For sale

Price cut: $5K (11/10)

$224,999

65247 Highway 51, Amite, LA 70436

3beds

2,281sqft

$1,457/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1954

3.95 Acres Lot

$229,300 Zestimate^®

$99/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Private retreatTimeless charm throughoutOriginal wood floors

Come see this Southern Classic! Nestled on 3.95 acres, this charming home offers the perfect blend of Southern character, privacy, and peaceful country living! Step inside and fall in love with the original wood floors and timeless charm throughout. With NO CARPET, an HVAC system replaced in 2020, and a water heater replaced in 2021, this home has even more to offer! Enjoy the beauty of your own private retreat with plenty of room to spread out, entertain, or simply relax and enjoy the outdoors. As an added BONUS, the seller is willing to leave EVERYTHING in the home, including the washer, dryer, and gun safe! Whether you're looking for a peaceful place to call home or a property with room to make your own, this Southern gem is full of possibilities. Schedule your private showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Description: Lower Level, Flooring: Wood
Dimensions: 15.8FT X 13.4FT

Bedroom

Description: Lower Level, Flooring: Wood
Dimensions: 15.11FT X 13FT

Bedroom

Description: Lower Level, Flooring: Wood
Dimensions: 14.3FT X 13FT

Breakfast

Description: Lower Level, Flooring: Wood
Dimensions: 7.2FT X 8.4FT

Den

Description: Lower Level, Flooring: Wood
Dimensions: 22.2FT X 17.8FT

Dining room

Description: Lower Level, Flooring: Wood
Dimensions: 12.11FT X 16.3FT

Kitchen

Description: Lower Level
Dimensions: 8FT X 12.1FT

Laundry

Description: Lower Level
Dimensions: 14.4FT X 6.11FT

Living room

Description: Lower Level, Flooring: Wood
Dimensions: 14.1FT X 14.4FT

Heating

Central, Other

Cooling

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Other

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Flooring: Wood
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,693
Total interior livable area: 2,281 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached Garage
Has garage: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 3.95 Acres
Dimensions: 313 x 550

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 7043665247HIGHWAY51HY

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding
Foundation: Raised
Roof: Other

Condition

Year built: 1954
Major remodel year: 1954

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Utilities for property: Natural Gas Not Available

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Amite

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $99/sqft
Tax assessed value: $92,086
Annual tax amount: $141
Date on market: 10/3/2026
Listing terms: Owner May Carry

Estimated market value

$229,300

$218,000 - $241,000

$1,628/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
11/10/2026	Price change	$224,999-2.2%$99/sqft
Source: ROAM MLS #2577371 Report a problem
10/3/2026	Listed for sale	$229,999$101/sqft
Source: GSREIN #2577371 Report a problem
8/14/2015	Sold	--
Source: ROAM MLS #1013844 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$141 +0.5%	$9,209
2024	$140 +7.5%	$9,209 +0.3%
2023	$130 +0%	$9,184
2022	$130 +0%	$9,184
2021	$130 +0.1%	$9,184
2020	$130 -0.2%	$9,184
2019	$130 -81.6%	$9,184
2018	$709 +440.5%	$9,184
2017	$131 +0%	$9,184
2016	$131	$9,184 -8%
2015	$131 -83%	$9,988
2014	$771 +14579.4%	$9,988 +32%
2013	$5	$7,568
2012	$5 +6.9%	$7,568
2011	$5 -0.2%	$7,568
2010	$5	$7,568
2009	$5 +0.8%	$7,568
2008	$5 -0.8%	$7,568
2007	$5	$7,568
2006	$5	$7,568
2005	--	$7,568 -21.4%
2004	--	$9,633 +27.3%
2003	--	$7,568
2002	--	$7,568
2001	--	$7,568