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$1,086,855$310 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $150 on Apr 22, 2024

1218 RACE ST

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70130
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,504 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
4,350 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1842
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$925K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150 · Apr 22, 2024
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,086,855
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$869,484

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,680 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$65,760 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$56,620
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$657,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyOrleans
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and ScienceB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Orleans Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70130These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,497
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,211 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,431
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,419
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.65 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1218 Race St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Lower Garden District
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Orleans Parish County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Orleans Parish County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Lower Garden District
  • Among the oldest homes in Orleans Parish County

What homes are worth in New Orleans 70130

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$135K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in New Orleans 70130.

How it measures up in New Orleans 70130

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Orleans 70130.

Estimated value$1,086,855
CheaperTypical $407,574Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$310
CheaperTypical $346Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area3,504 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,411 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size4,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,002 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1842
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 1218 Race St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLower Garden DistrictNew Orleans 70130Orleans Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,086,85596% of homes87% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31037% of homes32% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than3,504 ft²92% of homes90% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,350 ft²89% of homes86% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than18422% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes

About 1218 Race St

How much is 1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA is $1,086,855 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $924,662 to $1,249,048. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA last sell?

1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA last sold on Apr 22, 2024 for $150, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA?

1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,504 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA built?

1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA was built in 1842, making it 184 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA?

1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA is assigned to Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and Science (elementary), rated B. All sit in Orleans Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA compare to other homes in New Orleans 70130?

Among the 5,733 homes in New Orleans 70130, it is worth more than 87% of them ($1,086,855 against a typical $407,574), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($310 against a typical $346), it is bigger than 90% of them (3,504 ft² against a typical 1,411 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (4,350 ft² against a typical 1,002 ft²) and it is newer than 2% of them (1842 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Orleans Parish County, it is worth more than 96% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1218 Race St, New Orleans, LA was $8,680. The county assessed it at $65,760.

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