Louisiana’s unique charm and cultural richness extend to its diverse real estate offerings, where $1 million can secure a home that blends luxury with local character. From a historic lakefront home on Cane River designed by renowned architect A. Hays Town to a contemporary waterfront retreat with boathouses and stunning outdoor spaces, these properties offer more than just square footage. Think gourmet kitchens with high-end appliances, expansive porches overlooking scenic views, and spaces tailored for entertaining, like game rooms, outdoor kitchens, and private pools. Whether you’re drawn to Old Metairie’s elegant landscaping and copper accents or the serenity of a rural property with a pond and energy-efficient construction, Louisiana’s housing market provides a rich array of options. Let’s explore the variety of beautiful homes the Pelican State offers in the $1 million price range.
Listing Agent: Andrea Tyler @ At Home Realty Group Via Coldwell Banker Realty
10. New Orleans, LA – $999,999
This property in New Orleans is priced at $999,999. This 4,116 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 2013, includes seven bedrooms and six bathrooms, with a unique blend of contemporary and classic design. The property features a private gated entrance, an outdoor kitchen, and over 2,300 sq. ft. of flexible space previously used as a workshop or gym, complete with a full bathroom. The main level includes a formal living room, a junior suite, a gourmet kitchen with island seating, a formal dining room, a spacious living area with a fireplace, and a sitting area overlooking the backyard. An oversized office with private access, a half bath, and custom finishes is also located on the main level. The upper floors include three bedrooms, a full bathroom, and an expansive primary en-suite, along with access to the third-floor space via a spiral staircase.
Listing Agent: Andrea Tyler @ At Home Realty Group Via Coldwell Banker Realty
9. Baton Rouge, LA – $960,000
Here’s what you get in Baton Rouge for $960,000. This 3,994 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 1990, includes five bedrooms and three bathrooms, situated on a corner lot in Woodgate. The home features a living room with a vaulted ceiling, a gas log fireplace, and a custom chandelier, alongside a kitchen equipped with a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf dual-fuel stove, quartzite counters, custom cabinetry, and Sub-Zero wine refrigerators. The primary suite offers 10’ ceilings, a walk-in closet, a bathroom with marble floors, dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Additional spaces include a formal dining room, a den with built-ins, and a fifth bedroom with a private full bath that can serve as a bonus or media room. Outdoor amenities include a professionally landscaped backyard, a pool, a covered porch with a gas hookup, a brick patio, and green space, with updates such as a new roof, tankless water heaters, insulated windows, and a security system.
Listing Agent: Ryn Jones @ RE/MAX Professional Via Coldwell Banker Realty
8. Bossier City, LA – $999,000
All this in Bossier City for $999,000. This 4,644 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 2009, includes three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property features a gourmet chef’s kitchen with high-end appliances and ample counter space. Outdoor amenities include a private putting green, a courtyard with an outdoor kitchen, and a firepit. Additional spaces include a pool room, which can be used as an art studio. The home is situated on a well-manicured lot designed with attention to quality and functionality.
Listing Agents: Opha Phillips & Dianne Gibson @ East Bank Real Estate Via Coldwell Banker Realty
7. Shreveport, LA – $999,900
Here’s an example of a $999,900 in Shreveport. This 5,050 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 2016, includes four bedrooms and five bathrooms, located in a gated community along the Red River. The property features a recently renovated primary en suite with a spacious, spa-like bathroom and a chef’s kitchen with quartz countertops, high-end appliances, and premium finishes. Entertainment spaces include a movie theater with surround sound, recliners, and a wet bar, as well as a game room. An office provides additional functional space, and the upstairs balcony offers outdoor seating with scenic views. The home is designed with a combination of luxury and practicality in a secure and tranquil setting.
Listing Agent: Marie Jones @ Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ally Real Estate Via Coldwell Banker Realty
6. Lafayette, LA – $905,000
All this for $905,000 in Lafayette. This 3,602 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 2013, is situated on 3.37 acres and includes three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The home features antique pine floors, wooden beams, brick accents, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf appliances, a wet bar, and a walk-in pantry. Additional amenities include a whole-house generator, an AV system, operable shutters, and climate-controlled garages. Outdoor spaces include a back porch with an outdoor kitchen, a hot tub, and a partially fenced yard with a sugar kettle fountain and fire pit. The primary suite offers a walk-in shower, jetted tub, and a large walk-in closet.
Listing Agent: Leslie Wooters @ Real Broker, LLC. Via Coldwell Banker Realty
5. Lake Charles, LA – $975,000
In Lake Charles, this is an example of what you can buy for $975,000. This 4,322 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 2010, includes five bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. The home features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry, connected to the family room. The primary suite overlooks the golf course and includes a spacious bathroom with walk-in his-and-her closets. Additional amenities include an upstairs game room with a covered balcony and a large rear covered patio. The property is designed with soaring ceilings and custom finishes throughout.
Listing Agent: Judy Moffett @ Latter & Blum Compass-Lc Via Coldwell Banker Realty
4. Slidell, LA – $1,000,000
For $1,000,000, here’s what you get in Slidell. This 3,110 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 2006, includes four bedrooms and three bathrooms on a cul-de-sac lot with over 630 feet of navigable waterfront. The property features a new engineered bulkhead, an 18×30 vertical boathouse, and a large covered dock, offering quick access to Lake Pontchartrain. The home includes an open floor plan with high ceilings, a great room with a corner fireplace, and a master suite with a private deck and waterfront views. Additional upgrades include new AC units, a new roof, foam insulation, and Ninja-coated driveways, decks, and garage. The property also includes a security system with cameras and surround sound inside and outside.
Listing Agent: Elizabeth Kobeszko @ Engel & Volkers Slidell – Mandeville Via Coldwell Banker Realty
3. Metairie, LA – $1,034,000
This home in Metairie is all yours for $1,034,000. This 3,911 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 2004, includes four bedrooms and five bathrooms, located in Old Metairie. The property features a recently renovated granite and stainless kitchen with Sub-Zero appliances and an oversized den with a fireplace. The first-floor primary suite includes two separate walk-in closets, a glass shower, and double marble vanities. Outdoor amenities include an outdoor kitchen, a fireplace, a French limestone fountain, copper gutters, and a secondary building for storage. Additional features include a large walk-in attic, multiple entertaining areas, and a whole-house generator.
Listing Agent: David Claus @ Century 21 J. Carter & Company Via Coldwell Banker Realty
2. West Monroe, LA – $975,000
In West Monroe, $975,000 will get you this property. This 4,939 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 2004, includes five bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and two master suites. The property features a kitchen with granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, double ovens, and an oversized island with storage. Additional indoor spaces include a large den, a dining room accommodating a table for 12, a sunroom, and a game room with a pool table. Outdoor features include a 10×30 front porch, a 20×30 back patio overlooking a 1-acre pond, and an oversized two-car garage with a heated and cooled shop. The home’s poly steel construction provides energy efficiency, and it includes ample storage throughout, including a large walk-in attic.
Listing Agents: Tim Gordon & Susan Gordon @ Tim T. Gordon Via Coldwell Banker Realty
1. Natchitoches, LA – $929,000
I’d say you get the most modest home for $929,000 in Natchitoches. This 4,199 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 1965 and designed by architect A. Hays Town, is located on Cane River in Natchitoches along Williams Avenue. The home includes four bedrooms and three bathrooms, with a downstairs primary bedroom offering lakefront views. Interior features include formal living and dining rooms with custom windows, a paneled office with a fireplace, a large kitchen with an adjacent utility room, and a versatile china closet that can function as an office or craft room. The property also includes a 38-foot back porch overlooking the river, floor-to-ceiling windows in the breakfast room, and a workshop with potential for conversion into an outdoor kitchen. Exterior features include live oaks, crepe myrtles, and ample off-street parking, with opportunities for expanding the boathouse and dock.
Listing Agents: Leslie Gladney & Amy Howell @ Brad Ferguson Real Estate Via Coldwell Banker Realty
