For sale

Price cut: $10.1K (9/23)

$274,900

616 W Sallier St, Lake Charles, LA 70601

2beds

1,939sqft

$1,894/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1920

0.28 Acres Lot

$262,500 Zestimate^®

$142/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Generously sized living spacesPrivacy fenceWelcoming sunporchLarge kitchenDining room

Step into the timeless charm of this precious 106-year-old cottage, where character and comfort come together. This inviting home features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, a welcoming sunporch, and generously sized living spaces, including a large kitchen, dining room and living room with a gas fireplace. Perfect for everyday living or entertaining. You'll appreciate the fabulous storage throughout the home, along with the warmth and character that only a historic cottage can offer. Outside, you'll find a 2-car carport, a versatile studio space ideal for hobbies or a home office, a greenhouse, and a deck overlooking the spacious yard with a privacy fence. Located in Flood Zone X, where additional flood insurance is typically not required by a mortgage lender. Pride of ownership is evident with this charming property. All measurements are more or les

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

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

Primary bedroom

Level: Lower
Dimensions: 16.2x13.6

Bedroom 1

Level: Lower
Dimensions: 13.8x13.6

Dining room

Level: Lower
Dimensions: 15.1x16.2

Foyer

Level: Lower
Dimensions: 4.1x4.4

Kitchen

Level: Lower
Dimensions: 16x10.4

Laundry

Level: Lower
Dimensions: 6.5x5.5

Living room

Level: Lower
Dimensions: 19.4x16.2

Other

Level: Lower
Dimensions: 16.2x7.4

Heating

Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)

Cooling

One, Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room

Features

Built-in Features, Bathtub, High Ceilings, Shower, Shower in Tub, Storage, Tile Counters, Eating Area In Dining Room, Separated Eating Area
Doors: Panel Doors
Has basement: No
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Free Standing, Gas, Patio
Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,681
Total interior livable area: 1,939 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 7
Parking features: Circular Driveway, Carport, Attached Carport, Paved, Driveway, Private, Open
Carport spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 5

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch
Pool features: None
Spa features: None
Fencing: Privacy,Fenced
Has view: Yes
View description: Neighborhood

Lot

Size: 0.28 Acres
Dimensions: 81 x 152
Features: Wooded, Yard

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Parcel number: 0137323
Zoning description: Residential
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Drywall Walls, Frame, Hardboard
Foundation: Raised
Roof: Asbestos Shingle

Condition

Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Gas: CenterPoint Energy
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Phone Available, Water Available, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Street Lights, Storm Drains
Subdivision: Hayes Place

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Lake Charles

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $142/sqft
Tax assessed value: $177,000
Annual tax amount: $2,109
Date on market: 8/7/2026
Cumulative days on market: 62 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Maintained

Estimated market value

$262,500

$249,000 - $276,000

$1,681/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/23/2026	Price change	$274,900-3.5%$142/sqft
Source: SWLAR #SWL26003680 Report a problem
8/7/2026	Listed for sale	$285,000$147/sqft
Source: SWLAR #SWL26003680 Report a problem
2/19/2026	Listing removed	$2,200$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
1/9/2026	Listed for rent	$2,200+25.7%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
2/26/2022	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 Report a problem
2/16/2022	Listed for rent	$1,750+6.1%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 Report a problem
2/2/2022	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 Report a problem
2/2/2022	Price change	$1,650-8.3%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 Report a problem
1/5/2022	Listed for rent	$1,800+9.1%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 Report a problem
3/24/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/27/2019	Listing removed	$1,650$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/1/2019	Listed for rent	$1,650$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
2/3/2019	Listing removed	$1,650$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
1/17/2019	Price change	$1,650-5.7%$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
1/3/2019	Listed for rent	$1,750+6.1%$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
10/18/2018	Listing removed	$1,650$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
10/8/2018	Price change	$1,650-2.7%$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
9/11/2018	Price change	$1,695-3.1%$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/24/2018	Listed for rent	$1,750$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
10/22/2010	Sold	--
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/15/2006	Sold	--
Source: SWLAR #96505 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,109 +4.5%	$17,700
2024	$2,019 -1.3%	$17,700
2023	$2,046 +0.4%	$17,700
2022	$2,037 -8.3%	$17,700
2021	$2,222 +5.6%	$17,700 +8.8%
2020	$2,105 -9.5%	$16,270 -5.9%
2019	$2,326	$17,290
2018	$2,326 +9.5%	$17,290
2017	$2,123 +8.1%	$17,290
2016	$1,964 +0.5%	$17,290
2015	$1,954	$17,290