$135,000
SOLD APR 30, 2025
Last list price

1620 California St Lake Charles, LA 70607

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,310 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$103 Per Sq Ft

205 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corner Lot
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Back and Front Yard
  • No HOA
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of April 2025

You must see this beautifully renovated 3 bedroom/ 1 bath cottage. Centrally located and less than 1 minute from I- 210, restaurants and shopping! The home boasts new roof, flooring, sheetrock, HVAC, windows, fixtures, custom faux blinds, interior and exterior paint, vinyl siding and privacy fence! Home is situated on a corner lot with covered parking and has a large backyard to enjoy in complete privacy. Located in floodzone X where flood insurance is typically not required. This home is a great for a home owner or investor; don't miss your opportunity. Schedule your showing today! All measurements are M/L.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $522

Year Built

  • 1961

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 71x126
  • Corner Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Ceiling Fan
  • City Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Golden Meadow 2 17108 Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$522

Year Built

1961

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, City Lot, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot, Yard
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.2
  • Lot Size: 71x126
  • Has HOA?: No
  • Co List Office Phone: 337-433-1171
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Subdivision Name: Golden Meadow 2 17108
  • Directions: Head west on Prien Lake Rd. Turn left on Texas St , then right onto California St. House is on the left.
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Has Fireplace?: No
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Structure Type: House
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1961

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: None

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront?: No

Garage/Parking

  • Has Open Parking?: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8712.0
  • Additional Parcels: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2024
Closed on
Apr 30, 2025
Sold by
Williams Latricia A
Bought by
Herrera Donan Rafael and Herrera Patricia Vargas
List Price
$135,000
Views
67
Current Estimated Value
$108,811

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.31%
Original Mortgage
$113,490
Outstanding Balance
$113,090
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$4,279

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2022
Closed on
May 13, 2022
Sold by
Edward Portie Chad and Edward Daniel
Bought by
Williams Latricia A and Williams Kelvin
Buyer's Agent
RASHONDA SHILLOW
Keller Williams Realty Lake Ch
List Price
$53,600

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
43.53%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2012
Sold by
Portie Chad Edward
Bought by
Leblanc Angel Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2009
Sold by
Chv Investments Llc
Bought by
Portie Chad Edward

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$73,000
Interest Rate
9%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2005
Sold by
Citifinancial Mortgage Co Inc
Bought by
Chv Investments Llc
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $117,000 Lake Area Title
Deed $117,000 Lake Area Title
Deed $40,000 None Listed On Document
Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes -- None Available
Vendors Lien $78,000 None Available
Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes $39,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $113,490 New Conventional
Closed $113,490 New Conventional
Previous Owner $73,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Sold -- -- --
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2024 08/27/24 For Sale $135,000 +151.9% $103 / Sq Ft
05/13/2022 05/13/22 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
05/04/2022 05/04/22 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2022 04/18/22 For Sale $53,600 -- $41 / 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 $522 $5,380 $1,320 $4,060
2023 $522 $5,380 $1,320 $4,060
2022 $541 $5,380 $1,320 $4,060
2021 $473 $5,380 $1,320 $4,060
2020 $505 $4,920 $1,270 $3,650
2019 $432 $4,120 $1,220 $2,900
2018 $63 $4,120 $1,220 $2,900
2017 $435 $4,120 $1,220 $2,900
2016 $432 $4,120 $1,220 $2,900
2015 $432 $4,120 $1,220 $2,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    RASHONDA SHILLOW

    Keller Williams Realty Lake Ch

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Map

Source: Southwest Louisiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: SWL24005187

APN: 00314366

Louisiana Calcasieu Parish Lake Charles 70607

1620 California St, Lake Charles, LA

This home is located at 1620 California St, Lake Charles, LA 70607 and is currently estimated at $135,000, approximately $103 per square foot. This property was built in 1961. 1620 California St is a home located in Calcasieu Parish with nearby schools including Brentwood Elementary School, Oak Park Middle School, and LaGrange High School.

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