$200,000
SOLD JUN 24, 2025
Last list price

1609 W University Ave Lafayette, LA 70506

West End Neighborhood
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,400 Sq Ft
3,125 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$143 Per Sq Ft

171 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Art Deco Architecture
  • High Ceiling
  • Lafayette High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of June 2025

MOTIVATED SELLER!! Discover Modern Living in a Quiet, Convenient Lafayette Location!Experience the perfect blend of style, comfort, and efficiency in this modern 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom patio home, ideally located just minutes from the University of Louisiana, the Saint Streets, and downtown Lafayette. Despite its central location, the home is peacefully tucked away with minimal street noise, offering a tranquil escape in the heart of the city.Two assigned off-street parking spaces ensure you always have convenient and secure parking, with additional guest parking behind or parallel to University. Inside, sleek and durable cement floors flow throughout the main level, complementing modern finishes. The chef's kitchen includes granite countertops, a gas stove, island sink, and stylish tiled backsplash, framed by natural wood cabinetry with plenty of storage.The spacious dining area is ideal for entertaining, and a guest-friendly half-bath is conveniently located downstairs. Upstairs, you'll find two large bedrooms--each easily accommodating a queen sized bed and additional furniture --along with ample closet space and private ensuite bathrooms featuring separate shower and soaking tub. A unique catwalk connects the bedrooms and leads to a charming front balcony, plus a versatile bonus area perfect for a home office, reading nook, or play space. Bamboo floors and abundant natural light add warmth and character.Outside, a fully fenced backyard provides a private outdoor retreat with an extended cement and tiled patio, a storage shed, and an expandable awning for shaded relaxation. This well-maintained, one-owner home is a showcase of ENERGY EFFICIENCY, built to LEED Silver standards and equipped with spray foam insulation, 16.5 SEER mini-split systems, high-efficiency windows, a tankless water heater, and seller-installed solar panels for reduced energy costs. No history of flooding completes this solid, worry-free package.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Arla Slaughter

Compass License #99564871 Listed on: 12/11/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Lauren Meche

RE/MAX Acadiana License #0995684326

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,257

Year Built

  • Built in 2011

Lot Details

  • 3,125 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 25 x 125
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Art Deco Architecture
  • Garden Home
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 1,400 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Concrete

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Parking

  • Open Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Open Patio

Schools

  • S.J. Montgomery Elementary School
  • Lafayette Middle School
  • Lafayette High School

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • Souvenir Hgts Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,257

Year Built

Built in 2011

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Garden/Patio
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0717
  • Lot Size: 25 x 125
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Souvenir Hgts
  • Directions: North on University. 2 blocks past Congress on your Left.
  • Architectural Style: Art Deco, Other
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Green Power: Solar
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2011
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Gas Stove Con
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Stained/Scored Concrete, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Granite Counters
  • Living Area: 1400

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full, Privacy, Wood
  • Lot Features: 0 to 0.5 Acres, Level
  • Pool Private: No
  • Exclusions: Other - See Remarks
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: HardiPlank Type, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open
  • Property Condition: 11 - 15 Years
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Open

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Elec: City
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Gas Company: Gas: Atmos

Schools

  • Elementary School: S.J. Montgomery
  • Junior High Dist: Lafayette Parish
  • High School: Lafayette
  • Middle Or Junior School: Lafayette

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3125

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 11, 2024
Closed on
Jun 24, 2025
Sold by
Young William James
Bought by
Barton Chloe Eva
Seller's Agent
Arla Slaughter
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Meche
RE/MAX Acadiana
List Price
$230,000
Views
102
Current Estimated Value
$191,796

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.84%
Original Mortgage
$184,300
Outstanding Balance
$183,822
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$7,974
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $190,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $184,300 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Sold -- -- --
05/31/2025 05/31/25 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2025 05/04/25 Price Changed $200,000 -8.7% $143 / Sq Ft
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Price Changed $219,000 -4.8% $156 / Sq Ft
12/11/2024 12/11/24 For Sale $230,000 -- $164 / Sq Ft
Source: REALTOR® Association of Acadiana

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 $1,257 $18,124 $1,000 $17,124
2023 $1,257 $17,237 $1,000 $16,237
2022 $1,804 $17,237 $1,000 $16,237
2021 $1,810 $17,237 $1,000 $16,237
2020 $1,804 $17,237 $1,000 $16,237
2019 $803 $17,237 $1,000 $16,237
2018 $1,127 $17,237 $1,000 $16,237
2017 $1,126 $17,237 $1,000 $16,237
2015 $1,126 $17,237 $1,000 $16,237
2013 -- $17,237 $1,000 $16,237
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: REALTOR® Association of Acadiana

MLS Number: 24011154

REALTOR® Association of Acadiana

APN: 6146583