Eric Bouler

Sugar Plantation Condos #219, New Orleans Warehouse Distirct, Get a feel for the Area as Well!

Condo Listings, Warehouse District

Getting a feel of the area where you are going to live is very important aspect of your buying decision. The Sugar Plantation Condo #219 is a premium unit in that is has everything that most people are looking for in a New Orleans Warehouse District condo. Great location in the center of the area at 840 Tchoupitoulas next door to Emeril's on the corner of Julia Street. The units were new in 2005, these were not conversions from rentals so all the build outs are new in 2005. This means all the a/c, heating, pipes, electrical were new at that ime . The condos sold out within several days at that time.

The #219 Sugar Plantation condo has Tchoupitoulas Street views from the second floor. It has designated parking in the garage below. It has a large storage area downstairs. The condo itself is very fresh with few scratches or even a lived in look after several years. The positives are high ceilings, exposed beams, stained concrete floors in living areas, large windows, exposed brick, and the true Luxury Warehouse feel. This unit is priced at $299,219 is considered a premium unit in the Sugar Plantation Condos. It still has the new unit feel.

The condo is about 1000 sq. ft. with one bedroom with plenty of storage. There is another room that could be used as a guest room or an office. It does not have a closet so I would not call it a two bedroom. The floor plan is open. The bath and kitchen are almost new with that upgraded feel and look. Washer and dryer in the laundry room off the kitchen. The rooms are large as well. plenty of storage for a condo.

This is more than likely the cheapest condo in the building which puts you in a great neighborhood of condos up to the 600k range.

The condo association is professionally managed and has secure entrances for parking and from the Street. The condo was completed in 2005. The condo features garage parking for all. The courtyard and pool are available for the residents. There is a party room and exercise room to enjoy as well. The condo fees are right at $300 per month which covers water, upkeep, cleaning of common areas, management, elevators, parking areas, and security.

I have include some various photos of the New Orleans Warehouse District so you can get a feel for the area as well as well as the condo. The area is the location and in real estate the location is a key factor of your decision.

Blueberry Season is here! Have you ever gone to a You Pick ‘em Fresh!

Art , Music , Parks, Warehouse District

South Louisiana and Southern Mississippi are prime areas for Blueberries and now is the time to eat ‘em, pick ‘em and freeze ‘em. I had no idea how good they are until a client of mine invited me to his farm over ten years ago in Tickfaw, Louisiana. Not a week has gone by where I do not eat them on cereal. Crawfish and strawberry seasons are gone. But Blueberries are becoming more popular than ever.

They taste great and are good for you as well. You can pick a gallon or two in about 1.5 hours. It always helps to be tall. They are free to eat as you pick. Great chance to have a family affair of picking late in the day so as to avaoid the heat of early summer. The best time to go is after a rain so all the berries are hydrated and are fat and juicy.

Its easy to pick for all ages as there are thousands and thousands of berries within reach of all who come to pick. The best thing about freezing them is that they are so easy. They are like marbles, they do not stick together and are easily thawed out and do not seem to lose their flavor between seasons.

If you cannot make it to a u-pick ‘em then you can visit the Farmers Market each Saturday in the New Orleans Warehouse District. Its open every Saturday morning in the 700 Magazine Street. The blueberries are extremely fresh and can be bought in flats, half-flats, and containers. You can eat them, freeze them or bake them in a cobbler. Buying from the local farmers means they will produce more for the locals.

Creole Creamery, New Orleans Ice Cream at its Best! Take a Break!

Need a break from real estate shopping or just want a New Orleans Ice Cream experience then stop at the Creole Creamery located at 4924 Prytania Street, New Orleans. Its a good experience that you will remember. Its hard to visit only once, most people return again and again. Treat yourself after a long walk or tough day.NOLA Eats

When its 90 degrees and 100% humidity, the ice cream just tastes better.

There are an assortment of flavors from which to chose. You need to be brave and pick something that you have never tried. I like the waffle cones but then that is my taste. The open at noon daily. Once a bakery now an ice cream shop. New Orleans is great at recycling icons from the past.