Photos from Lisa Heindel, New Orleans West Bank Real Estate
Water tower located on Naval Support Activity (NSA New Orleans) in Algiers LALocated in: Algiers (New Orleans, LA)
We spent Sunday in Belle Chasse at the 2009 N’Awlins Air Show and it was AMAZING!
I haven’t been to an air show since I was in high school and wasn’t quite sure what to expect. We started out early in the morning, stopping for breakfast before heading over to NAS JRB New Orleans. Even before 9 am, people were streaming through the gates and spreading out over the huge area next to the runway that the show took place on.
The Virtual Army Experience was on hand, so we all signed up for our “mission” and took our places in a Humvee. Virtual reality took over and we were transported right into another place and time – charged with taking out the enemies along the way. If being in combat is even a half a hair as loud and confusing as this was, we should all shake the hand of the next soldier we meet. (Actually, you should probably do that anyway)
After the VAE, we took a walk around the grounds, exploring all of the displays and meeting the proud men and women who were showing off their planes, jets, helicopters and more. There were so many different planes and jets display that I don’t know the names of, but here are some photos I took along the way.
The weather was slightly overcast and very windy, so the planned paratrooper jump was taken off of the schedule, but all of the remaining acts were top notch. There were acrobatic displays where the pilots made planes do things I didn’t think were possible. Just watching some of the stunts made my stomach drop, so I’m not sure how they managed to do it all without losing their lunch…
Then came the Raptor with an incredible display of speed and stealth. This jet moved so fast that it was past us before we ever heard the booming sound of the engines…
The main attraction for many at the show, however, was the appearance of the Navy Blue Angels. The jets were lined up along the runway all day…just waiting for the appearance of the 6 pilots who were the closing act of the air show.
Finally, the time had come…
Precision was evident from the moment they stepped onto the runway, lined up and walked in unison, each pilot breaking off to climb into his jet. Wheel blocks were removed from each plane at the same time, and the crew that was assisting them continued the precise execution of every move.
My hat is off to these talented pilots and I want to thank everyone who worked so hard to put on this year’s show. Since there is no show scheduled for 2010, I consider myself lucky to have been able to spend such a glorious day on the West Bank taking part in it.
If you don’t see the video above, click here
For more photos from the 2009 N’Awlins Air Show, you can visit my flickr photo page.
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20 homes for sale (active listings)
5 pending sales, priced from $129,900 to $269,900
Based on the number of homes sold in March (1), there is a 20 month supply of homes for sale in Algiers Point, one of the highest inventories on the West Bank of New Orleans.
As of the 1st quarter of 2009, there have been only 3 sales of single family homes in Algiers Point, compared to 4 at the same time last year. With so few sales, I’ll just go ahead and give a complete list of them:
For all of the owners of multi-family properties in Algiers Point who are interested in how their market is performing, please note that there has been only 1 sale so far this year (a 3 plex that sold for $330,000)
Year to date, the average sale price is just a smidge higher than the 2008 average, but with so few sales that number could swing drastically in the upcoming months.
I really, really wish I had a crystal ball to understand why houses in this beautiful, historic neighborhood are not selling, but I don’t.
The important thing for home sellers in the area to remember is that the competition for those few buyers is fierce and you have to be the best value in the best condition in order to even have a shot at a sale in today’s market.
Getting Your Home Sold in This Market - 10 Steps to Success According to Professional Home Stagers
All data is provided by GSREIN and is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.
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163 homes for sale (active listings)
51 pending sales, priced from $33,250 to $299,000
Based on the number of homes sold in March (21) there is a 7.76 month supply of homes for sale in Algiers
The number of homes sold in Algiers 70131 more than doubled from February to March 2009, bringing the year to date sales to 38 (compared to 46 at the same time last year).
Who is buying in Algiers?
That large percentage of FHA buyers should be a flag to sellers that assistance with closing costs is a typical part of getting these deals done. In March 2009, 38% of the closed sales had the sellers providing an average of $4,361 in assistance to the buyers. Before you get all upset at the buyer asking for assistance, read Keep Your Eye on the Bottom Line.
While the number of homes selling is rising, the average sale prices in Algiers 70131 are decreasing, ending March at $145,476 and bringing the year to date average to $150,516 (down almost 8% from the 2008 average).
What’s selling in Algiers?
Note: these sale prices are not adjusted for any assistance the sellers may have provided to the buyers. When pricing your home or determining if an offer you’ve received is fair, it’s important to take into account any adjustments to the sale price. Be sure that your West Bank real estate agent knows the ins and outs of the sales in your neighborhood and can give you the details you need to make an informed decision.
All data provided by GSREIN and is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.
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79 homes are currently for sale (active listings)
18 sales are pending, priced from $19,900 to $269,900
Based on the March sales (7), there is a 11 month supply of homes for sale in zip code 70114
March saw another increase in the number of homes sold in the 70114 zip code of Algiers LA, bringing the year to date number of sales to 14 (compared to 20 at this same time last year).
Here is a breakdown of sales in the area for March 2009:
Obviously, the condition of a home has a huge impact on the selling price. With all of the competition for qualified buyers, it is important that your home is in the best shape possible before putting it on the market. For tips on preparing your home for sale, read Getting Your Home Sold in This Market - 10 Steps to Success According to Professional Home Stagers
The average sale price for zip code 70114 dropped off from $122k in February to $104,500 in March, bringing the year to date average to $107,678. The area is unique however, because the higher end homes in Algiers Point are included in the mix. You can review separate reports for Algiers Point home sales.
Seller assistance 3 of the homes sold in March had the sellers providing closing cost assistance to the buyers. The average amount of assistance provided was $4,847.
When pricing your Algiers home to sell, it’s important to take into account the adjustments that may need to be made to the selling prices of comparable properties. Be sure that your West Bank real estate professional knows all of the details on sales in the neighborhood.
All data is provided by GSREIN and is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.
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74 pending sales, priced from $31,000 to $399,900
Based on the number of homes sold in March (34), there is a 5.85 month supply of homes for sale (one of the most balanced markets on the West Bank of New Orleans at this time)
Marrero ended the month with 34 closed sales, bringing the year to date total to 91. The 2009 sales are down from 102 sold at the same time last year. Given that there are 74 pending sales at this time, I would expect to see a fairly significant increase in sales for April, depending on how inspections and financing work out for the buyers.
Here is a breakdown of the 34 sales in March:
Obviously, the condition of a property has a strong impact on the price that buyers are willing to pay. Do you need help getting your home ready to sell? Read Getting Your Home Sold in This Market - 10 Steps to Success According to Professional Home Stagers
The average year to date home sale price in Marrero is $138,307. The median year to date price (half of the sales were higher and half were lower) is $125,000. Average Marrero home sale prices are down about 11% from 2008.
Year to date, there have been 21 sales with conventional financing, 17 cash sales, 43 FHA sales, 4 VA sales and 7 other types of financing. With such a large percentage of FHA sales (47%), many buyers are asking for and receiving assistance from the seller when purchasing a home.
In March, 12 of the 34 sales (35%) had sellers providing an average of $4,518 in closing cost assistance to the purchasers. This is an important number to know when pricing your home! Be sure that your agent can provide you with adjusted sales numbers to get a true picture of what homes are selling for in your neighborhood.
All data provided by GSREIN and is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.
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I live and work on the West (Best) Bank of New Orleans, listing and selling homes in Algiers, historic Algiers Point, Gretna and Terrytown, Belle Chasse, Harvey, Marrero and more. I have been a full time real estate agent since 2002, when I left the corporate world of banking after 19 years to follow my dream of being involved in the real estate industry. An Algiers resident, I take pride in all that the West Bank has to offer and welcome everyone relocating to our area. Whether you are moving from across the river or across the country, I am available to assist you in choosing the right West Bank neighborhood for you.
Military relocations to the Naval Air Station, Joint Reserve Base on the New Orleans West Bank are made easy with my in-house lender who offers many choices in VA financing, including direct VA lending. If you are being transferred to NAS JRB New Orleans, contact me for a list of available housing in the area and we can get to work making your relocation as smooth as possible.
Why choose Lisa Heindel as YOUR agent?
I LOVE HOUSES! Small or large, beautiful or ugly, I think every house has potential. OK...almost every house has potential. Being able to see the potential in each home makes it easier for me to focus on the positives when marketing them or helping a buyer to "see" what a home could be. Taking the most flattering photos possible, creating virtual tours, designing flyers for virtual distribution...these are all part of my services to every client, in every price range. Working with Sellers
In today's rapidly changing market, there is nothing more important to a seller than the ability to get your home in front of as many buyers as possible. I have been studying home staging and I am working to incorporate some of those principles into my listing plan. Helping my West Bank sellers put their correctly priced homes into prime condition and moving them towards a quicker sale is my primary focus. Today's buyers have more choices than ever in home ownership. This can be overwhelming to most people when faced with literally dozens of choices in the market. Assisting buyers has become a much more specialized effort, so I have teamed up with a dedicated buyer's agent as part of the West Bank Living Team. We can help you narrow down your wants and needs to find the perfect new neighborhood and home for your family. Need help finding a mortgage lender, a home inspector or a title company? Our proven team of partners can assist with every step along the way. Professional guidance through the buying process can eliminate most of the stress involved - let's make finding a new home the fun adventure it can and should be!
I specialize in homes for sale on the West Bank of New Orleans and West Jefferson Parish. Growing up in the area gives me a real appreciation for all of the great amenities the West Bank has to offer and how unique each area is. From Algiers to Avondale, the West Bank is a collection of diverse neighborhoods with homes ranging from historic to newly constructed, from affordably priced starter homes to multi-million dollar properties.
I work with both buyers and sellers, but my passion is being a listing agent. Putting together a marketing plan for a new listing is always very exciting and I want that excitement to shine through in all that I do. I believe that part of my success comes the open lines of communication that my clients have learned to expect from me. Weekly emails, updates after showings, "just touching base" calls, 24/7 web access and keeping my sellers up to date on the current market are all part of my standard services. I strive to always exceed the expectations of all of my clients.
When I list your West Bank home for sale, I guarantee you the following services: Please visit West Bank Living where you can:
NOMAR (New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtor) Silver Sales Award 2006, 2008
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Client Testimonials:
Dear Terry and Lisa-
Bruce and I would like to thank you both for all of your hard work and perseverance in helping us buy our 1st home. We couldn't have done it without you! You both made this process less frightening and less stressful!!! We feel privileged to be the first closing you had as a team. You truly worked as a team in every sense and we appreciate it. Thanks again for being with us every step of the way. Catherine & Bruce
Dear Lisa,
We want to thank you for all you've done for us in the past few weeks - this one especially. We're hoping a real "thank you" comes with a closing! You have been invaluable to us - we're so glad we found your website!! Thanks again,
The Beatties
Hi Lisa:
Just to let you know, I was very impressed with all of your knowledge and handling of the sale of my house.
I was very satisfied with the efforts, hard work and service you provided in the sale of my ranch home on Rhodes Ave. If I may go one step further, Latter & Blum is so lucky to have such a fine professional working for them and that you are an asset to the company.
We will definitely recommend you to everyone we know in New Orleans. P.S. Come visit Colorado!
Sincerely, John R. Boutte
Lisa,
You have been a blessing throughout this whole process. Thank you again for all your help with my family and assisting my mother. We love this site of our new home, how awesome it that. If I know of any more military families coming to New Orleans I will definitely send them your way.
We are looking forward to moving into our new house and making it our home.
Thanks again,
Angela and Douglas
Lisa, Thank you so much for helping us find our new home in New Orleans! You've been wonderful to work with and have gone way above and beyond. We won't forget you and we'll be passing on your name and number to anyone looking in the area! Many thanks! The Jones Family __________________________________________________ Lisa, Thank you for all your hard work on the closing of our house. It was a pleasure working with you. We love our new home! Thanks, Charles & Jennifer
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