999 5Th Street

A rare opportunity awaits with this prime vacant lot of record situated at the quiet, end-of-the-road location on 5th Street in historic Mechanickham! Located in preferred Flood Zone X, this versatile property features a major head start with a full-length concrete driveway extending all the way to the rear of the lot—saving you substantial preparation costs while providing immediate off-street parking or easy construction access. Positioned just 2 blocks from the Mississippi River Levee and 3 blocks from Huey P. Long Avenue, you'll enjoy walkable access to the Gretna Heritage Festival, Farmers Market, Cultural Center, local parks, neighborhood dining, and the Gretna Ferry for a quick commute into the New Orleans CBD. Capitalize on Gretna’s exciting city revitalization initiatives by building a custom single-family home, constructing a private garage or workshop, or creating a lush outdoor oasis—available individually or paired with the adjacent historic 1897 home (OPEN HOUSE Sun, 8-30 from 11-1 AND Tue, 9-1 from 11-1) to double your footprint in the heart of Old Gretna.