Maps

Mapping New Orleans cemeteries you can't miss

by Sarah Chase Oct 21, 2016, 12:09p

New Orleans' cities of the dead are a part of the landscape. They're creepy, historic, beautiful, and most are above ground 'cause it's swampy and it floods here. You'll find the oldest cemetery in the city, Marie Laveau's rumored grave, plus more.

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Exploring New Orleans' secret spots

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 21, 2016, 11:12a

Walking or driving around New Orleans, you may have stumbled upon on of the city's secretive spots. Next time you're meandering around town, take a purposeful detour onto these secretive alleys, cul-de-sacs, and neighborhoods-within-neighborhoods.

News

City Council votes 6-1 on short-term rental regulations

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 20, 2016, 5:55p

Today’s vote was preliminary; the council must take a final vote before it is finalized

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New Orleans ranks No. 5 on Best Big Cities List

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 20, 2016, 4:43p

The readers’ poll ranks the top 15 cities with populations of 150,000 or more

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Inside Henry Howard's final house on Esplanade

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 20, 2016, 1:13p

Prolific Louisiana architect Henry Howard left his mark around New Orleans. Howard’s last known commission, the Auguste Tete house at 1914 Esplanade Ave., recently hit the market. Take a look inside, designed nearly 135 years ago and well preserved.

What $1,450 rents you in New Orleans right now

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 20, 2016, 12:08p

Welcome to Curbed Comparisons, a column that explores what one can rent for a set dollar amount in various New Orleans neighborhoods. Is one person's studio another person's townhouse? Let's find out! Today's price is $1,450. Check out the rentals.

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The big reveal: An 1870s Victorian farmhouse finally shines

by Mary Jo Bowling Oct 20, 2016, 9:00a

After years of preparation, hard work, and sheer determination, Mark Goff and Philip Engel are (nearly) finished renovating their dreamy 1870s Victorian farmhouse.

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Price down on parade-party friendly Uptown home

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 19, 2016, 5:20p

After hitting the market in September, the price on this spacious, perfect-for-a-parade party home Uptown has been knocked down twice. Originally listing at $1.2 million, after the latest cut the price is down to $1.15 million. Take a look inside.

Lovely University Area home sells at $1.68 million

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 19, 2016, 5:00p

After originally hitting the market at $1.95 million, City Business reports a traditional Uptown home recently sold for $1.85 million. On a quiet street near the universities, the 4,468 square-foot home features a wraparound front porch and...

Gallier Hall is about to get a $5 million makeover

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 19, 2016, 10:19a

The Greek Revival building Gallier Hall, which overlooks Lafayette Square and is the spot for much of the pomp and circumstance New Orleans Carnival, is undergoing a $5 million renovation. This includes restoring art, furniture, and other objects.

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New Orleans crosswalks are pretty dangerous

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 19, 2016, 9:58a

New Orleans is a perilous place to navigate on foot, according to a new report from the New Orleans Office of Inspector General. Countdown timers for pedestrians are only in place at less than 10 percent of the city's 463 signalized intersections.

A 760-acre Scottish island is the best way to spend $2.4M

by Jenny Xie @canonind Oct 17, 2016, 5:08p

Off-grid in the Summer Isles

Breaking: We are moving to Mars

by Jeremiah Budin Oct 14, 2016, 2:28p

See you guys there.

Ask Flipped: Why do these twin girls keep showing up in the hallway of my hotel?

by Laura Euler Oct 14, 2016, 11:57a

And do I really have to “come play with [them]”?

$32M Texas mansion has waterpark, in-ground trampoline in backyard

by Jeremiah Budin Oct 4, 2016, 11:58a

It’s the mullet of mansions: business in the front, party in the back.

Bayou St. John home comes with backyard oasis

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 18, 2016, 2:00p

This circa 1850s Bayou St. John home blends historic charm with some fantastic modern amenities, include a huge pool and deck in the backyard. The 3,059 square-foot home has wood floors, exposed beams, and a pretty staircase. Take a look inside.

Federal City redevelopment stalled once again

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 18, 2016, 12:00p

The long-stalled redevelopment of Algiers’ Federal City looks like it might be stalled some more. The Advocate reports the local agency in charge of the project has fired its master developer, leaving the long-stalled project stalled once again.

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Mayor: Whole-home short-term rentals are a no-go

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 18, 2016, 10:48a

With City Council’s long-awaited short-term rental vote coming up this week, The Advocate reports Mayor Mitch Landrieu has voiced his opposition to whole-home short-term rentals. Landrieu said, "[short-term rentals are] going to be off the table."

Residents get a first look at Marigny Hampton Inn

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 18, 2016, 10:21a

Marigny residents got a look at the Hampton Inn planned for the neighborhood last night, and neighbors want the hotel have a design more in step with the neighborhood. The hotel is planned for the former site of a planned Sean Cummings' development.

Inside a cute Creole Cottage on Frenchmen Street

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 17, 2016, 5:02p

Renovated in 2014, this cute two-bay Creole cottage in Marigny just got a price cut. Originally asking $445,000, it’s now down to $429,000. Warm details make the 1,240 square-foot Frenchmen Street one-bedroom super cozy. Take a look inside the place.

How Louisiana is relocating a community threatened by climate change

by Patrick Sisson Sep 29, 2016, 12:51p

An unprecedented move on the Gulf Coast may form the blueprint for a looming, 21st century challenge

Hotel, retail slated for 7th Ward block

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 17, 2016, 3:02p

Residents of the 7th Ward got notice that a developer is planning to build a hotel and retail space at the site of an old car wash and warehouse buildings on St. Bernard Avenue, according to a tip from a reader. The site's across from Sidney's...

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Susan Spicer's New Mid-City Restaurant, Rosedale, Is Open

by Nora McGunnigle Oct 17, 2016, 12:37p

Eat Spicer's globally influenced food and take the opportunity to check out bathroom, a converted jail cell

Map: The essential Frank Lloyd Wright

by Patrick Sisson Sep 28, 2016, 2:29p

Projects from across the country—which you can still visit—that present an overview of his incredible career

Work continues on Cambria Suites, Ochsner expansion

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 17, 2016, 11:55a

Canal Street Beat dropped by the construction sites of two major projects in two parts of town, and reports that construction is progressing. Photos show construction underway at the Warehouse District hotel site and the Jefferson hospital expansion.

How big cities are working to preserve their small, independent businesses

by Patrick Sisson Oct 17, 2016, 9:01a

New ideas and city initiatives are trying to solve a crisis that threatens the stores and shops that make our cities unique

Creative camelback in Bywater serves up retro vibes

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 14, 2016, 4:51p

Set far back from Poland Avenue in Bywater, this creative camelback serves up retro vibes in 1,442 square feet. A renovated barn, the home has a split-level living room, exposed beams, and lots of natural light. Take a look inside the creative house.

New Orleans Development News

Investor behind World Trade Center suit resigns

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 14, 2016, 3:59p

NOLA.com reports the leader of Two Canal Street Investors, the group engaged in a lengthy legal battle to block the redevelopment of the World Trade Center into a Four Seasons hotel, has resigned—and the company's lawyer's have quit, as well.

Take a sneak peek at the condos at The Standard

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 14, 2016, 3:08p

While not scheduled to be complete until spring 2018, units at The Standard, the Morris Adjmi-designed condo development coming to the South Market District, just started popping up on the market. Take a look at renderings of some of the units now.

Gorgeous Esplanade Avenue mansion sells for $2M

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 14, 2016, 9:37a

This drop-dead gorgeous mansion on the French Quarter side of Esplanade Avenue, which hit the market in March 2015, just sold for $2 million, according to City Business. The most recent asking price was $2,200,000. Take a look inside the home.

Renovated Uptown camelback and classic but sleek

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 13, 2016, 10:35a

This Uptown camelback that just hit the market this week got a sleek, contemporary renovation in 2008. The house boasts 12-foot ceilings and wood floors throughout. The kitchen has marble counters and stainless steel appliances opens onto a porch.

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The New Orleans Sinkhole Tour is now a thing

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 13, 2016, 10:11a

Well, this is a thing: Gambit tells us the local public radio station WWNO is hosting a New Orleans Sinkhole Tour on Oct. 22 for all you fans of sinkholes, potholes, and other perilous symbols of failing infrastructure. The tour is free, too.

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City issued 8,900 parking tickets by mistake

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 12, 2016, 10:59a

Getting a parking ticket often feels like a grave injustice, even if you’re in the wrong. But if you got a citation in New Orleans, it may have actually been a mistake: The city’s Inspector General's Office found thousands of mistakes in tickets.

Inside an elegant Garden District side hall

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 12, 2016, 10:10a

This elegant Victorian side hall camelback just hit the market in the Garden District. Boasting 13-foot ceilings, the 3,151 square-foot home has formal living and dining rooms with original floors, pocket doors, and fireplaces. Take a look inside.

Chic Creole cottage in the Quarter gets a price cut

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 11, 2016, 1:48p

This very neutral-toned French Quarter Creole cottage hit the market in April, then asking $1,875,000. After an $85,000 price cut, the asking price is down to $1,789,000. The renovated home is a chic retreat in a quiet part of the French Quarter.

Carrollton mixed-use property asks $2.9 million

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 11, 2016, 12:44p

A mixed-use space on S. Carrollton Avenue on the corner of Oak Street, formerly a Whitney Bank, is now for sale. Currently, the building houses Pho Bistreaux restaurant and the Nail Lounge salon. The building suffered a one-alarm fire this summer.

Work may be resuming on stalled Tracage apartments

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 11, 2016, 11:19a

It looks like one of the members of New Orleans’ Stalled Development Hall of Fame, the super-delayed Tracage luxury apartments, might be back on track. Canal Street Beat noticed the developer recently made some moves on the luxury apartment project.

Apartments or hotel might go up on Tulane Avenue

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 11, 2016, 10:42a

Jeffrey Feil of The Feil Organization has shared plans for the old Dixie beer warehouse on Tulane Avenue, which he bought in April. NOLA.com reports he hopes to demolish the warehouse and build either a mixed-use apartment/retail building or hotel.

Inside an adorable, renovated Holy Cross cottage

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 10, 2016, 2:57p

An adorable Holy Cross cottage renovated by Operation Comeback, a program of the Preservation Resource Center, just got another price cut. It originally hit the market in August at $289,000, and after a second price cut it’s down to $269,000.

Price down on Saints player's Uptown bachelor pad

by Lauren LaBorde Oct 10, 2016, 12:56p

Saints wide receiver Brandin Cooks recently put his high-end bachelor pad on the market. The Black Pearl home hit the market at $910,000, and now it’s down to $899,000. The 3,584 square-foot home features a massive walk-in closet. Take a look inside.

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