5 Sold New Orleans Mansions Showcasing Historic Grandeur and Renovation

Beyond private gates, a walled compound on a dead-end street offers rare quiet and a sense of complete seclusion in New Orleans. Extensively renovated with the touch of Griege Home, the interiors lean into craft: Henry plumbing fixtures, Carlisle flooring, Classic Cupboards cabinetry, and 3-inch marble countertops. Heated bathroom floors and premium appliances from Perlick, Scotsman, and Sub Zero refine everyday routines, while millwork, crown molding, and rich pine floors set a formal tone from the grand foyer. From there, the layout flows to a formal dining room and expansive living room, where a wall of French doors opens to meticulously landscaped grounds. The primary suite feels like a retreat, with a secluded balcony, two marble baths, and two oversized walk-in closets. Outdoors, sprawling grounds frame a saltwater pool, pool cabana, and an upscale grill station for long, unhurried afternoons.

Price: $4,890,000 (Sold)

On Saint Charles Avenue in New Orleans, this iconic mansion pairs a classic center-hall plan with a renovation by Michael Carbine. A grand covered porch framed by Corinthian columns sets the tone for interiors rich with soaring ceilings, elaborate plaster friezes and appliqués, sparkling chandeliers, and double and triple crown molding. The sweeping entry stair opens to an expansive formal living room with built-in bookshelves and towering floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the front porch and emerald grounds, while a formal dining room is served by an adjoining wet bar and butler’s pantry. A sunroom wraps three walls in plate-glass windows with views of the private grounds. The kitchen is fitted with top-of-the-line stainless appliances, stone counters, and a large island, flowing to a breakfast area through French doors to a covered balcony. Outside, a fully fenced corner lot features lush landscaping, a large pool, a two-car garage, and parking behind an electric gate.

Price: $4,200,000 (Sold)

Originally built for gracious living on coveted Palmer Avenue by Audubon Park, this mansion unfolds behind an expansive front porch and double leaded-glass doors into a magnificent entrance foyer. Period architectural details set the tone: a grand staircase, soaring ceilings, marble mantles, and intricate molding and millwork throughout. Entertaining rooms are framed by Italian plaster friezes and original pocket doors, while the formal dining room features a hand-painted mural of Audubon Park paired with handsome woodwork. A spacious den with wet bar flows into the gourmet chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, including a Lacanche French range, plus a huge butler’s pantry. Upstairs, the primary suite opens to a balcony overlooking an oak tree–lined street, with three additional en suite bedrooms and an enormous laundry room with kitchenette. A renovated third floor, basement prep kitchen, elevator, generator, new slate roof, and a tropical backyard with covered terrace, outdoor kitchen, and heated saltwater pool complete the experience.

Price: $3,300,000 (Sold)

Originally built in 1857, this lovingly restored Italianate mansion brings old New Orleans grandeur to prestigious Camp Street, directly across from iconic Coliseum Square. Inside, soaring 16-foot ceilings and ornate plasterwork set an elegant tone, while double-parlor leads flow to a formal dining room adorned with trompe l’oeil frescoes. The custom kitchen pairs craftsmanship with substance, featuring extra-thick Calcutta Gold marble countertops. A sweeping mahogany staircase rises to the second level, where natural light streams through grand windows framing postcard-perfect views of Coliseum Park and its fountain. Four private balconies create quiet moments outdoors, each a picturesque retreat within the historic streetscape. Completing the estate is a delightful guest house—ideal for visitors, a private office, or a creative studio—offering flexibility without compromising the home’s sense of occasion.

Price: $2,775,000 (Sold)

Originally built in 1869 on the grounds of the former Wiltz Plantation, the Doll Frater Cottage is a classic center-hall cottage recognized as a named Historic House within a Historic District through the Garden District Association’s Profiles in Preservation Project. A historical renovation completed in 1999 by architect Davis Lee Jahncke later received the Association’s 2003 Renovator’s Award, adding another layer to its storied life—alongside ties to artist Caroline Wogan Durieux. Inside, hand-painted artistry sets the tone, from the dining room mural and ceiling by Elizabeth Whitmire Brown (Betty Hadden) to the entrance hall wall and ceiling finish by Sherry Haydel. High ceilings, Lachin medallions, decorative fireplaces, and a custom bookcase and entertainment center in the den balance ornament with comfort. A spacious kitchen, large back porch, and deep 54×160 lot open to a huge back yard, with a separate-entrance apartment that can be incorporated into the main living area for flexible living and entertaining.

Price: $1,300,000 (Sold)