1526 Henry Clay Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118

Property Description

Impressive Mid-Century Modern renovation of a 1902 home originally built as a model home for the Audubon Exposition. Masterfully reimagined by New Orleans architect Harry Baker Smith for his own family, the open floor plan seamlessly blends historic character with today’s living. Located in a highly sought-after Uptown neighborhood only one block from Audubon Park and one block from St. Charles Avenue. This meticulously maintained home features soaring ceilings, wood and brick floors, a floating staircase, floor-to-ceiling windows, copper awnings, and a wood-burning fireplace. Fabulous Renovated kitchen leads to huge den featuring a wall of windows overlooking landscaped grounds. Upstairs offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, plus an optional 5th bedroom on 3rd floor. New hardwood floors have been installed throughout the second and third floors. Huge Primary Suite features floor-to-ceiling windows and beautifully showcased bathroom with marble floors and a double showerhead shower. Spacious patio and spectacular landscaped grounds with plants to bloom for each season, deep lot ideal for entertaining with space for pool. Features outdoor lighting, sprinkler system, driveway with room for 3-4 cars. A new fortified roof was installed in 2024. This home is a rare and distinguished blend of classic architecture and contemporary refinement.