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  • Price cut: $15K (8/31)
    $310,000

    824 Ford St, Lake Charles, LA 70601

    3beds
    2,023sqft
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    $2,009/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1930
    0.26 Acres Lot
    $165,000 Zestimate®
    $153/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Original hardwood flooringTimeless details throughout
    Welcome to the charm and character of the Charpentier Historic District in Downtown Lake Charles! This beautifully preserved 1930s home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with 9-foot ceilings, original hardwood flooring, and timeless details throughout. Thoughtful updates and restorations complement the home's historic character while maintaining the features that make it truly special. Adding to the property's versatility is a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage (570 SqFt.) tucked away at the rear of the property—perfect for a mother-in-law suite, guest house, private home office, or additional living space. An attached 1-bedroom, 1-bath garage apartment (461 SqFt.) provides even more flexibility and potential. Located in Flood Zone X and just minutes from the restaurants, entertainment, and amenities of Downtown Lake Charles, this unique property offers historic charm with space to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. Schedule your private showing and come experience all that 824 Ford Street has to offer! ALL MEASUREMENTS ARE MORE/LESS.
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    Listed by:

    Cassandra Groves 337-489-6608,

    Bricks & Mortar- Real Estate 337-564-6345

    Source: SWLAR,MLS#: SWL25102534

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: See Remarks
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,023 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Fencing: None
      Lot
      • Size: 0.26 Acres
      • Dimensions: 56 x 200
      • Features: Regular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 00612987
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Condition
      • Year built: 1930

      Utilities & green energy

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

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Lake Charles

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $153/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $144,700
      • Annual tax amount: $1,724
      • Date on market: 12/12/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 231 days
      • Inclusions: Refrigerator (3), Range/Oven (3)
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $165,000

        $132,000 - $196,000

        $2,013/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/31/2026Price change$310,000-4.6%$153/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25102534 Report a problem
        7/6/2026Listed for sale$325,000$161/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25102534 Report a problem
        6/1/2026Listing removed$325,000$161/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25102534 Report a problem
        5/12/2026Price change$325,000-18.8%$161/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25102534 Report a problem
        3/3/2026Price change$400,000-5.9%$198/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25102534 Report a problem
        12/12/2025Listed for sale$425,000$210/sqft
        Source: SWLAR #SWL25102534 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,724 +4.5%$14,470
        2024$1,651 -1.3%$14,470
        2023$1,672 +0.4%$14,470
        2022$1,665 +75.9%$14,470 +91.9%
        2021$947 -44.3%$7,540 -42.6%
        2020$1,700 -11.8%$13,140 -8.3%
        2019$1,927 $14,330
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 70601

        Getting around

        74 / 100
        Very Walkable
        60 / 100
        Bikeable

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