Battle of the Bayou

What's New In Real Estate & Life In New Orleans

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the main event!

In the blue corner, weighing in with a Canal revitalization plan, a hostile takeover of the Sewerage & Water Board, and a city just crowned #1 in the world for both food and nightlife: the Mayor of New Orleans, Helena Moreno.

In the red corner, riding a streak that includes a $5.8 billion Hyundai steel mill in Ascension Parish, a $50 billion Meta data center in Richland Parish, and SpaceX rocket launch pads rising out of Pecan Island: the Governor of Louisiana, Jeff Landry.

The man is landing steel mills, server farms, and spaceships. The one deal he can't seem to close is a ceasefire 80 miles down I-10.

It was only a matter of time until the honeymoon between these two wore off. Landry wants to run the city from the state Capitol; Moreno wants to run the city from the City Hall. She thinks New Orleans is soo special. He's in denial that it's the only irreplaceable city in the United States (according to the World Monuments Fund). When the world buys a ticket to Louisiana, the plane lands at MSY, the hotels fill up, and the state cashes the tax checks. Hey Jeff, if you're reading this: a rising tide lifts all pirogues. Irreplaceable things come at a premium. It's no wonder New Orleans has the most valuable land in the state, and that's not hyperbole, that's just supply and demand.

Now let's get ready to rumble on some of these choice listings (that you don't need an NDA to review):


Featured Properties

They stopped building like this a century ago: 32,500 SF of historic brick and heavy timber with soaring ceilings, a magnificent bowstring truss warehouse, and like-new office space thanks to a full historic renovation by AT&T. The compound covers nearly 1.5 acres with an 80+ space parking lot, plus a bonus 10,000 SF vacant lot across the street, all just off Tulane and Norman C. Francis, five minutes from downtown with easy access to I-10. Zoned MU-2 in an Opportunity Zone, it's a dream headquarters for a contractor, production company, brewery, medical supplier, or anyone who needs real office and real warehouse under one roof. Available for sale at $3.6M or lease at $10/SF NNN. Buildings like this trade once a generation, a must see if you're in the market.


Welcome to The Bazaar — a kaleidoscope of creativity tucked in the heart of New Orleans’ Lower Garden District at 1501 Prytania Street. This is more than just a building — it’s a purpose-built space designed to support artists, entrepreneurs, and small businesses. Spread across nearly 8,000 square feet, The Bazaar houses 13 uniquely styled suites leased by an electric mix of artists, offices, makers, and residents. Right now, there’s around 3,000 square feet ready to be claimed — including the iconic corner suite with prime foot traffic, generous outdoor space, and stellar visibility where Melpomene meets Prytania. Suites range from 600 to 1,200 square feet and can be combined to fit your wildest vision. Whether you’re slinging espresso, sculpting masterpieces, or plotting the next big idea, this is your launchpad. The Bazaar isn’t just a space — it’s a statement:


Your vibe belongs here.


Neighborhood office / retail opportunity centrally located in uptown New Orleans. At 1,031 SF, this ground floor commercial space is ideally laid out for office, fitness, or restaurant use, and was previously tenanted by a boutique yoga studio. Join the Dryades revival along with French Truck, Charlie’s Steakhouse, Pascal’s Manale, Norman’s Dry Cleaner, and Le’s Baguette Bahn Mi Cafe. Dryades is the combination of good value, great demographics, and a central uptown location. There is outdoor space in the front yard that can be utilized by the commercial tenant.


8180 Earhart Blvd offers ±5,000 SF of retail or office space in a high-visibility spot on the Earhart Blvd exchange, just a block from Carrollton Ave. Formerly Lighting, Inc., the space features an open showroom with high ceilings and storefront glass, plus private offices and ±50 shared parking spaces. Ownership will consider demising into three ±1,600 SF units.



What We're Eating & Drinking

WE'RE EATING

Ayu's Chive Cheddar Biscuit

WE'RE DRINKING

Sarti Spritz

There's simply no one doing it like Ayu Bakehouse. Can't make it to the Bywater? Make their decadent parm chive biscuit at home!

Get the recipe here.

Never heard of Sarti? We're happy to introduce you.

This Italian sipper is a perfect porch drink, and what better place than the Gilded Perch (thank you for the recipe, friends!)?


Office Update

The office has been travelin' fools this summer. Take a look at the travel ticker to see how far the b+b team has gone!

PS - Aaron apologizes in advance for flexin' on y'all like this.




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