720 Derbigny St, Gretna, LA 70053
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SOLD
JAN 12, 2026

720 Derbigny St
Gretna, LA 70053

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,087 sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,087 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1936
Living Area
1,087 sqft
Price/Sqft
$224/sqft
Parking
3 Parking Spaces

About this House

Discover the character and potential of this 3-bedroom, 1-bath century-old home located in the heart of historic Old Gretna. Filled with original charm and classic architectural details, this property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Gretna’s history while enjoying the flexibility of C-1 zoning.

Sitting on a spacious double lot, the property provides ample room for expansion, off-street parking, outdoor entertaining, gardening, or future development. Whether you’re looking for a unique home, an investment opportunity, or the perfect spot for a business, this location offers endless potential. New plumbing and new electrical wiring in 2017.
720 Derbigny St, Gretna, LA 70053 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,087 sqft single-family home built in 1936. It last sold for $244,000 on Jan 12, 2026 (2% below the $249,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $224,100, with a rent estimate of $1,587/month.

Home Details for 720 Derbigny St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1087 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Floor FurnaceHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Floor Furnace
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, PorchOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: PorchFoundation: Raised
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Three or more Spaces
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1936
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cottage
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Condition: Very Good ConditionParcel Number: 0100005348

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $249,900Price Per Sqft: $224/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Dec 06 2025

Location

Direction & Address
City: GretnaCommunity: New Mechanickham

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1311 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9639.828 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 2529258Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-22051-N-0100005348-R-N
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Lauren Kattan, (504) 715-1898
Good Roots Realty, LLC
Bought with: Brittney Bruskotter, (504) 232-1093, Royal Krewe Realty
Source: GSREIN, MLS#2529258

Price History for 720 Derbigny St

DatePriceEventSource
01/12/2026--Sold
GSREIN #2529258
12/08/2025$249,900PendingGSREIN #2529258
12/04/2025$249,900PendingToActiveGSREIN #2529258
12/01/2025$249,900ContingentGSREIN #2529258
11/17/2025$249,900Listed For SaleGSREIN #2529258
11/30/2016--Sold
GSREIN #2069366
08/19/2016$149,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/16/2015$123,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/12/2015$123,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Gretna

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$208K
$7.72KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.6%
Price per sq ft
$134
$3MoM
Available listings
184
6MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$456
Assessment$132,200
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Date
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1033 6th St, Gretna, LA
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06/11/26
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1,313
1024 11th St, Gretna, LA
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08/22/25
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755
938 11th St, Gretna, LA
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12/01/25
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1,635
410 Newton St, Gretna, LA
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06/18/26
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2
1,190
503 Lavoisier St, Gretna, LA
0.31
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09/22/25
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2
1,686
545 Maple Ave, Harvey, LA
0.64
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06/26/26
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2
1,900
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0.85
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1,223
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1,682
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What Locals Say about Gretna

At least 311 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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  • Jerry Davis
    "We live in close proximity to public transit and main thoroughfare. Close access to crossing the CCC into New Orleans. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Every neighborhood feel very unsafe due to not enough law enforcement and education system is below average. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I live in the neighborhood for four years and there are many street lights are out and walkway is not well-maintained. Street grass are tall not well-maintained with trees around park. "
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  • Rayvelisb
    "Schools are close and cars drive slow. Hospitals are close and there is easy access to the highway. "
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  • Liz G.
    "I’ve lived here for a little over 2 years and love it. I’m able to walk on the levee for fitness and this is a very safe area."
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  • John S. .
    "Big Halloween Night, abundant major fireworks for all holidays! Walking park nearby. Most neighbors know at least three or more families near their residence."
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  • Iresha J. W.
    "They would not like it even with they pets A lot of crime to many people sitting outside playing loud music police getting called "
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  • Trung1life
    "Need more security and Hidden cameras. Need better street light. Need parish to clean streets. Need parish cut grass and security at local community parks or playground. "
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  • Trungfiresafety
    "Traffic light do not work well and street light are to dim and some street light pole need fixing. To much pot holes in street and side walk need fixing."
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  • Brownsugatay
    "Owners walk and run their dogs in the neighborhood all the time. Most use leashes and are aware of other pet owners. "
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  • Brendan F.
    "Up and coming!!! This is where you want to grab a place. Neighborhood is turning over really well. Great place to raise a family "
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  • Althea B.
    "People walk their dogs all the time.... there's ample sidewalks for it. People just need to respect other people's property and pick up after their pets."
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  • Sierra W.
    "Clean area family neighborhood especially the wall Blvd area suburban type area lots of families 24 hour Walmart "
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  • Veidajohanis
    "It’s close to the city, everything is close, it’s safe for everyone, and it’s a great place for kids"
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  • Donia1706
    "Very quite and nice ppl my kids love it and I everyone is friendly no fight or hate we’re all in their together "
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  • Donia1706
    "They need to clean after their dogs most ppl don’t clean it I always see their poop on the grass that’s not nice to do that "
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  • John S.
    "I walked my dog ever night for over 12 yrs. without incident. Not all dog walkers pick up but most do."
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  • Hasan H.
    "people are friendly its calm here it is nice it is good no traffic I love it here there are groceries here and there "
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  • Gpintoleyva
    "I have lived here for 18 years and love it. It’s a quiet, friendly place. Everything you need is close, grocers, hospital,drugstores, good food and other amenities. Law enforcement is outstanding in this area, and Fire stations are close by. Excellent schools also."
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  • Janell Renee
    "Very quiet and a safe neighborhood to live with kids in. I loved my visit on this side and hopefully I’ll be moving on this side pretty soon!!"
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  • John S.
    "Lots and lots of CATS!! Really! I had a dog in this neighborhood for over 12 years, walked him every night. He liked the neighborhood and ignored the cats unless they were on “his property”!"
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  • Berlinda C.
    "Very friendly clean neighborhood of mixed ethnicities.Halloween is very festive. Not too many events but environment is conducive to family gatherings ."
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  • MsV
    "I’m new to the area and learning my neighbors. I have nothing more to give at this time. They do speak when they see me as I speak to them. So far it’s a very quiet area and will kept."
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  • Stacy L. H.
    "We have a close knit community as all the neighbors feel safe with Gretna's finest police officers. The fellas are hard working to keep our neighborhood safe. I'm so thankful for our community and the people that live here..."
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  • Darrel K.
    "Safe, friendly, clean neighborhoods. Well lit, well maintained streets and sidewalks. Property values remain stable, crime is not a problem. "
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  • Scmargar
    "It’s on a quiet dead end street, neighbors watch out for each other. Especially during storms and emergencies. Everyone keeps there lawns cut. There are no HOA dues."
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  • Trulia User
    "I've found great churches, friendly neighbors, good, affordable restaurants in the area. I feel safe, there are festivals, parks and playgrounds around too."
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  • miguel romero
    "it's a good, it's a good neighborhood people are very friendly, everybody gets along, it's like nothing bad ever happens here, the more the merrier."
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  • Kelsey.lilliman
    "very close to main expressway. I get to work in a matter of 15 minutes. and I work across the westbank"
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  • Stacy H.
    "Old Gretna is pet friendly. However the leash laws are straight forward and any attack from furry loved ones can lead to a no leash ticket and court fees. Be safe and keep dogs on leashes in Old Gretna."
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  • Gomanda
    "I feel safe in the terrytown area that I live in. I often feel like I don’t need to lock my door when I leave the house. There are only families that live near me. "
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  • Trenicia D.
    "There are many of Sexual Offenders in this community. Please keep a watchful eye on your children. Keep them in close proximity to you. "
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  • Lakitafranklin
    "Everyone participates in halloween..it's mostly older people in my neighborhood which is a good thing. "
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  • Stacyhicksemail
    "Very cute community. Everyone keeps a lookout for one another when the other goes out of town. We have the Jefferson Parish Town Hall and many know many as it’s a definite community that you will enjoy. Home of the Gretna Heritage Festival amongst many antique market sales as all locals "
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