New Orleans was established as a French colony in 1718, predating the founding of the US by almost six decades. Today, besides its reputation for a relaxed lifestyle and legendary penchant for celebration and fun, New Orleans has retained its character as one of the country's most visually distinctive cities, possessing a rich tapestry of cultural influences and architectural styles.

The New Orleans clients were looking for a home in one of the city's older historic neighborhoods and one within walking distance of the shops and restaurants along Magazine Street. This cottage style house on nearby Touro Street fit both criteria and was listed at $450,000.

The Touro house was the smallest home that the clients were considering, and also the most expensive partly because of its location. However, it boasted a comfortable feel and a relatively sizable backyard by Uptown New Orleans standards.