$185,000

36 River Rd Unit A Lake Charles, LA 70601

Estimated payment $1,154/month

Total Views 312
1 Bed
1 Bath
650 Sq Ft
$285 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Bridge View
  • Deck
  • Fishing
  • Open Floorplan
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

Charming WATERFRONT home offering peaceful river views and a private retreat just minutes from downtown Lake Charles. This 650 sq ft home features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a full kitchen, laundry room, and spacious front and back porches overlooking the water — perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Whether used as a weekend getaway, rental property, or cozy year-round residence, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility. Enjoy stunning views, direct access to the Calcasieu River, and the convenience of being close to town. The main waterfront home located next door is listed separately (see MLS SWL25001134) but can be purchased together, creating an exceptional riverfront compound opportunity.

Listing Agent

Scott Moffett

Moffett Realty, LLC License #21782 Listed on: 10/28/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 2000

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 35' x 262'
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • River Front
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • East Facing Home
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lawn
  • Front Yard

Property Views

  • River
  • Lake
  • Bridge
  • Woods

Home Design

  • Camp Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Turnkey
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Raised Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • HardiePlank Type
  • Hardboard

Interior Spaces

  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Storage
  • Security Gate

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • Oversized Parking
  • Covered Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Circular Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Parking Lot

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • City Lot

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

2000

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Community Features: Rural, Fishing
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, City Lot, Front Yard, Lawn, Secluded, Yard
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.21
  • Lot Size: 35' x 262'
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • View: Bridge(s), Lake, River, Trees/Woods, Water
  • Has View?: Yes
  • Security Features: Security Gate
  • Has HOA?: No
  • Co List Office Phone: 337-707-3535
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Directions: Haed south on Lake St from 2-10, turn right on Shell Beach Drive, Turn Right on Broad Street, Turn Left on Ryan, Continue to River Rd and home is at the end.
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Camp
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Has Fireplace?: No
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Structure Type: House
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2000

Interior Features

  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Laminate Counters, Open Floorplan, Storage, Tub Shower
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Has Private Pool?: No
  • Waterfront Features: Navigable Water, River Front
  • Waterfront?: Yes
  • Disclosures: Flood Insurance Required, Flood Plain Disclosure
  • Construction Type: Drywall, Frame, Hardboard, HardiPlank Type, Concrete
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Wood
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Has Open Parking?: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway, Oversized, Parking Lot, Private, One Space

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
  • Green Building Features: Appliances
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Electricity - On Property
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 0.21
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/28/2025 10/28/25 For Sale $185,000 -- $285 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwest Louisiana Association of REALTORS®

Source: Southwest Louisiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: SWL25101862