4000 Kawanee Ave, Metairie, LA 70002

Diamond in the rough awaits! This one owner home is built like a fortress with durable “Florida Home” style cinderblock walls and extra pilings for added structural integrity situated on a rare generous 100 x 150 (approximate) lot in the heart of Metairie. This one-and-a-half-story home features 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, including 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths downstairs, plus a spacious primary suite and bonus bedroom upstairs providing great space to use as a nursery, office, or a glam boudoir. The whole house generator ensures year-round comfort. All new underground plumbing completed in February 2025, a major upgrade already in place. The lovely inviting kitchen features granite countertops, gas stove, an island, and ample beautiful cabinetry. Cozy den with a gas fireplace opens to an oversized sunroom, flooded with natural light and boasting a spacious built-in bar flanked with bricks, great for entertaining. Step outside to a large covered rear porch overlooking the private backyard, which features a storage shed and is anchored by a magnificent oak tree. The two-car garage has been used as a workout room and bonus flex space, complete with window unit & insulated garage door for added comfort—offering excellent potential for a gym, hobby area, or workshop. Whether you're an investor, renovator, or buyer looking for a home with great bones and potential, this is your chance to make this home your own. This gem offers an incredible footprint, both inside and out and is located by schools, shopping, hospitals, and more. Flood insurance is only $690 and is assumable! Inspections have revealed the need for some updates, but the price reflects the opportunity!