For sale

Price cut: $10K (9/25)

$249,500

702 Desoto St, Lake Charles, LA 70607

3beds

2,170sqft

$1,753/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1996

0.38 Acres Lot

$244,400 Zestimate^®

$115/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Two exterior storage roomsLarge yardWood-decked patioWood-look flooring and tileAdditional storage shedSpacious laundry roomCustom kitchen cabinetry

This is 702 Desoto Drive, a move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering approximately 2,170 square feet of living space in an established Lake Charles neighborhood. Built around 1996, the home features crown molding throughout, wood-look flooring and tile, a fireplace, custom kitchen cabinetry, and a spacious laundry room. The roof is less than six years old, providing an important recent improvement. Outside, the property offers a large yard, a wood-decked patio, covered parking for two vehicles, two exterior storage rooms, and an additional storage shed. Priced at $259,500, this home combines generous living space, practical storage, and comfortable indoor and outdoor living.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

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

Bathroom

Features: Closet in bathroom, Double Vanity, Exhaust fan(s), Separate tub and shower, Shower, Walk-in shower

Kitchen

Features: Formica Counters

Heating

Central

Cooling

One, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup

Features

Bathtub, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Laminate Counters, No Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Shower, Shower in Tub, Storage, Breakfast Nook, Eating Area In Dining Room
Has basement: No
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,963
Total interior livable area: 2,170 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Garage, Carport
Garage spaces: 2
Carport spaces: 2
Covered spaces: 4

Features

Patio & porch: Deck, Wood
Fencing: None

Lot

Size: 0.38 Acres
Dimensions: 30 x 95 x 133 x 125 x 137 m/l
Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 01228048
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1996

Utilities & green energy

Gas: Delta Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: SUBDIVISION GULFGATE

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Lake Charles

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $115/sqft
Tax assessed value: $106,300
Annual tax amount: $1,044
Date on market: 7/24/2026
Cumulative days on market: 67 days
Inclusions: range/oven, dishwasher, microwave
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$244,400

$232,000 - $257,000

$1,907/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/25/2026	Price change	$249,500-3.9%$115/sqft
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7/24/2026	Listed for sale	$259,500$120/sqft
Source: SWLAR #SWL26003440 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,044 +1.3%	$10,630
2024	$1,030 -3.6%	$10,630
2023	$1,069 0%	$10,630
2022	$1,069 -2.4%	$10,630
2021	$1,095 +10.3%	$10,630 +9.9%
2020	$993 -10.9%	$9,670 -9%
2019	$1,114 +151.9%	$10,630
2018	$442 -0.8%	$10,630
2017	$446 +0.3%	$10,630
2016	$445 -60.1%	$10,630
2015	$1,115	$10,630