<br>Own a piece of New Orleans history! Originally the main building of the SOUTHERN ATHLETIC CLUB, built in 1888 in the Garden District, later became the home of the Behrman Gym in 1910. This unique structure designed with Moorish Revival features was converted in 1995 to a spectacular luxury home for comfortable living and extravagant entertaining. Noted New Orleans ARCHITECT BARRY FOX oversaw the initial renovation, as well as additional extensive improvements in 2013 by the current owners.<br><br>5900 SF living space includes formal living/dining rooms with elegant mantels and kitchen (with three sinks and two dishwashers) that opens to huge den with a custom-built mahogany bar.<br><br>Four bedrooms /four baths (including His and Hers) on second floor; and third floor has HOME THEATER WITH A 10 FT SCREEN, surround sound and motorized reclining chairs. Additional huge flex space - loft/bunkroom/5th bedroom - plus one and a half baths .<br><br>Even more SPECIAL FEATURES include built-in SOUND SYSTEM, , ELEVATOR to all 3 floors, GEOTHERMAL HEATED POOL with Baju Jet for endless swimming plus a BUILT-IN HOT TUB. Secure GATED PARKING includes two car GARAGE and Carport. <br><br>THE RINK is across the street for breakfast, lunch, and shopping; COMMANDER'S PLACE one block away; MARDI GRAS PARADES down St Charles Ave one block away! VERY SPECIAL PROPERTY WITH A PRIME ADDRESS, COLORFUL HISTORY, UNIQUE ESTHETICS, EXCEPTIONAL AMENITIES – all right in the very heart of New Orleans' treasured Garden District neighborhood.
Active under contract
$2,350,000
2801 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70115
5beds
5,900sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1888
6,885 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$398/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two car garageElegant mantelsCustom-built mahogany barGated parkingGeothermal heated poolBuilt-in sound systemBuilt-in hot tub
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 12:10pm
Listed by:
Elinor Sanders 504-615-0151,
McEnery Residential, LLC 504-605-4400,
Isabel Sanders 504-615-1401,
McEnery Residential, LLC
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2504634

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 23.50 X 16.50
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.50 X 11.10
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 27.20 X 11.10
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.60 X 12.10
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13.50 X 12.80
Den
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 29.20 X 25.40
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 28.90 X 14.30
Foyer
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.20 X 7.90
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.30 X 16.10
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7.60 X 7.00
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 29.10 X 13.80
Media room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 24.50 X 19.40
Office
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.70 X 7.70
Heating
- Geothermal, Heat Pump, Multiple Heating Units
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal, 3+ Units
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Attic, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Elevator, Wired for Sound
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,000
- Total interior livable area: 5,900 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport, Garage, Three or more Spaces, Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Pavers, Balcony
- Exterior features: Balcony, Fence, Sound System
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
Lot
- Size: 6,885 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 153
- Features: City Lot, Oversized Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2801PRYTANIAST
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Closed Circuit Camera(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA name: Garden District Asso
Location
- Region: New Orleans
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $398/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,477,900
- Annual tax amount: $19,802
- Date on market: 6/1/2025
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