Bill Baker RE/MAX N. O. Properties

02/18/2026

Rates just made a meaningful move — quietly.

With inflation cooling to 2.4%, we’re seeing 30-year fixed rates consistently under 6%, with some locks in the mid-5% range.

In a market like ours — where insurance premiums already affect affordability — even a small rate shift can materially change purchasing power.

If you:
• Purchased between 2022–2025
• Have been waiting for rates to soften
• Want to understand your buying power this spring

Now is the time to review options. There are no guarantees rates continue downward. We saw a short-lived dip in January.

But strategy favors preparation. Message me if you’d like to run the numbers.

11/07/2025

🏡 Open House: Saturday, Nov 8 • 12–2 PM • 624 Eleonore Street
From the welcoming front porch to the bright, stylish kitchen, this historic beauty delivers character, comfort, and location in perfect balance.

What You’ll Love:

White exterior + black front door with classic curb appeal

Gracious living room with 12-ft ceilings & decorative fireplace

Updated kitchen with stainless appliances & island

Breakfast nook for casual dining

Primary suite with French doors to the backyard + large walk-in closet

Two upstairs bedrooms + dual-sink bath

Screened-in side porch & charming backyard retreat

Steps to Avo, Reginelli’s, Starbucks, Whole Foods & just a stroll to Audubon Park

🗓 Join us Saturday, Nov 8 from 12–2 PM
📞 Message us for details or to schedule a private tour if you can’t make the open house.

10/30/2025

Many experts are of the opinion this is our "new normal." Is waiting still a good idea?

Following recent volatility, mortgage rates just fell back to a three-year low. But should buyers lock one in now?

10/27/2025

🏡 Charming Historic Home in a Walkable Uptown Location!

624 Eleonore Street | From the inviting front porch to the light-filled interior, this home delivers style and soul in every detail.

What You’ll Love:

Elegant curb appeal wrought iron fence

Gracious formal living room w/ decorative fireplace

Updated kitchen w/ island + breakfast nook

Primary suite w/ French doors to backyard

Two spacious upstairs bedrooms w/ dual-sink bath

Screened-in porch & private backyard retreat

Unbeatable location near Avo, Reginelli’s, Starbucks & Audubon Park

💬 Ready to fall in love with Uptown living?
Contact us today for details or to schedule your tour!

10/20/2025

📍 Now Leasing – 2415 Valmont Street | Uptown NOLA

Looking for more space and a great location? This newly refreshed 3-bedroom apartment is move-in ready and just steps from Freret Street’s best dining and coffee spots ☕🍽️

✨ Why you’ll love it:
• Bright, spacious layout with sunroom & laundry room
• Washer & dryer included 🙌
• Walkable to nearby universities 🎓
• Pet-friendly (with approval) 🐾
• Clean, crisp, and comfortable

Perfect for anyone who wants to live in the heart of Uptown — whether you’re connected to campus or just love the neighborhood vibe.

⚡ Apartments this size and location go fast — schedule your showing today!
📞 Call or text (504) 908-9846
🏡 Easy to show – agents protected.

10/19/2025

There's something about October and a new price that makes this Country Club Gardens home even more inviting - timeless lines, graceful details, and a neighborhood that always feels like home.

200 Bellaire Drive | Now Offered at $2,499,000

This new construction home offers a rare combination of thoughtful design, high-quality craftsmanship, and an unbeatable location just off Metairie Road. This home provides easy access to top schools, shopping, dining, and major conveniences—all while being tucked away in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood.

Exceptional Features Include:

Impressive Entry – Striking staircase, soaring ceilings, and a private office (or optional sixth bedroom)
Chef’s Kitchen – Oversized quartzite island, Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry, wine tower, and butler’s pantry with a second dishwasher
Designed for Gathering – Custom cast concrete fireplace, abundant natural light, and a dining room with a bay window nook
Private Owner’s Suite – Sitting area with fireplace, spa-inspired bath with a freestanding tub and walk-in shower, and dual custom closets with a built-in vanity
Well-Planned Layout – Four upstairs bedrooms, a spacious playroom, and an additional laundry room for convenience
Outdoor Living – Landscaped yard with a towering oak, outdoor kitchen with Blaze gas barbecue, and a covered patio ready for entertaining
Smart Features – 11-ft ceilings downstairs, 10-ft upstairs, elevator-ready stacked closets, three HVAC systems, HD video wiring, surround sound, and a full security system
Unmatched Convenience – Moments from Metairie Road’s boutiques and restaurants, top-rated schools, parks, and easy access to major thoroughfares
(See the full listing details at the link in our bio)

Now with a further reduced price, this home is ready to be experienced. Schedule a private showing today. (Photos of furnished rooms have been virtually staged).

10/14/2025

🏡 1700 Michigan Avenue, Kenner | When Timing Is Everything

Some sales come together slowly. Others move fast — and this one had to.

A past client referred me to a buyer from out of state who, along with her husband, was in the middle of a 1031 exchange when life took an unexpected turn: their son landed a great job here in the New Orleans area. Suddenly, they needed to find and close on a Louisiana property within strict 1031 deadlines.

She reached out on September 13. By September 19, we’d written one offer, a backup offer, and had another home under contract. We closed on October 8 — just in time to protect their exchange and welcome their son to his new home.

This experience was a great reminder that even under pressure, clear communication and steady guidance can turn an urgent situation into a successful outcome. It was a joy helping this family make a strategic move — and an even greater honor knowing it all began with a referral from a past client.

➡️ If you’re planning a move or an investment, whether across town or across state lines, I’d be happy to help you navigate it with confidence.

10/13/2025

🎓 Live Close, Live Big – Your Ideal University-Area Rental! 🏡

📍 2415 Valmont Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Available NOW – Don’t Miss Out!

Looking for a place that’s right near campus and just steps from the amazing food and vibes of Freret Street? Whether you’re a student juggling classes, a professor who wants an easy commute, or just someone who loves being in the heart of it all—these spacious 3-bedroom apartments are exactly what you need!

✨ What You’ll Love:
✔ Three large bedrooms + a sunroom – Perfect for extra study space, a creative nook, or just a chill spot.
✔ In-unit laundry – No laundromat trips! Washers & dryers included.
✔ Freshly updated – Bright, clean, and move-in ready!
✔ Walkable to universities – No car? No problem. Get to class with ease.
✔ Steps from Freret Street – Amazing restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping right outside your door.

📌 Details:
🔹 Downstairs unit
🔹 Tenants cover utilities
🔹 Pets? Let’s chat! (Case-by-case basis)

EASY TO SHOW – AGENTS PROTECTED!
📞 Call/Text (504) 864-2294 to schedule a tour before they’re gone!

10/03/2025

As October arrives, here’s a home worth falling for. Timeless design, unbeatable location, and new beginnings await.

200 Bellaire Drive | PRICE FURTHER IMPROVED to $2,499,000

This new construction home offers a rare combination of thoughtful design, high-quality craftsmanship, and an unbeatable location just off Metairie Road. Situated in prestigious Country Club Gardens, this home provides easy access to top schools, shopping, dining, and major conveniences—all while being tucked away in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood.

Exceptional Features Include:

Impressive Entry – Striking staircase, soaring ceilings, and a private office (or optional sixth bedroom)
Chef’s Kitchen – Oversized quartzite island, Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry, wine tower, and butler’s pantry with a second dishwasher
Designed for Gathering – Custom cast concrete fireplace, abundant natural light, and a dining room with a bay window nook
Private Owner’s Suite – Sitting area with fireplace, spa-inspired bath with a freestanding tub and walk-in shower, and dual custom closets with a built-in vanity
Well-Planned Layout – Four upstairs bedrooms, a spacious playroom, and an additional laundry room for convenience
Outdoor Living – Landscaped yard with a towering oak, outdoor kitchen with Blaze gas barbecue, and a covered patio ready for entertaining
Smart Features – 11-ft ceilings downstairs, 10-ft upstairs, elevator-ready stacked closets, three HVAC systems, HD video wiring, surround sound, and a full security system
Unmatched Convenience – Moments from Metairie Road’s boutiques and restaurants, top-rated schools, parks, and easy access to major thoroughfares
(See the full listing details at the link in our bio)

Now offered at a new price, this home is ready to be experienced. Schedule a private showing today. (Photos of furnished rooms have been virtually staged).

09/06/2025

Big news yesterday!🏠🎉😊

Mortgage rates plunged sharply following the release of a weaker-than-expected August employment report. Rates are now at the lowest level since October.

08/27/2025

As summer winds down, here’s a home worth falling for. Timeless design, unbeatable location, and new beginnings await.

BROKER TOUR Wednesday, 8/27 from 12 to 2 PM | 200 Bellaire Drive | PRICE FURTHER IMPROVED to $2,599,000

This new construction home offers a rare combination of thoughtful design, high-quality craftsmanship, and an unbeatable location just off Metairie Road. Situated in prestigious Country Club Gardens, this home provides easy access to top schools, shopping, dining, and major conveniences—all while being tucked away in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood.

Exceptional Features Include:

Impressive Entry – Striking staircase, soaring ceilings, and a private office (or optional sixth bedroom)
Chef’s Kitchen – Oversized quartzite island, Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry, wine tower, and butler’s pantry with a second dishwasher
Designed for Gathering – Custom cast concrete fireplace, abundant natural light, and a dining room with a bay window nook
Private Owner’s Suite – Sitting area with fireplace, spa-inspired bath with a freestanding tub and walk-in shower, and dual custom closets with a built-in vanity
Well-Planned Layout – Four upstairs bedrooms, a spacious playroom, and an additional laundry room for convenience
Outdoor Living – Landscaped yard with two towering oaks, outdoor kitchen with Blaze gas barbecue, and a covered patio ready for entertaining
Smart Features – 11-ft ceilings downstairs, 10-ft upstairs, elevator-ready stacked closets, three HVAC systems, HD video wiring, surround sound, and a full security system
Unmatched Convenience – Moments from Metairie Road’s boutiques and restaurants, top-rated schools, parks, and easy access to major thoroughfares
(See the full listing details at the link in our bio)

Now offered at a new price, this home is ready to be experienced. Schedule a private showing today. (Photos of furnished rooms have been virtually staged).

08/24/2025

Thanks and congrats to my loyal client Scott! This is our fourth transaction together since 2015. Best wishes to both my Seller and the first time homebuyers whose family fell in love with the home at first sight!🔑🎉⚜