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$1,201,925$374 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

255 WALNUT ST

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,216 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,302 (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.$85,630 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,590
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$85,630
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$856,300

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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 · 1.1 mi

District: Orleans Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70118These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,982
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,403 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,602
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,231
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%

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How this home compares

255 Walnut 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 97% of homes in Orleans Parish County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Orleans Parish County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Orleans Parish County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in New Orleans 70118
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Audubon

What homes are worth in New Orleans 70118

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

This home
$75K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in New Orleans 70118.

How it measures up in New Orleans 70118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Orleans 70118.

Estimated value$1,201,925
CheaperTypical $392,236Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$374
CheaperTypical $255Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area3,216 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,845 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 255 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAudubonNew Orleans 70118Orleans Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,201,92562% of homes88% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37445% of homes79% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than3,216 ft²65% of homes84% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac77% of homes86% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than194085% of homes78% of homes41% of homes

About 255 Walnut St

How much is 255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA is $1,201,925 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,059,606 to $1,344,244. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA last sell?

255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA last sold on Feb 27, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA?

255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,216 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA built?

255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA?

255 Walnut 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 255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA compare to other homes in New Orleans 70118?

Among the 10,122 homes in New Orleans 70118, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,201,925 against a typical $392,236), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($374 against a typical $255), it is bigger than 84% of them (3,216 ft² against a typical 1,845 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1940 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Orleans Parish County, it is worth more than 97% 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 255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 Walnut St, New Orleans, LA was $11,302. The county assessed it at $85,630.

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