Welcome to this cottage nestled in the charming Garden District of Lake Charles. Situated on a quiet street with wide lanes and a classic Southern character, this home seamlessly blends timeless charm with everyday comfort. Inside, you'll find spacious bedrooms and an open-concept living and dining area, as well as original hardwood floors. This home is filled with natural light from expansive front windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A cozy fireplace adds the perfect touch of comfort. Step out back to a large, fully fenced backyard—ideal for outdoor entertaining, pets, or simply relaxing in your own private green space. Additional features include a detached one-car garage with an attached storage room, a dedicated laundry room with washer and dryer hook-ups, and a pantry for extra storage. This home is a peaceful retreat in one of Lake Charles' most beloved neighborhoods.
For sale
$170,000
1226 7th St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3beds
1,446sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.34 Acres Lot
$168,000 Zestimate®
$118/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large fully fenced backyardQuiet streetWide lanesSpacious bedroomsDedicated laundry roomCozy fireplaceOriginal hardwood floors
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 21, 2025 at 04:00pm
Listed by:
Kashia Gaspard,
Keller Williams Realty Lake Ch 337-433-1171,
Megan Fontenot,
Keller Williams Realty Lake Ch
Source: Greater Southern MLS,MLS#: SWL25001586
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 14.1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 12.8
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.1
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.1
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 14.9
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 6.5 x 5.1
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 21.7 x 13.4
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Pantry, Tub Shower
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above,No One Below,No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,496
- Total interior livable area: 1,446 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Wood
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 194 x 79 x 194 m/l
- Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 00578894
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Watkins Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lake Charles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $118/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $67,100
- Annual tax amount: $765
- Date on market: 4/21/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Microwave, Range/oven
- Road surface type: Paved
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