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Historic Duplex Income Property

1911-15 Octavia Street New Orleans, LA 70115

1911-15 Octavia Street, New Orleans, LA, 70115
$1,200,000
For Sale
$1,200,000

Historic duplex with restored interior details, two units, detached garage, and basement laundry area.

Property Size5,028 SF
Price / SF$238.66
Days on Market17

Property Features for 1911-15 Octavia Street

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
5,028 SF
Property subtype
MULTI FAMILY FOR SALE / Townhouse

Building Details

Year Built
1912
Listing agency XLV Realty LLC
Listed by Caitlin Burnetz · License #995716860
Source Compass
Added: Jul 6 Updated: Jul 21 at 11:42AM Checked: Jul 22 at 7:27AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

A historic income-producing duplex offering classic architectural character and distinctive original interior details. The property is currently configured as two units, with soaring ceilings, restored hardwood floors on the main level, original pocket doors, transom windows, fireplace mantels, and tall windows that bring in natural light. The first-floor unit includes formal living and dining rooms, an updated kitchen with a breakfast area, three bedrooms, and two full bathrooms, along with a spacious storage room off the primary bedroom. The upper unit spans the second and third floors and features a renovated kitchen, formal dining room, and a sunroom with balcony access, plus three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a bonus room, and expansive converted attic space. Recent improvements include updated electrical wiring, replaced plumbing extending to the street, and reconstruction of the north exterior wall with Hardie siding. Several areas remain ready for restoration and enhancement.

The property includes a detached garage and a basement laundry area.

Key Highlights

  • Historic 3‑story Audubon‑area duplex built in 1912 with approx. 5,028 sq ft total
  • 2‑unit setup: first‑floor unit approx. 1,985 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, updated kitchen, and storage room off primary bedroom
  • Upper unit spans 2nd/3rd floors approx. 3,043 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, renovated kitchen, sunroom with balcony access, bonus room, and converted attic space

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 $67.6k $13.44
− Vacancy −$5.8k −$1.16
EGI $61.7k $12.28
− OpEx −$18.5k −$3.68
NOI $43.2k $8.60
5,028 SF · lease $13.44/SF/yr · vacancy 8.64% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$617.4K
$540.2K – $720.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $43,216 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.60%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$547.3K
$478.9K – $638.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $38,310 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.19%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.33M
$1.16M – $1.55M (±1% cap)
NOI $92,857 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.74%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Food Market HVAC Service Barber Shop Building Supply Nail Salon Electrical Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Grocery & Convenience Store

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Historic duplex with restored interior details, two units, detached garage, and basement laundry area.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1911-15 Octavia Street New Orleans, LA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,200,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic 3‑story Audubon‑area duplex built in 1912 with approx. 5,028 sq ft total; 2‑unit setup: first‑floor unit approx. 1,985 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, updated kitchen, and storage room off primary bedroom; Upper unit spans 2nd/3rd floors approx. 3,043 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, renovated kitchen, sunroom with balcony access, bonus room, and converted attic space
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