919 Taft Place, New Orleans, LA 70119

Set on a tree-lined block in Parkview, this 1920s bungalow is close to Bayou St. John, City Park, the Carrollton streetcar line, and the shops and restaurants along Esplanade Avenue and N. Carrollton. The gabled entry, with its arched door surround and bracketed eaves, introduces the period character found throughout the home. Inside, original casement windows bring in natural light from several sides, and 9-foot ceilings, heart pine floors and classic trim carry from room to room. The front living room centers on a working ventless gas fireplace set in brick with inset decorative tiles, and it opens to a dining room lined with windows. The kitchen is generous and well equipped, with a 36-inch Wolf gas range, a stainless vent hood and pot filler, soapstone counters with a custom soapstone sink, custom painted shaker-style maple cabinetry with glass-front uppers, and stainless steel appliances. At the rear, a den opens through French doors to the deck. The bedroom has a large...