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 Homes for Sale in Gentilly, New Orleans



Gentilly is one of New Orleans’ most peaceful and residential neighborhoods, known for its spacious yards, traditional homes, and strong community feel. Located in the northeastern part of the city, Gentilly offers a suburban-style environment while still being close to the French Quarter, City Park, and lakefront areas. The neighborhood is popular with families, first-time homebuyers, and long-term residents who value quiet streets, affordability, and accessibility.

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Browse all Gentilly homes for sale with real-time MLS updates, including single-family homes, renovated cottages, new construction, and investment properties.

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 About the Gentilly Real Estate Market



Gentilly features a wide variety of home styles and price ranges. Popular home types include:

Ranch-style homes
Raised cottages
New construction
Traditional brick homes
Shotgun-style homes
Duplexes and investment properties

Common features in Gentilly homes:


Large front and backyards
Driveways and off-street parking
Brick exteriors
Open living spaces
Updated kitchens and renovations
Quiet, tree-lined residential blocks

Gentilly attracts:


Families
First-time homebuyers
Investors seeking rental demand
Long-term residents who want space and affordability

Home values in Gentilly remain strong due to ongoing development, proximity to the lakefront, and stability compared to more densely populated areas.

Popular Areas Within Gentilly



Gentilly Terrace

One of the most desirable sections with well-kept homes, parks, and a neighborhood charm.

Gentilly Woods

Features a mix of mid-century homes and new renovations.

Pontchartrain Park

Known for golf-course surroundings, new construction, and a strong community presence.

Filmore

Quiet, residential streets with traditional brick homes and affordable pricing.

Milneburg / Near Lakefront

Easy access to the lake, UNO, and waterfront recreation.

  Living in Gentilly



Gentilly offers a relaxed and community-centered lifestyle. Residents enjoy:

Large lots and suburban-style living
Quick access to the University of New Orleans (UNO)
Nearness to Lake Pontchartrain and lakefront parks
Quiet streets with low traffic
Local grocery stores, cafés, and shops
Proximity to City Park
Family-friendly events and community organizations
A peaceful environment minutes from downtown

Gentilly provides a perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and affordability.

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Buy or Sell in Gentilly with a Local Expert



With over 15 years of experience and more than 100 homes sold across New Orleans, Darius Washington offers personalized guidance for buyers and sellers in Gentilly.

Why buyers and sellers work with Darius:

Knowledge of Gentilly’s sub-neighborhoods and home styles
Experience with new construction + renovated homes
Expertise in pricing and negotiation
Access to MLS listings and off-market opportunities
Clear, professional communication
Strong track record of helping families achieve homeownership

 Call/Text: 504-782-6179
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What my clients are saying  

Sold Our Single family home.Hard working and competent. Definitely recommend Darius! He was deligent and always found time to visit the home or send paperwork in a timely manner. He was alway available to talk when need be

 

~ N.Shehata

Working with Darius was great. He is very knowledgeable about first time home buyer programs, ranging from aid offered by the city to different mortgage products. Darius is very personable, which was very important to me as a first time home buyer with no prior knowledge of the home buying process. Darius always answered all my questions promptly and was always available when I needed him. He was is very professional and tries to make this process as easy as possible for his clients. With his help, I was able to purchase a very nice home in a short amount of time . I am glad I used Darius as my agent and I would recommend him to anyone looking to purchase a home.

 

~ A. Hines

I would definitely recommend Darius he was very knowledgeable with the houses I was interested in looking at wasn't all about making a sale ex. A house I was looking at had roof issues he told me about it an, how long it would be before I needed to replace and the options I had. Darius has compassion and acre in the work he does. Thanks Darius for helping a single mother find the house of her dreams.

 

~ Y.Long

Darius was very attentive and responded quickly to all of my correspondence. He made himself available to me and set up showings for me to work around my schedule. He made the whole home buying process go very smooth.

 

~ K.Jasper

It was a blast working with Darius.He aways stress out take ur time save as much u can.He went step by step with me it was not no rush with him.It was a great time working with him one day in the future he might sell my house

 

~ JSmith

Buying a bigger home had been dream of ours for quite some time. We were able to make that happen with the 2000k renovation loan. Darius was patient and there every step of the way. He was very knowledgeable and kept us informed throughout the process.

 

~ L.Dixon

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