Charming and budget-friendly cottage in the heart of Westlake! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 1,175 living square feet and sits on 2 lots with approximately .35 acre. With an inviting open-concept layout, the spacious living area flows seamlessly into the kitchen, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. A large utility/laundry room is conveniently located at the rear of the home for added storage and functionality. Recent updates include new flooring, fresh paint, select new fixtures, and plumbing improvements, making this home move-in ready while still offering room to add your personal touch. The roof was replaced by the previous owner following the 2020 storms. Would also be an excellent rental investment! Located in Flood Zone X. Don’t miss this opportunity — schedule your showing today! All measurements are more or less.
Pending
$124,900
918 Shafer St, Westlake, LA 70669
3beds
1,175sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$852/mo
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1961
0.35 Acres Lot
$119,200 Zestimate®
$106/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting open-concept layoutFresh paintPlumbing improvementsSelect new fixtures
- 149 days |
- 10 |
- 0 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark Fontenot 337-476-4370,
NextHome New Phase Realty 337-476-4370
Source: SWLAR,MLS#: SWL26000869
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,175 sqft
Property
Features
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 150
- Features: Regular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 00703192
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: City of Westlake
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Phone Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: CHARLES JONES SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Westlake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $106/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $46,200
- Annual tax amount: $576
- Date on market: 2/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 137 days
- Inclusions: All appliances on site
- Exclusions: n/a
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$119,200
$113,000 - $125,000
$1,195/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/29/2026 | Pending sale | $124,900$106/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Price change | $124,900-3.8%$106/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $129,900$111/sqft |
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| 3/15/2026 | Pending sale | $129,900$111/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $129,900+13%$111/sqft |
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| 2/25/2022 | Sold | -- |
Source: SWLAR #SWL21011418 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2022 | Pending sale | $115,000$98/sqft |
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| 1/2/2022 | Price change | $115,000-4.2%$98/sqft |
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| 12/17/2021 | Listed for sale | $120,000+46.3%$102/sqft |
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| 8/1/2016 | Sold | -- |
Source: SWLAR #137351 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2016 | Pending sale | $82,000$70/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Lake Charles, LA #137351 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2016 | Price change | $82,000-13.7%$70/sqft |
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| 4/30/2016 | Listed for sale | $95,000$81/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Lake Charles, LA #137351 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2005 | Sold | -- |
Source: SWLAR #93638 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $576 +3.2% | $4,620 |
| 2024 | $558 -1.7% | $4,620 |
| 2023 | $568 -0.3% | $4,620 |
| 2022 | $570 +2.3% | $4,620 |
| 2021 | $557 +6.2% | $4,620 +6.5% |
| 2020 | $524 +32.4% | $4,340 +39.1% |
| 2019 | $396 +420.3% | $3,120 |
| 2018 | $76 | $3,120 |
| 2017 | $76 -7.6% | $3,120 |
| 2016 | $82 -74.9% | $3,120 |
| 2015 | $328 | $3,120 |
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Neighborhood: 70669
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAWestwood Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10S. P. Arnett Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Westlake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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