Step aside cookie-cutter homes—714 Souvenir Gate has stories to tell! Rumored to have been built around 1860, this charming home is packed with character, personality, and the kind of craftsmanship that's hard to find today. Whether the rumor is true or not, one thing is certain: this home has stood the test of time and still knows how to make an impression. Offering just under 1,500 square feet of living area, this unique home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile loft space. Need a third bedroom? Home office? Gaming retreat? Reading nook? The loft says, "Why not all of the above?" Recent updates provide peace of mind while preserving the home's historic charm, including a new roof and a central AC system replaced in 2021. Location? It doesn't get much better. Nestled in Lafayette’s highly sought-after St. Streets area, one of the city's most beloved and character-filled neighborhoods, you'll enjoy all the charm of a historic community while being less than a mile from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and less than ½ mile from the Cajundome. Restaurants, shopping, local favorites, and the vibrant culture of Lafayette are all just minutes away. From the moment you walk in, you'll notice the warmth, character, and timeless appeal that make this property truly special. If you've been searching for a home with history, charm, personality, and an address in the coveted St. Streets, 714 Souvenir Gate is ready to become part of your story. Schedule your showing today and come see why ordinary homes just can't compete with a house that may have been around since before the Civil War!
For sale
Price cut: $2.5K (6/30)
$235,000
714 Souvenir Gate, Lafayette, LA 70506
2beds
1,480sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1860
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Versatile loft spaceNew roof
- 37 days |
- 320 |
- 15 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Karen Cuellar,
Covington & Associates Real Estate, LLC 225-667-3711
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026009989
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Loft
Primary bedroom
- Features: None Specified
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 13 x 19
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 330
- Dimensions: 30 x 11
Heating
- Central, Gas Heat
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,049
- Total interior livable area: 1,480 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Park, Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 130
Details
- Parcel number: 6065833
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Atmos
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Rural Tract (no Subd)
Location
- Region: Lafayette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $159/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $151,340
- Annual tax amount: $1,592
- Price range: $235K - $235K
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $235,000-1.1%$159/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Price change | $237,500-1%$160/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $240,000+37.1%$162/sqft |
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| 6/21/2019 | Sold | -- |
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| 5/13/2019 | Pending sale | $175,000$118/sqft |
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| 4/15/2019 | Price change | $175,000-2.8%$118/sqft |
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| 3/18/2019 | Price change | $180,000-2.7%$122/sqft |
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| 1/28/2019 | Price change | $185,000-5.1%$125/sqft |
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| 11/20/2018 | Price change | $195,000-2%$132/sqft |
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| 10/29/2018 | Price change | $199,000-4%$134/sqft |
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| 10/15/2018 | Listed for sale | $207,200$140/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,592 +9.7% | $15,134 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $1,451 0% | $13,875 |
| 2022 | $1,452 -0.3% | $13,875 |
| 2021 | $1,457 +0.3% | $13,875 |
| 2020 | $1,452 +40.1% | $13,875 +34.4% |
| 2019 | $1,036 -1.7% | $10,326 |
| 2018 | $1,054 +150% | $10,326 |
| 2017 | $422 | $10,326 +20.2% |
| 2015 | $422 +71.7% | $8,590 |
| 2013 | $246 +166.6% | $8,590 |
| 2011 | $92 +0.2% | $8,590 |
| 2010 | $92 +47.7% | $8,590 +146.1% |
| 2008 | $62 +0.2% | $3,490 |
| 2006 | $62 | $3,490 |
| 2005 | $62 +39% | $3,490 |
| 2002 | $45 +11.8% | $3,490 |
| 2001 | $40 -10.5% | $3,490 |
| 2000 | $45 | $3,490 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 70506
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Myrtle Place Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Lafayette Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Lafayette High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Lafayette Parish
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- Louisiana
- Lafayette Parish
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- 714 Souvenir Gate





