$1,125,000

788 Amethyst St New Orleans, LA 70124

$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
4,723 sqft
0.2 acres
$238 / sqft
House

Property details

About 788 Amethyst St

This contemporary home features open-concept living spaces, modern conveniences and luxurious finishes throughout. Just blocks from the lake and close to the dining and shopping options on Harrison Avenue and in Bucktown, it’s ideally situated in the esteemed LakeShore East neighborhood. Highlights include a gas fireplace, wet bar, professional-grade kitchen appliances and a heated, in-ground saltwater pool—perfect for entertaining. The spacious upstairs great room and expansive driveway provide an ideal setting for gatherings. Additional amenities such as solar panels, a sprinkler system, subsurface drainage, a security system and a newly renovated laundry room add the finishing touches to an easygoing, low-maintenance lifestyle.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Multi Unit(s)
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Multi Unit(s)
Size4,723 sqft
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1968
ParkingAttached, Carport, Off Street, Three or more Spaces
MLS #2505416
FireplaceGas

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer
  • Interior: Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector, Stone Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Parking: Attached, Carport, Off Street, Three or more Spaces
  • Exterior: Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Porch
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Heating: Central, Multi Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Multi Unit(s)
  • List Price: $1,125,000
  • Price/SqFt: $238
  • Annual Tax Amount: $10,315
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Lot: City Lot, Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: Canal Boulevard towards the Lake, right on Amethyst, house on right
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 4,723 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2505416
  • MLS Name: NOMAR
  • Office Name: REVE, REALTORS
  • Office Phone: (504) 300-0700
  • Office Email: david.favret@reverealtors.com
  • Listing Agent: David McElveen
  • Agent Phone: (504) 251-7533

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 07, 2018
Home Sold
$704,275
Jun 12, 2014
Home Sold
$760,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$63,380$-
2022$61,280$-
2021$63,380$-
2020$75,310$10,315
2019$72,000$11,237
2018$72,000$11,453
2017$72,000$10,952

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Marie Riviere Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

1564 Lake Ave

3

Audubon Charter School - Gentilly

Public Charter PK-4

3.2 mi

4720 Painters St

10

Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies

Public Magnet PK-5

3.3 mi

201 Metairie Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $123,684. Most New Orleans, LA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

18%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
39%
100k-200k
16%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

43%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 788 Amethyst St

The listing price of 788 Amethyst St property is $1,125,000.

The property 788 Amethyst St is a house located in New Orleans, Louisiana, 70124.

Active Listing: 788 Amethyst St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 788 Amethyst St are: Marie Riviere Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Audubon Charter School - Gentilly (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Arthur Ashe Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), J. C. Ellis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Kipp Believe (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), John F. Kennedy High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), McDonogh 35 Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), McDonogh #35 College Preparatory School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $10,315 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 7, 2018 for $704,275 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 788 Amethyst St has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 788 Amethyst St is 4,723 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 788 Amethyst St is 1968.

This home is located at 788 Amethyst St in New Orleans, LA and zip code 70124 in the Lakeshore / Lake Vista neighborhood. This 4,723 square foot home, which was built in 1968, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,125,000.

In May 2025, from all listings sold in New Orleans, LA there were more than 32 sold above asking price, over 221 sold below and more than 62 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in New Orleans, LA increased by 9.6% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 67 days, the median list price was $328,910.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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