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  • $279,000

    738 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA 70601

    4beds
    3,312sqft
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1905
    7,840 Square Feet Lot
    $271,700 Zestimate®
    $84/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Original pocket doorsCompletely fenced in yardImpressive classic columnsStainless steel appliancesGranite countertopsLarge balconyLarge front porch
    Beautifully restored 4 bedroom/ 3.5 bath home located in downtown Lake Charles. This home offers 2 Master Suites one on the first level and one on the second level. There are also 4 fireplaces, original pocket doors, spacious closets, and hardwood floors throughout. Check out the modern style kitchen which is stocked with Stainless Steel appliances and granite countertops. Outdoors is equally as enjoyable as the interior. There is a large front porch on the lower level and a large balcony on the second level both equipped with impressive classic columns; the backyard has a completely fenced in yard with a wooden privacy fence. Don't forget to view the 3rd floor that has potential to be made into another room of your choosing. All Measurements M/L. The owner is a real estate agent.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Tony Cornner 337-802-3493,

    Century 21 Bono Realty 337-478-1578

    Source: SWLAR,MLS#: SWL25100575

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 187 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17 x 10.5
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 306 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 18.25 x 17
      Bedroom
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 x 14
      Bedroom
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 240 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.5 x 15
      Primary bathroom
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 42 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7 x 5.75
      Primary bathroom
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 192 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 x 16
      Dining room
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 225 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.25 x 14.75
      Kitchen
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 195 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 x 12.5
      Laundry
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 108 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.5 x 9
      Living room
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 270 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 18 x 15
      Other
      • Description: Room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 x 15
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
      Features
      • Breakfast Counter / Bar, Eating Area In Dining Room
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 3,312 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Porch
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: Privacy,Wood,Fenced
      Lot
      • Size: 7,840 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 105 x 79
      • Features: Corner Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 00559636
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Turnkey
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1905

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Old Town Site
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Lake Charles

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $84/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $141,600
      • Annual tax amount: $1,687
      • Date on market: 8/13/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 682 days

        Estimated market value

        $271,700

        $258,000 - $285,000

        $3,020/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        3/13/2026Price change$279,000-3.5%$84/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25100575 Report a problem
        9/2/2025Listed for sale$289,000$87/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25100575 Report a problem
        8/25/2025Pending sale$289,000$87/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25100575 Report a problem
        8/13/2025Listed for sale$289,000$87/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25100575 Report a problem
        7/10/2025Listing removed$289,000$87/sqft
        Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL25000282 Report a problem
        2/10/2025Price change$289,000-3.5%$87/sqft
        Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL25000282 Report a problem
        1/15/2025Listed for sale$299,500-3.2%$90/sqft
        Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL25000282 Report a problem
        3/22/2024Listing removed--
        Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL23006018 Report a problem
        9/22/2023Listed for sale$309,500$93/sqft
        Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL23006018 Report a problem
        9/12/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL23001556 Report a problem
        7/7/2023Price change$309,500-6.2%$93/sqft
        Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL23001556 Report a problem
        3/14/2023Listed for sale$330,000-11.8%$100/sqft
        Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL23001556 Report a problem
        5/1/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Greater Southern MLS Report a problem
        8/7/2020Price change$374,000-6.3%$113/sqft
        Source: COLDWELL BANKER INGLE SAFARI #167950 Report a problem
        4/29/2020Listing removed$2,450$1/sqft
        Source: Ingle Safari Realty LLC Report a problem
        4/15/2020Listed for rent$2,450-5.8%$1/sqft
        Source: Ingle Safari Realty LLC Report a problem
        7/31/2019Price change$399,000-3.6%$120/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty #167950 Report a problem
        5/1/2019Price change$414,000-3.5%$125/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty #167950 Report a problem
        10/8/2018Listed for sale$429,000+56%$130/sqft
        Source: COLDWELL BANKER INGLE SAFARI #167950 Report a problem
        10/8/2018Listing removed$2,600$1/sqft
        Source: Ingle Safari Realty LLC Report a problem
        7/19/2018Price change$2,600-7.1%$1/sqft
        Source: Ingle Safari Realty LLC Report a problem
        6/27/2018Price change$2,800-3.4%$1/sqft
        Source: Ingle Safari Realty LLC Report a problem
        5/25/2018Listed for rent$2,900$1/sqft
        Source: Ingle Safari Realty LLC Report a problem
        11/3/2016Listing removed$275,000+15.1%$83/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams - Lake Charles, LA #138911 Report a problem
        10/4/2016Sold--
        Source: SWLAR #138911 Report a problem
        7/8/2014Sold--
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        1/27/2014Listing removed$238,900$72/sqft
        Source: Rhino Real Estate Report a problem
        4/14/2009Sold--
        Source: SWLAR #107937 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,687 +4.5%$14,160
        2024$1,615 -1.3%$14,160
        2023$1,637 +0.4%$14,160
        2022$1,629 +37.1%$14,160 +49.5%
        2021$1,189 -28.4%$9,470 -26.2%
        2020$1,660 -5.6%$12,830 -1.8%
        2019$1,758 $13,070
        2018$1,758 +9.5%$13,070
        2017$1,605 +8.1%$13,070
        2016$1,485 +0.5%$13,070
        2015$1,477 $13,070
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 70601

        Getting around

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        Very Walkable
        57 / 100
        Bikeable

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