$299,000
SOLD JAN 15, 2025
Last list price

353 Morningside Dr Lake Charles, LA 70605

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,861 Sq Ft
0.34 Acres

Recently Sold

$161 Per Sq Ft

81 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Dolby Elementary School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • 3-minute walk to University Park

About This Home

As of January 2025

Ready to fall in love? This South Lake Charles dream home is the total package! With two spacious main suites, each with luxurious en-suites, and a warm wood-burning fireplace, you'll adore the nearly 1,800 sq ft of living space. Completely renovated in 2021, the home shines with gorgeous gold finishes, stained wood accents and a fresh paint palette. Step outside to a 300 sq ft outdoor haven featuring a flat-screen TV, BBQ grill, fridge, and storage drawers—ideal for entertaining! Nestled on a acre lot with a privacy fence and double-gated entry, the space offers endless possibilities. You'll love the indoor laundry with a locker room, the walk-in pantry with appliance storage, and the convenience of transferable flood insurance at just $1,392/year. This is where comfort meets style! Don’t wait on rates —your perfect home is here!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Danette McManus

Real Broker, LLC License #995684394 Listed on: 09/16/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Danette McManus

Real Broker, LLC License #995684394 Listed on: 09/16/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $782

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 97x183x138x123
  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Corner Lot
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,861 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Pool Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Walk-in Shower

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Security Lights
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Gunite Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Dolby Elementary School
  • Sjwelsh Middle School
  • Barbe High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: kitchen island (movable)
  • Legal Lot and Block 12 / 17
  • Assessor Parcel Number 01154184

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • University Subdivision

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$782

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Total System: 1861.00
  • Levels: One
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Registered: No
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Count: 9
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Square Footage: 2078.00
  • Eating Area: Dining Room, In Kitchen, In Living Room
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Remodeled Kitchen
  • Square Footage: 1861.00
  • Lot Size Area: 0.3400
  • MainLevelBathrooms: 3
  • MainLevelBedrooms: 4
  • Patio: Yes
  • Price Per Square Foot: 154.49
  • Bathroom Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Shower, Upgraded, Walk-in shower
  • Kitchen Features: Quartz Counters
  • Spa Features: Gunite
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fence: Yes
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exclusions: kitchen island (movable)
  • Fencing: Privacy, Wood
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot
  • New Construction: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Road Frontage: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: Yes
  • Structure: House
  • View Description: Pool

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Street

Utilities

  • Electricity Provided By: Entergy
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Security Features: Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Wired for Alarm System
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Street Lights

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dolby
  • Middle School: SJWelsh
  • High School: Barbe
  • Elementary School: Dolby
  • HighSchool: Barbe
  • MiddleOrJuniorSchool: SJWelsh

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 01154184
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3400
  • Lot Dimensions: 97x183x138x123
  • Lot Size Searchable: 14810.40
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14810.40
  • View YN: Yes

Building Info

  • Laundry: Yes

Tax Info

  • TaxBlock: 17
  • TaxLegalDescription: Lot 12 of Blk 17 of University Place Part L
  • Tax Lot: 12

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 16, 2024
Closed on
Jan 15, 2025
Sold by
Tadlock Brian Randolph and Tadlock Lauren
Bought by
Reeves Kimberly Anne
Seller's Agent
Danette McManus
Real Broker, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Danette McManus
Real Broker, LLC
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$287,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,500
-8.73%
Views
102
Current Estimated Value
$282,213

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,287
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.32%
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Outstanding Balance
$119,685
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$162,528

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2021
Sold by
Wayne Bennett Robert and Woolbrig Lisa
Bought by
Tadlock Brian R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$238,500
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2021
Sold by
Boyd Ryan J and Boyd Megan
Bought by
Bennett Robert Wayne and Bennett Lisa Ray

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 28, 2012
Closed on
Sep 5, 2012
Sold by
Welling Stephen Michael and Welling Kristine Marie Merrill
Bought by
Boyd Ryan J
Seller's Agent
Robbie Ingle
Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty
Buyer's Agent
Robbie Ingle
Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty
List Price
$174,900
Sold Price
$174,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$400
-0.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.83%
Original Mortgage
$165,775
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $287,500 Reliant Title
Deed $287,500 Reliant Title
Deed $265,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $265,000 None Listed On Document
Cash Sale Deed $130,000 North American Title
Deed $174,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $120,000 New Conventional
Closed $120,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $238,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $104,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $165,775 Unknown
Previous Owner $317,500 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $0 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/15/2025 01/15/25 Sold -- -- --
12/06/2024 12/06/24 Pending -- -- --
12/05/2024 12/05/24 Price Changed $299,000 -5.1% $161 / Sq Ft
11/17/2024 11/17/24 Price Changed $315,000 0.0% $169 / Sq Ft
11/17/2024 11/17/24 For Sale $315,000 +5.0% $169 / Sq Ft
10/13/2024 10/13/24 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2024 10/04/24 Price Changed $300,000 -4.8% $161 / Sq Ft
09/26/2024 09/26/24 Price Changed $315,000 -2.9% $169 / Sq Ft
09/16/2024 09/16/24 For Sale $324,500 +85.5% $174 / Sq Ft
09/05/2012 09/05/12 Sold -- -- --
07/17/2012 07/17/12 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2012 04/28/12 For Sale $174,900 -- $97 / 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 $782 $14,480 $3,090 $11,390
2023 $782 $14,480 $3,090 $11,390
2022 $788 $14,480 $3,090 $11,390
2021 $584 $14,480 $3,090 $11,390
2020 $1,274 $13,220 $2,970 $10,250
2019 $1,375 $14,250 $2,860 $11,390
2018 $767 $14,250 $2,860 $11,390
2017 $1,388 $14,250 $2,860 $11,390
2016 $1,402 $14,250 $2,860 $11,390
2015 $1,402 $14,250 $2,860 $11,390
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Southern MLS

MLS Number: SWL24005517

Greater Southern MLS

APN: 01154184