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.
For sale
Price cut: $15K (8/31)
$310,000
824 Ford St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3beds
2,023sqft
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
- 266 days
- 102
- 11
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Price change | $310,000-4.6%$153/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $325,000$161/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Listing removed | $325,000$161/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $325,000-18.8%$161/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Price change | $400,000-5.9%$198/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $425,000$210/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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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