Not your average duplex
Modern build-to-rent duplexes in Greater New Orleans — designed for cash flow, equity, and long-term wealth.
New-Construction Small Multifamily · Greater New Orleans
Live in one unit.
Let the other help pay the mortgage.
Or rent out both units — an income property designed for cash flow.
We design and build brand-new duplexes for first-time buyers using FHA loans, veterans using VA loans with $0 down, and professionals building a rental portfolio — one property at a time.
Who We Build For
Three ways in. One smart building.
The same new-construction duplex works three different ways depending on where you're starting from.
House Hackers
Qualify with an FHA loan, live in Unit A, and rent out Unit B. Your tenant's rent can help offset a significant portion of your monthly payment. Lenders can even count a portion of the projected rent toward your qualifying income.
Start your house hack →
Veterans
You served — now let your benefit work for you. A VA loan lets eligible veterans buy a duplex with zero down and no monthly mortgage insurance, as long as you live in one unit. It's a powerful wealth-building strategy.
Use your VA benefit →
Portfolio Builders
Busy professionals and business owners: build a portfolio of cash-flowing new construction — financing at 20–25% down, putting more down for stronger cash flow, or buying all-cash. Two doors per closing helps you scale more efficiently.
Build your portfolio →The Big Picture
Generational wealth,
built from the ground up.
Our clients come from every starting point — a first-time buyer with 3.5% down, a veteran using a hard-earned $0-down benefit, a professional financing at 20%, or an investor writing a check for the whole building. One destination unites them all: lasting wealth. New-construction small multifamily is a powerful wealth-building strategy — the rent helps pay the debt, the property may appreciate, and principal paydown can help your equity grow over time. We design it, build it, and stand with you through lease-up — so you're never on your own.
Multiple Paths to Ownership
FHA at 3.5% down · VA at 0% for veterans · Conventional at 20–25% · larger down payments for stronger cash flow · or all-cash. Wherever you start, we have a path built for you.
First Door to Full Portfolio
Busy professionals and business owners of every kind — many of our clients had never owned a rental before. We build their first, then their second, then their portfolio. We scale with you.
Built Right, Backed by Warranty
We design and build your duplex to modern code with builder warranty — and we set you up to win: trusted lender connections, trusted property manager referrals, and for serious portfolio builders (10+ doors), exclusive in-house management.
The IPB Collection
Five signature models. One standard: excellence.
Our Signature Model · Deal Analyzer
The 3/2 + 3/2 Duplex. Run your own deal.
The Signature Duplex
- 3 bed / 2 bathper side
- 6 bed / 4 bathtotal
- ±2,400 sq ftliving area
- 2 storiesstacked or side-by-side
- New buildmodern code
*Plans, permits, survey & builder package included — turn-key. You bring the lot — or we help you find one. With your down payment and pre-approval, the lot may be financed into your loan, subject to lender approval (no need to pay it in cash).
For illustration only — appraised values depend on ZIP code, lot, and market conditions, and are determined by a licensed appraiser. The lot is not included in the $316,000 turn-key price — but you don’t need to pay it in cash: with your down payment and pre-approval, the lot may be financed right into your loan, subject to lender approval.
The Process
From consult to keys — everything you need to win.
Free Consultation Call
A no-obligation strategy call to map your goals, budget, and the right loan path — FHA, VA, or conventional.
Book your call →Land & Property Acquisition
Don't have a lot? We find and secure buildable lots in high-demand rental corridors across Greater New Orleans.
Find your lot →Construction Services
Ground-up new construction to modern code and hurricane-rated standards, delivered on a written budget and timeline.
See the model →Portfolio Management · 10+ DOORS
Exclusive to committed portfolio builders: investors growing to 10+ doors with us can apply for in-house management. Everyone else, we connect with trusted local property managers.
Apply for portfolio status →Investor Tools
Run the numbers like a pro.
Two tools, one goal: see how this duplex could build your wealth — from your first monthly payment to your equity five years out.
Principal & interest on a 30-year fixed loan. Taxes, insurance, and mortgage insurance not included here — see the Cash Flow tab for the full picture.
If you're house hacking (living in one unit), enter only Unit B's rent. New construction typically means lower insurance and minimal maintenance in the early years.
Estimates for illustration only — not financial advice. Appreciation is not guaranteed; historical averages vary by market. Excludes PMI/MIP, closing costs, and management fees. Consult a licensed lender and advisor.
Our Work
Built by us. Proven in New Orleans.
Meet The Builder
CJ picks up the phone.
And walks you to the keys.
At Investment Property Builders, you don't get handed off to a call center. You work directly with CJ and the team behind every duplex in our collection — from the first consultation to the day you get your keys, and beyond.
- Financing connections — trusted banks and loan officers who know duplex loans and can get you pre-approved.
- Transparent process — written pricing, clear milestones, no surprises.
- Investor education — we teach you the numbers and the designs until you own them.
- There for you after closing — trusted property-manager referrals for every client, and exclusive in-house portfolio management for investors building 10+ doors with us.
Learn With CJ
Straight talk from the builder himself.
Why Investment Property Builders
CJ breaks down how our turn-key model works — from finding your lot to collecting your first rent check.
2 Huge Year-1 ROI Advantages
The two ways a new-construction duplex pays you back in your very first year — explained in plain English.
What Investors Say
Trusted by investors. Proven by repeat business.
My real estate company has worked with Investment Property Builders on 11 projects. They create beautiful buildings on time and on budget. They are very responsive and provide excellent customer service.
11 PROJECTS & COUNTINGInvestment Property Builders has built several projects for us. They handle the entire process from design to construction and finishes, truly turn-key. They're great!
TRULY TURN-KEYI can't thank Investment Property Builders enough for their exceptional property management. They've made the entire process hassle-free so that I can focus on my core business while reaping the rewards of real estate.
REPEAT INVESTORWhy New Construction
Old duplexes have old problems.
Yours are built to avoid them.
Fewer Surprise Repairs
New roof, new HVAC, new plumbing, new electrical. Your first years of ownership mean fewer repair bills, so you can focus on rental income.
Builder Warranty
New construction comes with warranty coverage that a 60-year-old double simply can't offer. Sleep well as an owner and as a landlord.
Built for This Climate
Modern wind-rated construction and current code compliance can mean meaningfully lower insurance costs than aging housing stock in South Louisiana.
Tenants Choose New
Brand-new units can attract stronger tenant demand and competitive rents. Energy-efficient systems can help reduce utility costs — for you and your tenant.
Where We Build
Greater New Orleans, built door by door.
Investment Property Builders was founded to transform the real estate landscape in New Orleans — building high-quality, turn-key multifamily properties for busy professionals seeking passive income. From land acquisition and construction through lease-up support and trusted property management connections, we help coordinate the complete process. Exclusive in-house portfolio management may be available for investors growing to 10+ doors with us.
- New Orleans
- Slidell
- Metairie
- Kenner
- Covington / Mandeville
- Westbank
Real projects, built by us in Greater New Orleans.
Agents & Brokers: your commission is protected.
Bring your client, register them at the first consult, and get paid co-op on the build — just like a traditional sale. We want you on our team, not on the sidelines.
Learn Before You Invest
Straight talk from our team — short lessons, real strategy, no fluff.
Common Questions
Everything investors ask us. Answered.
How much do I need for a down payment?
What exactly does the $316,000 turn-key price include?
Can rental income from Unit B help me qualify for the loan?
I'm not pre-approved with a bank yet. Is that a problem?
Do I have to manage the tenants myself?
Is insurance really lower on new construction?
How long does the process take?
I'm a real estate agent — is my commission protected?
Do you build triplexes or fourplexes too?
Where do you build?
The Esplanade
French Quarter, New Orleans
Historic character. Modern craftsmanship. Five condominiums in a landmark French Quarter property — a historic main building restored to today's standards, plus two original brick carriage units in the rear.
- ✓5 condos — 3 in the historic main building, 2 brick carriage units in the rear
- ✓Full historic renovation — ironwork balconies, original facade, restored details
- ✓Modern systems & finishes behind the classic exterior
Schedule a Consult
Pick a time. We'll run your numbers together.
Tell us where you're starting from — first home, VA benefit, or growing portfolio — and we'll map out what a new-construction duplex can do for you. No pressure, no obligation.
Pick a day and time that works for you — you'll get an instant confirmation. Prefer email? Write us at [email protected].
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