
12920 La Hwy 697 Kaplan, LA 70548
Estimated payment $5,066/month
Highlights
- Horses Allowed On Property
- In Ground Pool
- Deck
- Meaux Elementary School Rated A-
- RV Garage
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
This exceptional family home is set on 11.242 acres, providing ample space for privacy and tranquility, yet is conveniently located just off Highway 697 with a scenic long driveway. The house boasts 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The large living room and dining room are perfect for family gatherings, while the two separate living rooms, both featuring fireplaces, offer cozy, intimate spaces. The home also includes a massive bonus room on the second level, ideal for recreation or additional living space.Over the past two years, the current owners have invested significantly in transforming this property into an exceptional private retreat. Notable upgrades include a massive barndominium-style insulated shop, a stunning heated swimming pool and hot tub complete with lighting fountains, an insulated back patio cover with ceiling fans, and a premium outdoor sound system--perfect for entertaining year-round. The beautifully designed custom fishing pond features its own dedicated water well, an automatic water level regulator, and pier-style decking for the ultimate outdoor experience. Additional enhancements include high-quality cattle fencing and numerous other thoughtful improvements throughout the property.The barndominium-style shop, measuring 42x60 feet, has been constructed, with a 40x30-foot overhang for added convenience. There's also a 1.5-acre pond, stocked with fish and complete with a charming wharf-style pier and overhang, offering the perfect spot to relax and feed the local ducks and geese.For those interested in farming or animal care, the property includes a chicken coop, goat structure, and cattle fencing. Additionally, the home is not located in a flood zone and has never experienced flooding. This is a rare opportunity to own a complete, versatile, and beautiful property in a peaceful setting, perfect for both relaxation and entertainment.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,035
Year Built
- Built in 2015
Lot Details
- 11.24 Acre Lot
- Property fronts a highway
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Poultry Coop
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Chain Link Fence
- Level Lot
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- HardiePlank Type
Interior Spaces
- 3,849 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- 2 Fireplaces
- Double Pane Windows
- Washer
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Separate Shower
Parking
- Garage
- RV Garage
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Shed
Schools
- Meaux Elementary School
- North Vermilion Middle School
- North Vermilion High School
Horse Facilities and Amenities
- Horses Allowed On Property
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Propane
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $4,035 | $53,150 | $1,815 | $51,335 |
2023 | $3,373 | $44,372 | $1,472 | $42,900 |
2022 | $4,056 | $44,372 | $1,472 | $42,900 |
2021 | $4,041 | $44,213 | $1,313 | $42,900 |
2020 | $4,038 | $44,213 | $1,313 | $42,900 |
2019 | $3,651 | $40,196 | $1,196 | $39,000 |
2018 | $3,671 | $40,196 | $1,196 | $39,000 |
2017 | $3,658 | $40,196 | $1,196 | $39,000 |
2016 | $3,658 | $40,196 | $1,196 | $39,000 |
2015 | $10 | $110 | $110 | $0 |
2013 | $24 | $260 | $260 | $0 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/26/2025 07/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
02/13/2025 02/13/25 | Price Changed | $875,000 | 0.0% | $227 / Sq Ft |
02/13/2025 02/13/25 | For Sale | $875,000 | -- | $227 / Sq Ft |
02/05/2025 02/05/25 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Closed | $330,600 | Construction |
About the Listing Agent

Passion. Honesty. And a dose of silly. That is what makes Charles Ditch the perfect real estate agent. Both a graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and a 14-year Veteran of the United States Army, Charles relies on his sharp strategic thinking, organization, and fun personality to find members of the Lafayette community their perfect home. He enjoys a challenge and appreciates the teamwork necessary between a realtor and client that ultimately leads to finding the client’s dream
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