NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1505 Merrie Ln Lake Charles, LA 70601

Estimated Value: $329,000 - $411,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,773 Sq Ft
$132/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 22, 2024

Current estimated payment $2,081/month

353 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • High Ceiling
  • Granite Countertops
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Pool View
  • No HOA

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.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,886

Year Built

  • 1939

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 110x146
  • North Facing Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped with Trees

Property Views

  • Pool
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wired For Sound
  • Crown Molding
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • French Doors
  • Panel Doors

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • Garage
  • Private Parking
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Circular Driveway
  • Open Parking

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Gunite Spa
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Wood Patio
  • Shed
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Barbe Elementary School
  • Sjwelsh Middle School
  • Washington-Marion High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • City Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Riverside Subdivision

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
  • Reso Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Trees, Yard
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.37
  • Lot Size: 110x146
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • SpaFeatures: Gunite, Heated, In Ground
  • View: Neighborhood, Pool
  • Has View?: Yes
  • Has HOA?: No
  • Co List Office Phone: 337-474-2185
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • 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.
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Structure Type: House
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1939

Interior Features

  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Water Heater
  • Door Features: French Doors, Panel Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower, Wired for Sound
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Fenced, Gunite, In Ground, Private
  • Has Private Pool?: Yes
  • Waterfront?: No
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Type: Cedar
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Concrete, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Wood
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Has Open Parking?: Yes
  • 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: Central, Fireplace(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
  • 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
List Price
$474,500
Views
458
Current Estimated Value
$365,013

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.77%
Original Mortgage
$355,775
Outstanding Balance
$350,459
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$14,554

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

Mortgage History

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

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
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 -- -- -- View Prior Sale
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

Map

Source: Southwest Louisiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: SWL23002863

APN: 00422819