We bought this dilapidated shotgun double in Kenner

We recently bought this shotgun double in Kenner, and it came with a lot of history. The owners had lived there for more than 30 years, raising their family and creating memories in the home. But over time, maintenance became harder to keep up with. The property needed major repairs, the roof leaked, the paint was peeling, and the plumbing and electrical systems were outdated.

They had done their best for years, but the house had finally become unlivable, and they knew it was time to move on. Rather than trying to make costly repairs or clean everything out for traditional showings, they reached out to Home Buyer Louisiana to explore selling the home as-is for cash.

Selling As-Is Made the Process Simple

After meeting with the owners, we learned they were overwhelmed by the idea of cleaning out decades’ worth of belongings. They’d accumulated 30 years of furniture, tools, photos, and memories and the thought of sorting through everything before selling was stressful.

The great thing about selling to a cash home buyer is that you don’t need to worry about any of that. We told them to take what they wanted and leave the rest behind, and we’d handle everything from there. That made the decision easy for them.

We agreed on a fair price, and since we pay cash, there were no banks, appraisals, or inspection delays. We closed in just 10 days, allowing them to collect their funds and move forward quickly.

They were thrilled with how easy the process was, no open houses, no repairs, no cleaning, and no stress.

Video Walkthrough from Aussie Steve

In the video, Aussie Steve shares more about the project:

“Hey, this is Aussie Steve from Home Buyer Louisiana. We buy properties all around the Greater New Orleans area.

I’m here at a property we just closed on yesterday. We’re in Kenner. The people actually owned this property for about 30 years but hadn’t really put any money into it. It had become quite dilapidated and really unlivable for them, so they were looking to sell and move on.

We bought it for cash, bought it as-is. They had a lot of stuff in the house and around the house, and that’s fine,  we’re happy to take it as-is and sort it out ourselves.

If you look around here, there’s quite a lot of stuff in the back. The house itself has a lot of deferred maintenance. It’s pretty run-down and definitely needs a lot of work, but that’s fine with us.

They didn’t want to deal with the hassle of cleaning through everything they’d accumulated over the years and we totally understand that. We’re going to do a big rehab on the house anyway, so we’ll have our team here to handle everything.

We’ll try to donate anything usable to charity, and the rest we’ll toss into skip bins and take to the dump.

We buy houses in any condition. They can be as run-down as this, or even nicer homes, we’re open to all types.

So if you’ve got a property in the Greater New Orleans area, visit our website at homebuyerlouisiana.com. My name is Aussie Steve, and I’d love to talk to you about your property. There’s no obligation, even if we don’t end up buying it, we’ll try to give you helpful advice and talk through your options.”

Our Plan for the Property

After closing, our team began a full renovation on the Kenner double. The property had solid bones and a great layout, it just needed some attention and investment to bring it back to life.

We started with a complete clean-out, donating usable items to local charities and responsibly disposing of the rest. From there, we addressed the roof, repaired the foundation, and modernized the plumbing and electrical systems. Once the structure was sound, we updated the kitchens and bathrooms, added new flooring, and repainted inside and out.

When we’re done, the property will either become a long-term rental in our portfolio or be resold to a new homeowner, helping strengthen the Kenner community.

Why We Love Buying Houses Like This

Stories like this remind us why we do what we do. It’s not just about buying houses , it’s about helping people through life transitions. The sellers were ready to move on but didn’t have the time, money, or energy to manage a full renovation. By working with us, they were able to sell fast, avoid the stress, and get a fair price for their property.

That’s a win-win, and it aligns perfectly with our company values:

Everyone smiles at the closing table.

Everyone we talk to leaves in a better position.

Selling a House in Kenner or Jefferson Parish?

If you’re thinking about selling your house in Kenner, Metairie, or anywhere else in Jefferson Parish, Home Buyer Louisiana can help. We buy properties as-is, handle all the clean-up, and make the process as simple as possible.

Whether you’ve owned your home for decades, inherited a property, or just need to sell quickly, we can make you a fair, no-obligation cash offer and close on your timeline.

Call us today or fill out our quick form to get started.