99 Main St Franklin, LA 70538
Highlights
- Water Views
- Multiple Fireplaces
- High Ceiling
- Nearby Water Access
- Wood Flooring
- Screened Porch
About This Home
As of April 2023The Fairfax House has been a pillar of Acadiana since 1852; while its uses have changed over the years, it remains one of the most iconic homes in the South. Today the Fairfax House is an active Bed & Breakfast plus events venue that has hosted happiness and adventure for people across the globe. Famous visitors who have visited The Fairfax House over the years include President Roosevelt, Greta Garbo, and Paul Newman. Currently, the business operates successfully with almost no marketing or social media. You could continue to improve upon the business operation or change its purpose to be your new home. Historically, the home was built by a wealthy sugarcane farmer named John Barrett Murphy. He designed the antebellum plantation home as his pinnacle of success and influence. Approaching the home for the first time, you know he achieved his goal. The Fairfax sits on seven acres of manicured land that includes expansive green space, picturesque gardens, and almost one hundred ancient oak trees, that have been there longer than the home itself.
The current owner has spent millions of dollars preserving the most important elements of the original design while modernizing The Fairfax where it counts. As he said, "this was a labor of love." Historic elements that remain in place include the stately Greek columns, Tiffany chandeliers, original hardwood floors, Italian marble fireplaces, and the doors/windows where appropriate. Modern conveniences and updates include an updated HVAC system and all ductwork, all plumbing, and electrical. Some other updates include a few modern touches to the bathrooms, as the originals would not suit the way we live today.
Not pictured, there are several other inclusions. There is an 800 sq. ft. Innkeeper's suite attached to the main house. The current innkeeper has been living and working at the Fairfax for almost ten years. Also on the property is a stand-alone 2,400 sq. ft. metal storage building that could be repurposed into a functional venue or living space. There is also an 800 sq. ft. additional storage shed.
All of this overlooks the lazy, and breathtakingly beautiful, Bayou Teche. For interested parties, the owner of The Fairfax House also owns the vacant land directly across the street that has Bayou Teche frontage. This land is 4.25 acres and is available by negotiation.
For a more detailed account of the property and what's included, please contact the listing agent. Private showings are available to pre-qualified buyers.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sean Hettich
District South Real Estate Co. License #0995698219
Last Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Agent/Seller
Non-Mbr Office/Seller
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,116
Year Built
- Built in 1852
Lot Details
- 6.48 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- Open Parking
Home Design
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 6,465 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Gas Fireplace
- Home Office
- Screened Porch
- Water Views
- Security System Owned
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Stove
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
- Formica Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- 8 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Nearby Water Access
- Balcony
- Exterior Lighting
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Multiple Heating Units
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Cable TV Available
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2023 04/17/23 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2023 04/17/23 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2023 02/28/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2023 02/28/23 | For Sale | $894,000 | -23.9% | $138 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2023 02/28/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2022 03/26/22 | For Sale | $1,175,000 | -- | $182 / Sq Ft |
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 | $10,116 | $114,520 | $16,200 | $98,320 |
| 2023 | $11,900 | $122,798 | $16,200 | $106,598 |
| 2022 | $8,113 | $65,718 | $12,960 | $52,758 |
| 2021 | $8,113 | $65,718 | $12,960 | $52,758 |
| 2020 | $8,113 | $65,718 | $12,960 | $52,758 |
| 2019 | $7,876 | $65,718 | $12,960 | $52,758 |
| 2018 | $8,449 | $70,500 | $15,000 | $55,500 |
| 2017 | $8,026 | $70,500 | $15,000 | $55,500 |
| 2016 | $8,338 | $88,508 | $23,474 | $65,034 |
| 2015 | $9,847 | $63,759 | $0 | $63,759 |
| 2014 | $9,927 | $63,759 | $0 | $63,759 |
| 2013 | $9,927 | $63,759 | $0 | $63,759 |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $894,000 | New Conventional |
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $894,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document |
Source: REALTOR® Association of Acadiana
MLS Number: 22002751
APN: 2264661113
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