$170,000
SOLD JUL 29, 2025
Last list price

1226 7th St Lake Charles, LA 70601

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,446 Sq Ft
0.34 Acres

Recently Sold

$118 Per Sq Ft

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No Units Above
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • No HOA
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to this cottage nestled in the charming Garden District of Lake Charles. Situated on a quiet street with wide lanes and a classic Southern character, this home seamlessly blends timeless charm with everyday comfort. Inside, you'll find spacious bedrooms and an open-concept living and dining area, as well as original hardwood floors. This home is filled with natural light from expansive front windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A cozy fireplace adds the perfect touch of comfort. Step out back to a large, fully fenced backyard--ideal for outdoor entertaining, pets, or simply relaxing in your own private green space. Additional features include a detached one-car garage with an attached storage room, a dedicated laundry room with washer and dryer hook-ups, and a pantry for extra storage. This home is a peaceful retreat in one of Lake Charles' most beloved neighborhoods.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $101

Year Built

  • 1951

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • No Common Walls
  • No Units Located Below
  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Bathtub with Shower
  • 1-Story Property
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Washer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave

Parking

  • Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Pearl Watson Elementary School
  • Molo Middle School
  • Washington-Marion High School

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • City Lot
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Watkins Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 8

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$101

Year Built

1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Reso Fencing: Fenced, Privacy, Wood
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.34
  • Lot Size: 75x194x79x194 m/l
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Is Senior Community?: No
  • SpaFeatures: None
  • Has View?: No
  • Has HOA?: No
  • Co List Office Phone: 855-450-0442
  • Co List Office Phone: 337-735-9300
  • Inclusions: Microwave, Range/oven
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Subdivision Name: Watkins Add
  • Directions: Head N toward Ryan St. Turn L onto Kirby St. Turn R onto Kirkman St. Turn L onto 7th St. Home will be on the R.
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Structure Type: House
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1951

Interior Features

  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry, Tub Shower
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Has Private Pool?: No
  • Waterfront?: No
  • Common Walls: No One Above, No One Below, No Common Walls
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Fence
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Wood
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Has Open Parking?: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Inside
  • Green Building Features: Appliances
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Pearl Watson
  • High School: Washington-Marion
  • Middle Or Junior School: Molo

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 0.34
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 21, 2025
Closed on
Jul 28, 2025
Sold by
Mcgray Amy Elizabeth
Bought by
Broussard Emma Elizabeth
List Price
$170,000
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
$138,802

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.71%
Original Mortgage
$137,740
Outstanding Balance
$137,623
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,179

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 17, 2017
Closed on
Mar 10, 2017
Sold by
Elizabeth Ann Isbell
Bought by
Mcgray Amy
Buyer's Agent
Carly Brouillette
Keller Williams Realty Lake Ch
List Price
$139,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.17%
Original Mortgage
$137,464
Interest Rate
4.21%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $142,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $142,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $137,740 New Conventional
Closed $137,740 New Conventional
Previous Owner $137,464 No Value Available
Previous Owner -- No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Sold -- -- --
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Pending -- -- --
04/21/2025 04/21/25 For Sale $170,000 +21.9% $118 / Sq Ft
03/10/2017 03/10/17 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
01/21/2017 01/21/17 Pending -- -- --
01/17/2017 01/17/17 For Sale $139,500 -- $97 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwest Louisiana Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $101 $6,710 $1,710 $5,000
2023 $101 $6,710 $1,710 $5,000
2022 $101 $6,710 $1,710 $5,000
2021 $101 $6,710 $1,710 $5,000
2020 $794 $6,140 $1,640 $4,500
2019 $885 $6,580 $1,580 $5,000
2018 $100 $6,580 $1,580 $5,000
2017 $620 $5,460 $1,440 $4,020
2016 $617 $5,460 $1,440 $4,020
2015 $617 $5,460 $1,440 $4,020
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwest Louisiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: SWL25001586

APN: 00578894