For sale

$385,000

509 W Sale Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605

3beds

2,173sqft

$2,547/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1993

0.38 Acres Lot

$398,800 Zestimate^®

$177/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

In-ground poolMaster suiteUpdated fixtures and appliancesFresh interior paint

You don't find a home like this very often! With a main house that has been almost completely renovated, plus a mother-in-law quarter of about 800 sq feet AND an in-ground pool...you found THE ONE. Front door faces Sale Road, but all parking and the garage faces the back, off of Lockwood Circle. NEW HVAC SYSTEM inside and out is 1 year old. Fresh interior paint, granite counters in the kitchen and bathrooms, updated fixtures and appliances and new water heater. Master suite boasts a remarkable bathroom featuring a soaker tub, separate shower and twin vanities. You'll SWOON! The closet is wonderful. Pool is in-ground and vinyl with a recently updated liner. SPACIOUS storage room off of the deep garage, too. Make sure to view the 360 virtual tour of this home!!! If you don't see the link please request it from your agent.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Description: Master Bedroom
Level: Lower
Area: 247 Square Feet
Dimensions: 19.11 x 13.2

Bedroom 2

Description: Bedroom 2
Level: Lower
Area: 156 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.7 x 13.2

Bedroom 3

Description: Bedroom 3
Level: Lower
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.4 x 12.4

Primary bathroom

Description: Master Bathroom
Level: Lower
Area: 160 Square Feet
Dimensions: 16 x 9.5

Bathroom 2

Description: Hall Bath
Level: Lower
Area: 48 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8 x 6.2

Breakfast

Description: Breakfast Nook
Level: Lower
Area: 99 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.7

Dining room

Description: Dining Room
Level: Lower
Area: 84 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12.1 x 7.11

Kitchen

Description: Kitchen
Level: Lower
Area: 143 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.3 x 12.5

Laundry

Description: Laundry room
Level: Lower
Area: 60 Square Feet
Dimensions: 6.11 x 9.6

Living room

Description: Living Room
Level: Lower
Area: 437 Square Feet
Dimensions: 19.2 x 23.4

Storage room

Description: Storage Room in Garage
Level: Lower
Area: 66 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.3 x 5.6

Heating

Central, Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Built-In, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Range Hood, Microwave, Oven and Range, Refrigerator, Exhaust Fan, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup

Features

Built-in Features, Brick Walls, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, No Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Eating Area In Dining Room
Doors: French Doors, Insulated Doors
Has basement: No
Attic: Pull Down Stairs
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Gas
Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 2,173 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Driveway, Garage Faces Rear, RV Potential, Structure, See Remarks, Garage, Workshop in Garage
Attached garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Patio & porch: Covered
Exterior features: Awning(s), Lighting, Rain Gutters
Pool features: In Ground, Vinyl
Spa features: None
Fencing: Privacy,Fenced
Has view: Yes
View description: Neighborhood

Lot

Size: 0.38 Acres
Dimensions: 80' x 169' x 80' x 81' x 125'
Features: Regular Lot

Details

Additional structures: Guest House, Storage
Additional parcels included: N/A
Parcel number: 00457752
Zoning description: Residential
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Turnkey
Year built: 1993

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Standard
Gas: CenterPoint Energy
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Bayou Road Addition

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Lake Charles

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $177/sqft
Tax assessed value: $165,700
Annual tax amount: $1,628
Date on market: 11/5/2026
Cumulative days on market: 2 days
Listing terms: Conventional
Inclusions: All appliances except deep freeze in garage
Exclusions: Stand up deep freezer in the garage, square patio table & the 2 pool area chairs
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

$398,800

$351,000 - $451,000

$1,761/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
11/6/2026	Listed for sale	$385,000-3.5%$177/sqft
Source: SWLAR #SWL26005152 Report a problem
8/18/2025	Sold	--
Source: SWLAR #SWL25002378 Report a problem
7/22/2025	Pending sale	$399,000$184/sqft
Source: SWLAR #SWL25002378 Report a problem
4/23/2025	Listed for sale	$399,000-6.1%$184/sqft
Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL25002378 Report a problem
4/16/2025	Listing removed	$424,900$196/sqft
Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL24007263 Report a problem
1/24/2025	Price change	$424,900-3.4%$196/sqft
Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL24007263 Report a problem
12/25/2024	Listed for sale	$439,900$202/sqft
Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL24007263 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,628 +2.4%	$16,570
2024	$1,589 -1.1%	$16,570
2023	$1,606 +1.2%	$16,570 +1%
2022	$1,586 -3.1%	$16,410 -1%
2021	$1,637 +12.4%	$16,570 +9.7%
2020	$1,456 -7.5%	$15,110 -7.4%
2019	$1,575 +63.1%	$16,320
2018	$965 -0.2%	$16,320
2017	$968 -0.6%	$16,320
2016	$973 -39.4%	$16,320
2015	$1,606	$16,320