
Historic Church Buildings near Museum & Whse District
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Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire the historic St. Theresa of Avila Church and Rectory, located at 1145 Coliseum Street in the heart of New Orleans’ sought-after Lower Garden District near Coliseum Square and the World War II Museum. This architecturally significant property encompasses a grand 19th-century Gothic Revival church and the uniquely-designed adjacent rectory, both offering exceptional character and redevelopment potential.
The church (built in 1848) features soaring vaulted ceilings, a bell tower, organ & choir loft and ornate detailing, while the rectory (built in 1915) offers unique, classic architecture and three full floors.
Positioned on a prominent corner lot on Coliseum Walk just steps from St Charles Avenue & Magazine Street, the site benefits from strong foot traffic and proximity to a vibrant mix of retail, dining, and cultural destinations. Zoned Historic Urban, Mixed Use for flexible use options, this landmark asset presents an outstanding opportunity for adaptive reuse as residential, hospitality, cultural, or institutional space. Ideal for investors, developers, or mission-driven organizations seeking a distinctive and storied property in one of New Orleans’ most iconic neighborhoods. See property brochure & link to zoning info and permitted uses below.
Situated on the edge of Coliseum Square Park within the Lower Garden District Historic District, fronting Coliseum, Camp & Prytania streets, one block from St. Charles Avenue, two blocks from the World War II Museum & Warehouse District, the church has a municipal address of 1401 Erato Street & the rectory has a municipal address of 1404 Erato Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130.
Investment highlights
- Church building (1401 Erato St)
- Built ~1848
- 7,000+/- sq ft, plus lofts & bell tower
- 10,600+/- sq ft land
- Parking lot
- 40’ ceilings
- Numerous Stained Glass Windows
- Brick & Masonry building
- Metal Roof, new as of 2022
- Marble floors
- Four HVAC units
- Rectory building (1404 Erato St)
- Built ~1915
- 5,800+/- sq ft
- Three (3) floors
- 2,800+/- sq ft land
- Walled courtyard
- Wood frame & brick building
- Raised foundation
- Partial basement
- Roof new as of 2022
- Several porches & outdoor areas
- Multiple mini-split HVAC units
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