
311 Shell Beach Dr Lake Charles, LA 70601
Estimated Value: $726,000 - $1,493,670
Highlights
- Boathouse
- Private Dock
- Bridge View
- Lake Front
- Boat Slip
- 3-minute walk to Lake Charles Neighborhood Park & Playground
About This Home
As of July 2022Accepting backup offers! Shell Beach Drive Southern Elegance! This home has the most beautiful views of the lake from every front room in the entire home. The formal dining room is adorned with wainscot and chair railing, as well as ornate dentil crown molding. The kitchen features quartzite countertops in addition to top-of-the-line appliances. These include a chef’s dream range, the 48” AGA Elise Induction range with a stand-alone pot filler canopied by a gorgeous Copper Smith vent hood. For your entertaining needs, there is a full wet bar including two refrigerators. Downstairs there is also a large office/flex room, half bath, and a bedroom with full bath (wet room). Upstairs you will find the primary bedroom and bath complete with his & her water closets. There are 3 additional bedrooms and 2 more bathrooms upstairs. The upstairs and downstairs both offer a grand porch where you can enjoy your morning coffee, evening wind down, or choose to dine alfresco. Wait…there’s more. Walk across the street and step onto the cypress tree-flanked boardwalk that leads to the boathouse – use as a guest house or family gathering area. The boathouse has a loft with a king mattress, twin trundle beds downstairs, full bath and kitchenette. Flood Zone X. This property is a must see!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Moffett Realty, LLC License #995707646 Listed on: 04/22/2022

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,250
Year Built
- Built in 1935 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.66 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 283.9x104.5
- Lake Front
- Home fronts navigable water
- Northwest Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
Property Views
- Lake
- Bridge
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,324 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Wired For Sound
- Wired For Data
- Bar
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Plantation Shutters
- Drapes & Rods
- Wood Frame Window
- Attic Fan
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Three Garage Doors
- Driveway
Accessible Home Design
- Accessibility Features
Outdoor Features
- Boat Slip
- Boathouse
- Private Dock
- Waterfront with Home Across Road
- Balcony
- Covered patio or porch
- Exterior Lighting
- Outbuilding
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Barbe Elementary School
- Molo Middle School
- Washington-Marion High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Phone Available
- Satellite Dish
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 00610127
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Drew Park Add Of Sallier Subdivision
- Community Lake
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Park
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Lake Charles, LA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Finchum Tab | $1,412,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Maust Jay R | $795,000 | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
---|---|---|---|
Open | Finchum Tab | $647,200 | |
Previous Owner | Maust Ii Jay R | $145,000 | |
Previous Owner | Maust Jay R | $636,000 | |
Previous Owner | Succession Of Ernest Edward Reiser | $100,000 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/13/2022 07/13/22 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
05/04/2022 05/04/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/22/2022 04/22/22 | For Sale | $1,500,000 | +30.4% | $347 / Sq Ft |
01/03/2012 01/03/12 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
11/16/2011 11/16/11 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/26/2010 04/26/10 | For Sale | $1,150,000 | -- | $262 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,250 | $89,850 | $40,500 | $49,350 |
2023 | $10,250 | $89,850 | $40,500 | $49,350 |
2022 | $10,339 | $89,850 | $40,500 | $49,350 |
2021 | $9,093 | $89,850 | $40,500 | $49,350 |
2020 | $10,777 | $83,300 | $38,880 | $44,420 |
2019 | $11,681 | $86,850 | $37,500 | $49,350 |
2018 | $9,858 | $86,850 | $37,500 | $49,350 |
2017 | $9,865 | $86,850 | $37,500 | $49,350 |
2016 | $8,969 | $81,850 | $37,500 | $44,350 |
2015 | $8,969 | $81,850 | $37,500 | $44,350 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2022
Leslie O'Byrne
Moffett Realty, LLC
(504) 616-3688
15 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Kayla Vezina
CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin
(337) 515-4410
62 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2012
LAURA MYRICK
Latter & Blum Compass-LC
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Buyer's Agent in 2012
JULIE HUGHES
eXp Realty, LLC
(337) 304-6083
Map
Source: Greater Southern MLS
MLS Number: SWL22003168

APN: 00610127
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