,000
$192/sq ft
Jul 1, 2022
Price Changed
$349,000
$194/sq ft
May 27, 2022
Price Changed
$359,000
$199/sq ft
May 11, 2022
Price Changed
$369,000
$205/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO2336842
Mar 16, 2022
Listed
$345,000
$192/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1989
Sold
$81,000
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,576 (+5.2%)
$6,000 + $22,060
$28,060
2024
$3,401 (−4.2%)
$6,000 + $22,060
$28,060
2023
$3,551 (+139.2%)
$6,000 + $22,060
$28,060
2022
$1,485 (+7.7%)
$6,000 + $6,060
$12,060
2021
$1,378 (+0.8%)
$6,000 + $6,060
$12,060
2020
$1,368 (−2.8%)
$6,000 + $6,060
$12,060
2019
$1,407 (+7.4%)
$5,700 + $6,360
$12,060
2018
$1,310
$5,700 + $6,360
$12,060
2017
$1,310 (+2.1%)
$5,700 + $6,360
$12,060
2016
$1,283 (+0.9%)
$5,700 + $6,360
$12,060
2014
$1,271
$5,680 + $6,150
$11,830
2013
$1,271
$5,680 + $6,150
$11,830
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
6,000 Sq. Ft.
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson Parish
APN
0910005699
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Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
R1A
Single-Family Residential District
This district is composed of certain lands and structures having a low density, single-family residential character and additional open area where it is desirable and likely that such similar development will occur. Uses are limited to single-family residences and such non-residential uses as are intended primarily to provide service to the adjacent neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Park & open space
Historical weather
River Ridge, LA • 70123
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 18% for direct sun exposure in River Ridge. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 717 Mary Ln
$322,482
$6,518 under list price of $329K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $265K to $350K.