Commission Accomplished: New construction home in Old Metairie sells for more than $1.5M

Address: 428 Rosa Ave., Metairie, 70005
Sales price: $1,525,000
List price: $1,585,000
Date sold: Aug. 22
Days On Market: 131
Listing agent: Missy Maestri Martin, Prieur Properties

Sales agent: Missy Maestri Martin, Prieur Properties

LHC Builders specializes in new construction across Old Metairie, and the more than $1.5-million luxury home at 428 Rosa Ave. is the contractor’s latest contribution to the market.

“LHC Builders is a family-owned local builder that always does an exceptional job of tailoring a beautiful, modern home to fit perfectly within the lot, bringing a unique floor plan and layout to every house they build, and this stunning, new construction checks all those boxes,” said Missy Maestri Martin, realtor with Prieur Properties, LLC.

The lot formerly had a cottage-style home that was torn down. LHC Builders purchased the lot, built the new home, and sold it to an Old Metairie family with four children looking for a larger home. It has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and 4,199 square feet of living space, on a 50×150 lot size (7,500 square feet), lending to much yard space and room to build a pool.

“The layout fits the trend of what families are looking for – a primary bedroom suite downstairs with an office, and the kids’ four bedrooms upstairs with a bonus room,” said Martin, who was both the listing and sales agent on the transaction. “One of the unique, impressive areas of the house is the beautiful wide foyer lending itself to extra entertaining space and lots of walls to showcase an art collection.”

The foyer also has a bar with a Vitara Wine Cooler and Quartzite Countertops. There is an open floor plan with an island in the kitchen, which consists of Thermadore appliances, cabinets for storage, and a walk-in pantry. There are wide plank white oak floors. There are custom cabinets and lighting throughout the house. There is an outdoor kitchen and a security camera system.

Martin said Rosa Ave. is a mix of new construction and older, cottage homes – a trend that Old Metairie has experienced in recent years. “We continue to see high-quality, new construction join the charming, cottage-style homes, and the two existing well within the market,” Martin said. “Old Metairie continues to grow with both residential and commercial investment. The proximity to Metairie Road and its shops, and the location to the interstate, still very much appeal to buyers and investors.”

Other high priced home sales in the past week:
Address: 363 Memphis Trce, Covington, 70433
Sales price: $940,000
List price: $950,000
Date sold: Aug. 23
Days On Market: 65
Listing agent: Kiley Thiel, Keller Williams Realty Services
Sales agent: Jennifer Rice, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred

A 6-bedroom, 4.5 -bathroom, 4,230-square-foot home at 363 Memphis Trce, in Covington, sold for $940,000 on Aug. 23 after spending 65 days on the market. 

• Natchez Trace, custom home features 13-footceilings in dining, living, keeping, and master; Viking SS appliances; stone countertops throughout; soft close cabinets; wood blinds; high end finishes; tile plank flooring; Bevolo gas lanterns; whole home generator; wine/beverage room; outdoor kitchen; exercise and game room.
• Convenient to I-12, Causeway, shopping, restaurants, Tchefuncte River, Gallagher Park, Stone Creek Club & Spa, Tammany Trace, and additional Northshore amenities.

Address: 1211 Philip St., New Orleans, 70130
Sales price: $925,000
List price: $1,049,000
Date sold: Aug. 21
Days On Market: 218
Listing agent: Shaun McCarthy, McCarthy Group REALTORS
Sales agent: Jolie Lemoine, Keller Williams Realty New Orleans

A 3-bedroom, 2.5 -bathroom, 2,120-square-foot, New Orleans Garden District home at 1211 Philip St. sold for $925,000 on Aug. 21 after 218 days on the market.

• Garden District, French style cottage with off-street gated parking and landscaped backyard;marble foyer leads to formal living room with gas fireplace; downstairs primary bedroom with den/study; French doors opening to covered patio and
• Kitchenboasts marble counters and high end appliances; kitchen opens to dining room; second floor includes en-suite bedroom.

Information provided by Kelleye Rhein & Stephan Mock of Reve Realtors.

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