720 Lafayette St

Gretna, LA 70053

$425,000
Price
3
Beds
1,308 Sq. Ft.
$325 / Sq. Ft.
1,308
Sq. Ft.
$325
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Located in the Historical Section of Old Gretna this could be for you. Off street parking for at least 3 vehicles. This historical home has lots of charm and character. You also have your yard space. Listen the beautiful bells from St. Joseph. Wood floors, high ceilings and colorful transoms over some of the doors. It once was used an Air B&B. Large laundry room and eat-in kitchen. Typical of this semi shot-gun house, you can be creative on how to use the rooms. Possible Owner FinancingLocated in the Historical Section of Old Gretna this could be for you. Off street parking for at least 3 vehicles. This historical home has lots of charm and character. You also have your yard space. Listen the beautiful bells from St. Joseph. Wood floors, high ceilings and colorful transoms over some of the doors. It once was used an Air B&B. Large laundry room and eat-in kitchen. Typical of this semi shot-gun house, you can be creative on how to use the rooms. Possible Owner Financing
  1. Listed by Trudy Dowell • Homesmart Realty South
    P: (504)-908-0049 C: (504)-908-0049 trudo@aol.com

Property Details for 720 Lafayette Street

Architectural Style
Creole Cottage
LISTING UPDATED: 05/19/2026 10:39 AM

Property Details for 720 Lafayette Street

StatusActive
MLS #2542793
Days on Market99
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family / Single Family Home
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,500 SF
CountyJefferson Parish
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Location

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Building Information for 720 Lafayette Street

Stories1Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,500 SF

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$2,308 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,118

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 720 Lafayette Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take Westbank Expressway turn on Lafayette St. toward the river Bounding Streets: 8th, 9th, Amelia, Newton
  • Latitude: 29.91
  • Longitude: -90.06
  • MLS Area Minor: JEFFERSON
  • Year Built: 1,910
  • In City Limits: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 3 Car, Off Street
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 6 Square 14 Gretna
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Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1467.0
  • Living Area: 1308.0
  • Living Area Source: Measured
  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 30 x 150
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Parcel Number: 14
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sub Type: Single Family Home
  • Overall Condition: Very Good
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Other Gas
  • EL Utilities Elec: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Partial: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/0

Property History for 720 Lafayette Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #2542793

$450,000—
Apr 29, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1489420620

—
Sep 27, 2000

Sold

ROAM MLS #NO417590

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/12/2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #2542793

$450,000
04/29/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1489420620

—
09/27/2000

Sold

ROAM MLS #NO417590

—

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

Public Records for 720 Lafayette Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,500Additions$24,100Total$28,600
Tax Record2025$2,275 ($190 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size4,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyJEFFERSONAPN0-10-0000070

Schools near 720 Lafayette Street

This home is within Jefferson Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mcdonogh #26 Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies
Public - PK to 5
L.H. Marrero Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
West Jefferson High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mcdonogh #26 Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies
PublicPK to 5

L.H. Marrero Middle School
Public6 to 8

West Jefferson High School
Public9 to 12

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 720 Lafayette Street, Gretna, LA 70053

720 Lafayette Street is a single family home for sale in Gretna, LA 70053. This property was listed for sale on February 12, 2026 by Homesmart Realty South, it's currently listed at $425,000. It has been on the market for a total of 99 days and was last sold on April 29, 2022. This listing's school district is Jefferson Parish School District. Nearby schools include Mcdonogh #26 Elementary School, Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies and L.H. Marrero Middle School. 720 Lafayette Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,308 sqft single family home built in 1910.

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