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$1,718,418$399 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,625,000 on Jul 11, 2025

501 EMERALD ST

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70124
3
Beds
4
Baths
4,302 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,625,000 · Jul 11, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,903 (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.$97,760 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,430
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,330
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$977,600

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.0.17
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

Transaction History(5)

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
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/TechnologyA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 3.9 mi
M
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and ScienceB
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 6.7 mi

District: Orleans Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70124These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,658
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,006 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$113,051
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$140,081
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

501 Emerald 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in New Orleans 70124
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Lake Shore / Lake Vista
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Orleans Parish County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Orleans Parish County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Orleans Parish County

What homes are worth in New Orleans 70124

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

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$169K$1.4M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in New Orleans 70124.

How it measures up in New Orleans 70124

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Orleans 70124.

Estimated value$1,718,418
CheaperTypical $537,702Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$399
CheaperTypical $244Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area4,302 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 501 Emerald St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Shore / Lake VistaNew Orleans 70124Orleans Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,718,418almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39997% of homes97% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than4,302 ft²91% of homes96% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac30% of homes75% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than201396% of homes95% of homes97% of homes

About 501 Emerald St

How much is 501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA is $1,718,418 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,557,824 to $1,879,012. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA last sell?

501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA last sold on Jul 11, 2025 for $1,625,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA?

501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4,302 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA built?

501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA?

501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA is assigned to Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/Technology (elementary), rated A-; Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and Science (middle), rated B. All sit in Orleans Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA compare to other homes in New Orleans 70124?

Among the 8,718 homes in New Orleans 70124, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,718,418 against a typical $537,702), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($399 against a typical $244), it is bigger than 96% of them (4,302 ft² against a typical 2,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2013 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Orleans Parish County, it is worth more than almost all 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 501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 501 Emerald St, New Orleans, LA was $12,903. The county assessed it at $97,760.

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