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8720 PALM ST

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,675 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.
3,600 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,788 (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.$13,550 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$135,500

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.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyOrleans
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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(3)

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

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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 ScienceC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 3.1 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

8720 Palm 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Holly Grove
  • Older than 69% of homes in Orleans Parish County

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.

Living area1,675 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,839 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size3,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 8720 Palm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHolly GroveNew Orleans 70118Orleans Parish County
Living areabigger than1,675 ft²64% of homes41% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,600 ft²10% of homes24% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than193547% of homes65% of homes31% of homes

About 8720 Palm St

When did 8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA last sell?

8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA last sold on Feb 18, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA?

8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,675 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA built?

8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA?

8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA is assigned to Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and Science (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Orleans Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA compare to other homes in New Orleans 70118?

Among the 10,128 homes in New Orleans 70118, it is bigger than 41% of them (1,675 ft² against a typical 1,839 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (3,600 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1935 against a typical 1925). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8720 Palm St, New Orleans, LA was $1,788. The county assessed it at $13,550.

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