$445,000
SOLD OCT 17, 2024
Last list price

1426 Watkins St Lake Charles, LA 70601

4 Beds
5 Baths
4,093 Sq Ft
0.44 Acres

Recently Sold

$109 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Spanish Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Lawn
  • Neighborhood Views
  • 5-minute walk to Lake Charles Neighborhood Park & Playground

About This Home

As of October 2024

This beautiful mid-century Spanish gem, located just feet away from the exclusive Shell Beach Dr, is calling your name. Get ready to be blown away by the stunning views of your new neighborhood, framed perfectly by the vintage leaded glass windows scattered throughout this 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom haven. As you enter, you'll be greeted by an expansive family room with builtins and fireplace, ideal for cozy nights in or entertaining. And don't forget about the formal living and dining areas, the kitchen comes complete with an eat-in breakfast room and a wet bar that comes fully equipped with appliances. Retreat to your massive master suite, complete with a walk-in closet and built-ins that will make organization a breeze. The additional bedrooms are spacious and come with plenty of storage and built-ins, ensuring there's a place for everything and everyone. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms, one being a junior suite with private bathroom and balcony access.
Need extra space? Discover the upstairs landing area and an office space / library with floor-to-ceiling built-ins, there's also a large cedar closet, a sewing room/pantry, and additional storage areas off the 2-car garage. Office space could easily become a 5th bedroom or nursery just up from the master suite. Home has new metal roof, new a/c system, updated plumbing, new paint inside and out. All measurements are more or less
Step outside to a large fenced backyard, just waiting for your personal touch. The covered area and New Orleans style vintage wrought iron gates are the perfect backdrop for outdoor living and entertaining on the nearly 1/2 acre lot. With the added bonus of a spacious upstairs balcony accessible from the landing/bonus area and fourth bedroom, you'll experience breathtaking views of those lake front sunsets and firework shows!! Don't miss the opportunity to make this dream home yours! Home warranty currently in place and will transfer to new owners.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Summer Richard-Boudreaux

Castle Real Estate License #995699997 Listed on: 10/16/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Lash Stevens

Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice License #7956

Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,715

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 108x179
  • Wood Fence
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Lawn

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,093 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00587885

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lake Shore Subdivision

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,715

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Total System: 4093.00
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Registered: No
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pantry, Shower, Wet Bar
  • Square Footage: 4093.00
  • Lot Size Area: 0.4400
  • MainLevelBathrooms: 3
  • MainLevelBedrooms: 1
  • Patio: Yes
  • Price Per Square Foot: 108.72
  • Spa Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Fence: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Lot Features: Lawn, Regular Lot
  • New Construction: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Covered, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Spa: No
  • Structure: House
  • View Description: Neighborhood

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 00587885
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4400
  • Lot Dimensions: 108x179
  • Lot Size Searchable: 19166.40
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 19166.40
  • View YN: Yes

Building Info

  • Laundry: Yes

Tax Info

  • TaxLegalDescription: @061008-1053-5 0009 0000 @061008-1053-5 0010 0000 LOTS 9,10 BLK 5 LAKESHORE SUB REF1-FRANCIS E MIRE B 2364 P 153, B 2378 P 239-92 REF2-MYRZA MIRE B 2394 P 493-93 REF3-CECIL R BROWN ET UX B 2479 P 499-94 REF4-STELLA MARIE BURRIS BROWN ET AL B 2544 P 794-95

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2024
Closed on
Oct 16, 2024
Sold by
Beer Michael Gerard and Beer Terri Lynn
Bought by
Wood Frank Allan and Wood Savannah Marie
Seller's Agent
Summer Richard-Boudreaux
Castle Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Lash Stevens
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice
List Price
$455,000
Views
2
Current Estimated Value
$454,187

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.65%
Original Mortgage
$400,500
Outstanding Balance
$397,961
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$56,226

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2022
Closed on
Jul 5, 2022
Sold by
Burris Brown Stella Marie
Bought by
Beer Michael Gerard and Cloyd Terri Lynn
Seller's Agent
Tim Castle
Castle Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Summer Richard-Boudreaux
Castle Real Estate
List Price
$450,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.25%
Original Mortgage
$435,100
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $445,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $458,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $400,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $435,100 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/17/2024 10/17/24 Sold -- -- --
10/16/2024 10/16/24 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2024 10/16/24 Price Changed $445,000 -2.2% $109 / Sq Ft
10/16/2024 10/16/24 For Sale $455,000 +1.1% $111 / Sq Ft
07/06/2022 07/06/22 Sold -- -- --
06/01/2022 06/01/22 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2022 06/01/22 For Sale $450,000 -- $113 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Southern MLS

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 $3,715 $39,080 $6,480 $32,600
2023 $3,715 $39,080 $6,480 $32,600
2022 $998 $15,190 $2,380 $12,810
2021 $849 $15,190 $2,380 $12,810
2020 $1,787 $13,810 $2,280 $11,530
2019 $2,043 $15,190 $2,380 $12,810
2018 $1,059 $15,190 $2,380 $12,810
2017 $1,725 $15,190 $2,380 $12,810
2016 $1,717 $15,190 $2,380 $12,810
2015 $1,717 $15,190 $2,380 $12,810
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Southern MLS

MLS Number: SWL24006115

Greater Southern MLS

APN: 00587885