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1281 Highway 159, Minden, LA 71055
4beds
4,625sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
3.6 Acres Lot
$650,300 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$4,014 Estimated rent
Home value
$650,300
Estimated sales range
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Catherine Hunt 0995694048 318-377-6062,
LA State Realty, LLC 318-377-6062
Bought with:
Rachael Culpepper, 0995714765
LA State Realty, LLC
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21298674
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Fireplace, Hollywood Bath, Jetted Tub, Sitting Area in Primary, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom
- Features: Closet Cabinetry, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bonus room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Dual Sinks, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Stone Counters, Sink, Walk-In Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Media room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Workshop
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Range, Refrigerator, Some Commercial Grade, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan
Features
- Built-in Features, Chandelier, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Other, Pantry, Cable TV, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Travertine, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Bath, Glass Doors, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,625 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Detached Carport, Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Inside Entrance, Kitchen Level, Lighted, Oversized, Parking Pad, Side By Side, Workshop in Garage, Boat, RV Access/Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered
- Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue, Balcony, Barbecue, Gas Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Living Area, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 3.60 Acres
- Features: Acreage, Back Yard, Cleared, Lawn, Landscaped, Few Trees
- Residential vegetation: Pine
Details
- Additional structures: Outdoor Kitchen, RV/Boat Storage, Storage
- Parcel number: 111959
- Other equipment: Generator, Home Theater
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: French Provincial,Other,Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Rock, Stone, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Separate Meters, Water Available, Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Minden
- Subdivision: Greenbriar Sub
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Sold | -- |
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| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $669,900$145/sqft |
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| 7/1/2025 | Price change | $669,900-4.3%$145/sqft |
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| 12/31/2024 | Price change | $699,900-4.8%$151/sqft |
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| 9/30/2024 | Price change | $735,000-2%$159/sqft |
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| 9/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $750,000$162/sqft |
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| 8/9/2024 | Contingent | $750,000$162/sqft |
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| 3/31/2024 | Listed for sale | $750,000$162/sqft |
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| 2/16/2007 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,307 +0.5% | $52,090 |
| 2024 | $5,282 +10.7% | $52,090 +10% |
| 2023 | $4,773 -0.4% | $47,350 |
| 2022 | $4,793 -0.3% | $47,350 |
| 2021 | $4,809 +1.8% | $47,350 |
| 2020 | $4,725 +0.5% | $47,350 |
| 2019 | $4,701 | $47,350 |
| 2018 | $4,701 +8.8% | $47,350 |
| 2017 | $4,323 -9.4% | $47,350 |
| 2016 | $4,771 +9.4% | $47,350 |
| 2010 | $4,360 | $47,350 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 71055
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10E. S. Richardson Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 4/10Webster Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 4/10Minden High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Webster PSB
- Middle: Webster PSB
- High: Webster PSB
- District: 40 School Dist #6
Source: NTREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Louisiana
- Webster Parish
- Minden
- 71055
- 1281 Highway 159
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