NOT LISTED FOR SALE

972 Tara Ave Lake Charles, LA 70611

Estimated Value: $222,810 - $256,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,801 Sq Ft
$136/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 04, 2022

Current estimated payment $1,438/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of February 2022

Spacious and immaculately maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on an acre lot in Moss Bluff. This home has been remodeled from top to bottom and seller did a fabulous job! Spacious family room with wood burning brick fireplace. Large kitchen features brand new cabinets, countertops and eat in bar. Seller will give $1500 allowance for buyer to choose their own stove and dishwasher. Laundry room is oversized and has a utility sink and room for a freezer. Master suite features a totally updated bathroom and walk in closet. Home was mostly gutted and has all new roof, sheetrock and paint, new vinyl plank flooring, lighting fixtures, new insulation, ductwork and HVAC system is only 1 year old. Large sunroom not included in living sq ft and 17 x 20 workshop with electricity and water. Property is partially fenced and has huge backyard. Flood zone X means no flood insurance required on mortgage. Qualifies for 100% rural financing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robbie Ingle

Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty License #912122392 Listed on: 11/30/2021

Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Miranda Roberts

RE/MAX ONE License #995705734

RE/MAX ONE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $807

Year Built

  • Built in 1980 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 1.06 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 195 x 237.17
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,801 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Mechanical Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Southern Belle Estate 2 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00784362

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$807

Year Built

Built in 1980 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Total System: 1801.00
  • Levels: One
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Registered: No
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Count: 6
  • Appliances: None
  • Appliances: No
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Square Footage: 2651.00
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Square Footage: 1801.00
  • Lot Size Area: 1.0600
  • MainLevelBathrooms: 2
  • MainLevelBedrooms: 3
  • Patio: Yes
  • Price Per Square Foot: 136.04
  • Spa Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Lot Features: Back Yard
  • New Construction: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Enclosed
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Structure: House
  • View Description: None

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Sewer: Mechanical
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Common Interest: None

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 00784362
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.0600
  • Lot Dimensions: 195 x 237.17
  • Lot Size Searchable: 46173.60
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 46173.60
  • View YN: No

Tax Info

  • TaxLegalDescription: @190808-1780-3 0016 0000 LT 16 BLK 3 SOUTHERN BELLE EST. #2 REF1-DREW MANUEL TRAINING SCHOOL B 1430 P 450-78 REF2-ROBERT ELLSWORTH FARLEY AND DOROTHY HELEN B 2198 P 259-90

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 30, 2021
Closed on
Feb 4, 2022
Sold by
Avery Leo James and Avery Arlene Borys
Bought by
Alcock Christopher R
Seller's Agent
Robbie Ingle
Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty
Buyer's Agent
Miranda Roberts
RE/MAX ONE
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Total Days on Market
8
Current Estimated Value
$245,203

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.02%
Original Mortgage
$250,635
Outstanding Balance
$234,682
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$10,521
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Alcock Christopher R $245,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Alcock Christopher R $250,635
Previous Owner Karam Carol F $105,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2022 02/04/22 Sold -- -- --
12/08/2021 12/08/21 Pending -- -- --
11/30/2021 11/30/21 For Sale $245,000 -- $136 / 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 $807 $15,010 $3,240 $11,770
2023 $807 $15,010 $3,240 $11,770
2022 $794 $15,010 $3,240 $11,770
2021 $947 $8,540 $3,240 $5,300
2020 $1,492 $13,700 $3,110 $10,590
2019 $1,614 $14,770 $3,000 $11,770
2018 $1,617 $14,770 $3,000 $11,770
2017 $1,639 $14,770 $3,000 $11,770
2016 $1,615 $14,770 $3,000 $11,770
2015 $1,509 $13,510 $1,330 $12,180
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Robbie Ingle

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Robbie Ingle

    Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty

    (337) 304-0481

    1,372 Total Sales

    Robbie Ingle
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  • Miranda Roberts

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Miranda Roberts

    RE/MAX

    (337) 287-0600

    21 Total Sales

    Miranda Roberts
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  • Jeffrey Papania

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Jeffrey Papania

    Kaizen Home Sales and Services

    (337) 292-5181

    111 Total Sales

    Jeffrey Papania
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Map

Source: Greater Southern MLS

MLS Number: SWL21010614

Greater Southern MLS

APN: 00784362

Louisiana Calcasieu Parish Lake Charles 70611

972 Tara Ave, Lake Charles, LA

This home is located at 972 Tara Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70611 since 30 November 2021 and is currently estimated at $245,203, approximately $136 per square foot. This property was built in 1980. 972 Tara Ave is a home located in Calcasieu Parish with nearby schools including Gillis Elementary School, Moss Bluff Middle School, and Sam Houston High School.

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