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    • Price cut: $5.4K (6/17)
    $249,500

    523 Esplanade Dr, Lafayette, LA 70508

    2beds
    1,912sqft
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    $1,794/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1981
    -- sqft lot
    $247,000 Zestimate®
    $130/sqft
    $200/mo HOA

    What's special

    Private patioVermilion riverCorner lotDesirable corner lotElegant floor-to-ceiling windowsSoaring ceilingsCrown molding
    Live Oak Townhomes - New Orleans Style Living on the Vermilion River. Experience timeless charm and modern comfort in this beautifully designed townhome, nestled in a quiet, gated community along the Vermilion River. Just off Kaliste Saloom, you'll enjoy easy access to Lafayette's best shopping, dining, and entertainment while retreating to a peaceful, private setting. The primary suite, located downstairs, features double closets and a spacious en suite bath. Soaring ceilings, crown molding, and elegant floor-to-ceiling windows fill the open living and dining area with natural light. The kitchen seamlessly extends to a private patio, creating the perfect indoor-outdoorflow for gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Upstairs, a second large en suite bedroom offers multiple dormer windows, fresh paint, and double closets. Set on a desirable corner lot, this home invites you to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Alyson Schexnayder,

    Keaty Real Estate Team 337-235-7770

    Source: RAA,MLS#: 2500002983MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Stove Con
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Dual Closets, Varied Ceiling Heights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Other Counters
      • Flooring: Laminate, Wood Laminate
      • Doors: Storm Door(s)
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: 2 Fireplaces, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,912 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Assigned
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Enclosed
      • Exterior features: Lighting
      • Fencing: Split Rail
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: Bayou/River, Walk To
      Lot
      • Dimensions: Under 0.5
      • Features: 0 to 0.5 Acres, Corner Lot, Dead-End, Waterfront
      Details
      • Parcel number: 6020650

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Other
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Brick Veneer, Frame
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Resale
      • Year built: 1981

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Elec: City
      • Sewer: Comm Sewer

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Live Oak Th
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Management
      • Services included: Maintenance Grounds
      • HOA fee: $200 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Lafayette

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $130/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $191,200
      • Annual tax amount: $2,012
      • Date on market: 9/29/2025
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $247,000

        $235,000 - $259,000

        $1,746/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/17/2026Price change$249,500-2.1%$130/sqft
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        5/21/2026Listed for sale$254,900$133/sqft
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        5/1/2026Pending sale$254,900$133/sqft
        Source: RAA #2500002983 Report a problem
        3/18/2026Price change$254,900-1.6%$133/sqft
        Source: RAA #2500002983 Report a problem
        9/29/2025Listed for sale$259,000$135/sqft
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        3/11/2003Sold--
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$2,012 +0.6%$19,120
        2023$2,000 0%$19,120
        2022$2,001 -0.3%$19,120
        2021$2,007 +0.3%$19,120
        2020$2,001 +4.3%$19,120
        2019$1,919 -1.7%$19,120
        2018$1,951 +48.1%$19,120
        2017$1,318 $19,120
        2015$1,318 +0%$19,120
        2013$1,317 +34.2%$19,120
        2011$982 +0.2%$19,120
        2010$980 -25.9%$19,120
        2008$1,322 +43.7%$19,120 +26.2%
        2006$920 +0.7%$15,150
        2005$914 +39.2%$15,150 +12.9%
        2002$656 +6.9%$13,420
        2001$614 +151.5%$13,420 +47.8%
        2000$244 $9,080
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 70508

        Getting around

        42 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        30 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Cpl. M. Middlebrook
        • Middle: Paul Breaux Middle
        • High: Comeaux

        Source: RAA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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