Buy a home · Chalmette and St. Bernard Parish
Buy a home in Chalmette and St. Bernard Parish.
Talk to an agent who lives here. We’ll walk you through the neighborhoods, flood insurance, inspections and financing so you buy with clear eyes.
Why buy with Arpent
So local we remember Schwegmann’s.
We live here, work here and invest here. Before you’re under contract, we’ll tell you what we know about the street, the house’s flood history, insurance and what similar homes really sold for.
Help getting started
First-time buyer? We walk you through pre-approval, offers, inspections and closing in plain English, and connect you with lenders who know local programs.
Builders in your corner
Christian has built homes, and Merritt is a licensed general contractor and ICC building official. They help you understand what an inspection found and what it will really cost to fix.
One coordinator through closing
A dedicated transaction coordinator keeps the inspection, appraisal, insurance and closing on schedule so you know what is next.
Moving to St. Bernard
We can help you compare Chalmette, Arabi, Meraux and Violet, and tell you what living in each is like. Living in St. Bernard →
House hacking
Can I buy a double and live in half?
Yes, and it’s one of the best ways to buy your first home. You live in one side, rent the other, and the rent helps cover your mortgage. Owner-occupant loans can be used on 2–4 unit properties when you live in one of the units, so the down payment can be lower than on a typical investment property.
Mike has house-hacked several times himself. We’ll show you what the other side would rent for, using homes we actually manage, before you make an offer.
Down payment help
Want up to 4% of your down payment or closing costs paid?
The Louisiana CAFA program can help with down payment assistance, up to 4% toward closing costs, and affordable mortgage options. Eligibility requirements apply. Ask us and we’ll connect you with a participating lender.
Arpent Realty & Property Management is not a lender. Financing is provided by third-party lenders. Program availability, terms and eligibility are subject to lender and program guidelines. Not all applicants will qualify.
Buyer questions
What buyers ask us
How does flood insurance work here?
It depends on the home’s flood zone, elevation and construction, and the price can vary a lot between houses on the same street. Lenders require it for homes in high-risk zones. We help you get a quote before you make an offer, not after.
Should I get an inspection?
Yes. We recommend one on every purchase, and our builders can help you read the report and decide what to ask the seller to fix.
Can you send me listings?
Yes. Tell us what you’re looking for and an agent will send you matching homes, including new listings as they hit the market.
Do I need to sell my current home first?
Not always. We’ll help you plan the timing so you can buy and sell without carrying two houses longer than you have to.
Reviews
What buyers say
Arpent Realty has been an all around pleasure to work with! I’ve used Mike for a couple of purchases, and he made everything as smooth as possible. I now use him and his team at Arpent Realty as my property management company, and I couldn’t be happier with that decision!
Can’t say enough to how wonderful it has been to work with Mike! He is patient, helpful, knowledgeable and diligent. He helped us navigate through buying one home and selling another and we could not be more grateful to have such a wonderful realtor to work with.