NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1505 Merrie Ln Lake Charles, LA 70601

Estimated Value: $348,532 - $405,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,773 Sq Ft
$136/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 22, 2024

Current estimated payment $2,150/month

353 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2024

Charming Acadian cottage tucked at the end of a short dead-end street just off Shell Beach Drive with only three homes on the street. Laden with charm and warmth accented with wood and brick floors throughout the living areas. Two living areas both with wood burning fireplaces separated by a dining room with a wall of bookshelves. A wall of lovely windows across the back allowing the serene fenced in yard and new inground pool. Kitchen features white painted cabinetry, new stainless appliances and granite countertops. Primary bedroom with a newly remodeled bath and powder bath both downstairs. There are two additional bedrooms both with an ensuite and private staircase allowing everyone their own private space. Two car garage and nicely landscaped. Home warranty being offered by seller.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Larry Turner

CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin License #4569 Listed on: 05/05/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Kecisa Thibodeaux

Compass-LC License #995689122

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,886

Year Built

1939

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size: 110x146
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 32
  • Co List Office Phone: 337-474-2185
  • Subdivision Name: Riverside
  • Directions: From Lake Street and Shell Beach Drive, go West on Shell Beach Drive, turn left on Riverside Drive, turn left on Merrie Lane.
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Structure Type: House
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1939

Interior Features

  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: French Doors, Panel Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Type: Cedar
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Concrete, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Wood
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Private

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage
  • Green Building Features: Appliances
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Barbe
  • High School: Washington-Marion
  • Middle Or Junior School: SJWelsh

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16117.2
  • Land Lease Expiration Date: 2024-05-31
  • Additional Parcels: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 5, 2023
Closed on
May 22, 2024
Sold by
Knight Brian Keith and Bryan Wise Rodney
Bought by
Smith Samuel Hunter and Smith Savannah Walker
Seller's Agent
Larry Turner
CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin
Buyer's Agent
Kecisa Thibodeaux
Compass-LC
List Price
$474,500
Views
458
Current Estimated Value
$375,883

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.27%
Original Mortgage
$355,775
Outstanding Balance
$351,435
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$24,448

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2021
Closed on
Sep 10, 2021
Sold by
Dampf Holmes Morgia Elise and Howard Dampf Benjamin
Bought by
Knight Brian Keith and Wise Rodney
Seller's Agent
Larry Turner
CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin
Buyer's Agent
Larry Turner
CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin
List Price
$275,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.88%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2021
Closed on
Aug 7, 2021
Sold by
Holmes Morgia Elise Dampf and Dampf Benjamin Howard
Bought by
Knight Brian Keith and Wise Rodney
Seller's Agent
Larry Turner
CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin
Buyer's Agent
Larry Turner
CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin
List Price
$275,000
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smith Samuel Hunter $374,500 Armor Title
Knight Brian Keith $270,000 None Listed On Document
Knight Brian Keith $270,000 None Listed On Document
Knight Brian Keith $270,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith Samuel Hunter $355,775
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/22/2024 05/22/24 Sold -- -- --
04/22/2024 04/22/24 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2023 05/05/23 For Sale $474,500 +72.5% $171 / Sq Ft
09/10/2021 09/10/21 Sold -- -- --
09/10/2021 09/10/21 Pending -- -- --
09/10/2021 09/10/21 For Sale $275,000 -- $99 / 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 $1,886 $26,000 $4,320 $21,680
2023 $1,886 $26,000 $4,320 $21,680
2022 $2,513 $26,000 $4,320 $21,680
2021 $2,175 $26,000 $4,320 $21,680
2020 $2,280 $23,660 $4,150 $19,510
2019 $2,478 $25,680 $4,000 $21,680
2018 $1,873 $25,680 $4,000 $21,680
2017 $2,501 $25,680 $4,000 $21,680
2016 $2,527 $25,680 $4,000 $21,680
2015 $2,527 $25,680 $4,000 $21,680
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Larry Turner

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Larry Turner

    CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin

    (337) 540-1916

    322 Total Sales

    Larry Turner
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    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Kecisa Thibodeaux

    Compass-LC

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Map

Source: Southwest Louisiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: SWL23002863

APN: 00422819

Louisiana Calcasieu Parish Lake Charles 70601

1505 Merrie Ln, Lake Charles, LA

This home is located at 1505 Merrie Ln, Lake Charles, LA 70601 since 05 May 2023 and is currently estimated at $375,883, approximately $135 per square foot. This property was built in 1939. 1505 Merrie Ln is a home located in Calcasieu Parish with nearby schools including Barbe Elementary School, Ray D. Molo Middle School, and Washington-Marion Magnet High School.

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