$34,900
SOLD FEB 19, 2025
Last list price

1708 Kirkman St Lake Charles, LA 70601

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,316 Sq Ft
8,022 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$27 Per Sq Ft

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Patio
  • Rectangular Lot
  • No HOA
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

As of February 2025

Attention investors and renovators! This promising fixer-upper, nestled in the sought-after downtown area of Lake Charles, is a prime investment opportunity just waiting to be realized. Situated on a generously sized 191 ft deep lot zoned for neighborhood use, it’s perfectly located near the charm of the Garden District and the convenience of I-10. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this home presents a blank canvas for those looking to bring their architectural dreams to life. Whether you're aiming to flip the property or transform it into a profitable rental or office, the possibilities are endless. The structure already benefits from a new roof, and electricity is currently active. Offered as-is, this home invites you to remodel and renovate to your exact specifications without the hassle of dealing with previous owner repairs or removals. Please be aware, the seller will not conduct any repairs or clear items from the property. Don't let this opportunity slip through your fingers! This property is ideal for those ready to dive into a project in a highly desirable location. Act fast to make this fixer-upper your next success story. The seller is a licensed agent in the state of Louisiana.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robbie Ingle

Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty License #912122392 Listed on: 12/19/2024

Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Aimee Stawecki

Lakeside Properties License #19243

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $452

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 8,022 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 42 x 191
  • Rectangular Lot

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Repairs Needed
  • Raised Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,316 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Electric Range
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Pearl Watson Elementary School
  • Molo Middle School
  • Washington-Marion High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • No Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00595829

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Cormier Amelia Subdivision

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$452

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Total System: 1316.00
  • Levels: One
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Registered: No
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Count: 5
  • Appliances: Electric Range
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Square Footage: 1540.00
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Square Footage: 1316.00
  • Lot Size Area: 8022.0000
  • MainLevelBathrooms: 2
  • MainLevelBedrooms: 3
  • Patio: Yes
  • Price Per Square Foot: 21.81
  • Spa Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fence: No
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Unknown, Wood Siding
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Lot Features: Regular Lot
  • New Construction: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool: No
  • Property Condition: Repairs Major
  • Road Frontage: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Maintained, Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Structure: House

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Parking: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: None
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • HeatingYN: No
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Common Interest: None

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Pearl Watson
  • Middle School: Molo
  • High School: Washington-Marion
  • Elementary School: Pearl Watson
  • HighSchool: Washington-Marion
  • MiddleOrJuniorSchool: Molo

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 00595829
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1842
  • Lot Dimensions: 42 x 191
  • Lot Size Searchable: 8022.00
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8022.00

Building Info

  • Laundry: Yes

Tax Info

  • TaxLegalDescription: @051008-0349-12 000501 0000 -1708 KIRKMAN ST- N 42 FT LOT 5 BLK 12 AMELIA CORMIER SUB REF1-FRED JULIAN RANEY AND MRS CONNIE B 1845 P 195-84 REF2-RANEY, CONNIE GRANT ET AL B 3050 P 349-2003

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2024
Closed on
Feb 18, 2025
Sold by
Key Vision Homes Llc
Bought by
Jtsl Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Robbie Ingle
Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty
Buyer's Agent
Aimee Stawecki
Lakeside Properties
List Price
$37,900
Sold Price
$28,700
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,200
-24.27%
Views
31
Current Estimated Value
$98,400

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$69,700
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4083.65%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2024
Sold by
Drees Linda Jean Raney and Raney Barbara Louise
Bought by
Key Vision Homes Llc
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $28,700 Lake Charles Title
Warranty Deed $10,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/19/2025 02/19/25 Sold -- -- --
01/24/2025 01/24/25 Pending -- -- --
01/13/2025 01/13/25 Price Changed $34,900 -7.9% $27 / Sq Ft
12/19/2024 12/19/24 For Sale $37,900 -- $29 / 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 $452 $3,960 $860 $3,100
2023 $452 $3,960 $860 $3,100
2022 $456 $3,960 $860 $3,100
2021 $219 $3,960 $860 $3,100
2020 $471 $3,620 $830 $2,790
2019 $527 $3,900 $800 $3,100
2018 $269 $3,900 $800 $3,100
2017 $445 $3,900 $800 $3,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Southern MLS

MLS Number: SWL24007172

Greater Southern MLS

APN: 00595829