$329,900
SOLD MAR 23, 2012
Last list price

1428 Watkins St Lake Charles, LA 70601

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,475 Sq Ft
0.41 Acres

Recently Sold

$95 Per Sq Ft

138 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Spa Bath
  • Wood Flooring
  • Wet Bar
  • Wood patio

About This Home

As of September 2023

BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC CAPE COD HOME FULLY UPDATED WITH BEAUTIFUL HARDWOODS, NEW CROWN MOLDING, WONDERFUL SPA BATH, & HUGE GAMEROOM. A WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE & RELAXING PORCHES MAKE THIS A WARM & COMFORTABLE RESIDENCE. THE 2 STORY GARAGE & WORKSHOP HAS A SEPARATE CENTRAL AIR/HEAT SYSTEM & FEATURES A HUGE UPSTAIRS GAMEROOM(NOT INCLUDED IN LIVING SQFT) THIS LOVELY HOME HAS NEVER FLOODED AND IS LOCATED ON THE HIGHEST POINT IN THE LAKE SHORE SUBDIVISION. THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME IS A MUST SEE! IT WILL NOT LAST LONG ON THE MARKET! SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barry Whitten

Latter & Blum Compass-LC License #995682160 Listed on: 10/13/2011

Latter & Blum Compass-LC

Last Buyer's Agent

Barry Whitten

Latter & Blum Compass-LC License #995682160 Listed on: 10/13/2011

Latter & Blum Compass-LC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,695

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Fenced

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Raised Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,475 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Spa Bath

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Detached Carport Space

Outdoor Features

  • Wood patio

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lakeshore Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 11&12

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,695

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Registered: No
  • Age Description: Additional Years
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Count: 10
  • Appliances: Disposal, Microwave, Oven and Range, Refrigerator
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Square Footage: 4340.00
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Square Footage: 3475.00
  • Price Per Square Foot: 90.94
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Fence: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Patio And Porch Features: Wood
  • Pool Features: None
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Electricity Provided By: Entergy
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4100
  • Lot Size Searchable: 17859.60
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17859.60

Tax Info

  • TaxLegalDescription: Lot 11 & 12 Blk 5 Lake Shore Sub
  • Tax Lot: 11&12

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2023
Closed on
Sep 29, 2023
Sold by
Devall Kenneth James & Monica Jeanine Pa
Bought by
Mancil Samuel Kullen and Monlezun Suzanne Louise
Seller's Agent
Greg Wise
Latter & Blum Compass-LC
Buyer's Agent
Phyllis Loftin
Latter & Blum Compass-LC
List Price
$419,000
Views
113
Current Estimated Value
$406,341

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.64%
Original Mortgage
$386,147
Outstanding Balance
$379,217
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$27,124

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2020
Closed on
Feb 1, 2021
Sold by
Townsley Rex Douglas and Townsley Tommie Gayle
Bought by
Devall Kenneth James and Devall Monica Jeanine
Seller's Agent
Greg Wise
Latter & Blum Compass-LC
Buyer's Agent
Greg Wise
Latter & Blum Compass-LC
List Price
$475,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.97%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2011
Closed on
Mar 23, 2012
Sold by
Webb Boyd Susan Lorraine
Bought by
Laborde Townsley Rex Douglas and Laborde Townsley Tommie Gayle
Seller's Agent
Barry Whitten
Latter & Blum Compass-LC
Buyer's Agent
Barry Whitten
Latter & Blum Compass-LC
List Price
$329,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.53%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2006
Sold by
Lander Cloviece Charles and Lander Marilyn Iris
Bought by
Boyd William Blake and Boyd Susan Lorraine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$247,500
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $419,000 Armor Title
Cash Sale Deed $430,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $316,000 None Available
Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $386,147 New Conventional
Previous Owner $247,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $108,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/29/2023 09/29/23 Sold -- -- --
08/24/2023 08/24/23 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2023 08/21/23 For Sale $419,000 -8.7% $166 / Sq Ft
02/01/2021 02/01/21 Sold -- -- --
12/17/2020 12/17/20 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2020 11/16/20 Price Changed $459,000 -3.4% $182 / Sq Ft
09/18/2020 09/18/20 For Sale $475,000 0.0% $188 / Sq Ft
08/17/2020 08/17/20 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2020 06/18/20 For Sale $475,000 +44.0% $188 / Sq Ft
03/23/2012 03/23/12 Sold -- -- --
02/28/2012 02/28/12 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2011 10/13/11 For Sale $329,900 -- $95 / 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 $2,695 $30,140 $6,480 $23,660
2023 $2,695 $30,140 $6,480 $23,660
2022 $3,468 $30,140 $6,480 $23,660
2021 $3,328 $30,140 $6,480 $23,660
2020 $3,559 $27,510 $6,220 $21,290
2019 $3,989 $29,660 $6,000 $23,660
2018 $2,835 $29,660 $6,000 $23,660
2017 $3,369 $29,660 $6,000 $23,660
2016 $3,379 $29,660 $6,000 $23,660
2015 $3,352 $29,660 $6,000 $23,660
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Southern MLS

MLS Number: 118900

Greater Southern MLS

APN: 00596140