147 Joy St

River Ridge, LA 70123

$374,000
Price
4
Beds
2,484 Sq. Ft.
$151 / Sq. Ft.
2,484
Sq. Ft.
$151
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By CompassOpen: 1/24 02:00PM - 04:00PM
Listed By CompassOpen: 1/24 02:00PM - 04:00PM

Description

Charming River Ridge home on a HUGE lot with a guest apartment! Great for multi-generational living or rental income! Guest apartment has its own kitchen, full bath, living room and bedroom! Flexible floorplan allows for private full guest apartment or could be turned into another primary suite or entertaining space! Many options. Just a short walk to the levee walking path and across the highway from John Curtis and St. Matthew Schools. This charming 1950s all brick home sits on an 100x130 lot filled...Charming River Ridge home on a HUGE lot with a guest apartment! Great for multi-generational living or rental income! Guest apartment has its own kitchen, full bath, living room and bedroom! Flexible floorplan allows for private full guest apartment or could be turned into another primary suite or entertaining space! Many options. Just a short walk to the levee walking path and across the highway from John Curtis and St. Matthew Schools. This charming 1950s all brick home sits on an 100x130 lot filled with lush landscaping, including a majestic live oak, colorful crepe myrtles, butterfly and bird loving bushes, and a fruiting Meyer lemon tree. A 420 sqft apartment with a full kitchen, living room, bedroom, bath, and storage offers a private entrance and the option to lock it off from the main home, making it great for guests, live in relatives or rental income. The main house blends mid-century charm with modern big system updates completed in 2021 including new roofs on the main home and three additional buildings, fresh interior paint, Window World windows, new main HVAC system, storm doors, storm shutters, gutters with leaf guard, updated fencing & iron gates, enhanced landscaping, and a wired Brinks alarm system. **The "family room" with the piano used to be a bedroom and could easily be turned back into one!!** Rear yard access leads to three storage buildings with electrical capabilities, one of which is a full-sized garage with a half bath. With an assumable flood policy of just $785/year, abundant storage, multiple entertaining spaces, and big-ticket system updates already complete, this home is a rare find offering both character and convenience in a prime River Ridge location. Check out the photos for optional floorplan changes! Book your showing today!

Listing Agent

  1. Christina Ingrassia

    Christina Ingrassia

    Listing Agent

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Property Details for 147 Joy Street

Architectural Style
Traditional Style

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Property Details for 147 Joy Street

StatusActive
MLS #2516722
Days on Market155
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family / Single Family Home
Year Built1950
Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,000 SF
CountyJefferson Parish

Location

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Building Information for 147 Joy Street

Stories1Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,963 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,823

Property Taxes

$140

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 147 Joy Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Head W on Jefferson Highway from New Orleans, turn left on Joy St towards the river Bounding Streets: Jefferson Hwy, Stewart Pl
  • Latitude: 29.96
  • Longitude: -90.23
  • MLS Area Minor: JEFFERSON
  • Year Built: 1,950
  • In City Limits: 1
  • Neighborhood: Armbruster
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 Car, Garage, Off Street, RV Carport
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT A BLOCK 6 ARMBRUSTER
  • Tax Lot: A
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2686.0
  • Living Area: 2484.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard Vehicle Access, Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100x130
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Parcel Number: 0910001887
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sub Type: Single Family Home
  • Overall Condition: Very Good
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Other Gas
  • EL Utilities Elec: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Full, Other, Wood, Wrought Iron
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio: Concrete
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Partial: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Multi Units, Central Air
  • Heating: 2 or More Units, Central
  • Interior Features: Attic Access, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Other Equipment: Security System
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Bathrooms Display: 3/0
Room Information
Room Information
  • KF Kitchen Features: Pantry

Property History for 147 Joy Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #2516722

$394,000—
Apr 4, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280773460

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/15/2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #2516722

$394,000
04/04/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280773460

—

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 147 Joy Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,630Additions$15,720Total$21,350
Tax Record2024$1,678 ($140 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size12,870 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyJEFFERSONAPN0-91-0001887

Schools near 147 Joy Street

This home is within Jefferson Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies
Public - PK to 5
Hazel Park/Hilda Knoff School
Public - PK to 8
Riverdale High School
Public - 9 to 12
Live Oak Manor Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies
PublicPK to 5

Hazel Park/Hilda Knoff School
PublicPK to 8

Riverdale High School
Public9 to 12

Live Oak Manor Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 147 Joy Street, River Ridge, LA 70123

147 Joy Street is a single family home for sale in River Ridge, LA 70123. This property was listed for sale on August 15, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $374,000. It has been on the market for a total of 155 days and was last sold on April 4, 2005. This listing's school district is Jefferson Parish School District. Nearby schools include Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies, Hazel Park/Hilda Knoff School and Riverdale High School. 147 Joy Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,484 sqft single family home built in 1950.

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