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Mid-City Double Shotgun Duplex

137-39 South Murat Street New Orleans, LA 70119

137-39 South Murat Street, New Orleans, LA, 70119
$530,000
For Sale
$530,000

Two updated units offer two bedrooms each and off-street driveway parking for convenient, flexible residential income.

Property Size2,128 SF
Price / SF$249.06
Days on Market65

Property Features for 137-39 South Murat Street

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
2,128 SF
Property subtype
MULTI FAMILY FOR SALE / Townhouse

Building Details

Year Built
1921
Listing agency REVE, REALTORS
Listed by Anne Favret · License #995705535
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Added: May 19 Updated: Jul 10 at 1:52PM Checked: Jul 22 at 9:16AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This Mid-City Craftsman double shotgun duplex provides two separate residences, each featuring two bedrooms and one bath. The interiors have been freshly painted, with updated lighting and original hardwood floors throughout. Historic architectural elements, including doors, mantels, shutters, flooring, brickwork, and other period details, have been preserved, giving the property a consistent character inside each unit.

The property is located in Mid-City and is just one block from the Canal Streetcar line, supporting easy access to nearby dining, parks, and downtown. With its South Murat Street address, the duplex is positioned for tenants who want proximity to key day-to-day destinations.

Each unit includes its own off-street driveway parking space, a practical feature that can matter for residents and renters alike. The duplex layout supports a variety of owner-occupant and landlord scenarios, including living in one unit while renting the other, or operating both units as long-term rentals. The measurements are not guaranteed, and interested parties should confirm all details during due diligence.

Key Highlights

  • Double shotgun duplex built in 1921, featuring 2 full baths and 4 total bedrooms across two units
  • Each unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath
  • Central heating and central air

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $42.1k $19.80
− Vacancy −$3.6k −$1.71
EGI $38.5k $18.09
− OpEx −$11.5k −$5.43
NOI $26.9k $12.66
2,128 SF · lease $19.80/SF/yr · vacancy 8.64% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$384.9K
$336.8K – $449.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $26,946 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.08%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$353.8K
$309.6K – $412.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $24,767 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.67%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$556.8K
$487.2K – $649.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $38,978 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.35%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

(Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Grocery & Convenience Store Daycare Center Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Carpet & Flooring Store Barber Shop Auto Parts Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two updated units offer two bedrooms each and off-street driveway parking for convenient, flexible residential income.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 137-39 South Murat Street New Orleans, LA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $530,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Double shotgun duplex built in 1921, featuring 2 full baths and 4 total bedrooms across two units; Each unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath; Central heating and central air
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