Lake Bruin Waterfront Retreat- Premier Location, Spectacular Sunsets Welcome to your dream lakefront getaway on beautiful lake Bruin- a rare opportunity on one of the most desirable, sunset facing lots with 153.5 feet of lake frontage. This inviting home sits on a large tree-shaded lot with a gentle slope to the water, making lake access a breeze. Whether you're launching your boat from the private boat ramp, relaxing under the covered pier, or soaking in the sun on the open deck, this property was made for lake life. With 3 covered boat slips, it's ready for all your water adventures. The home itself is both charming and low maintenance, with hardy plank siding, a metal roof, stained concrete floors throughout. Inside, the shiplap walls and rich beadboard ceilings (many of them cathedral height) create a warm aesthetic that feels spacious yet cozy. Natural light pours in through expansive windows, bringing the outside in. There is a large room currently being used as a game room featuring soaring beadboard cathedral ceilings and an open feel that could easily serve as a flex room for entertaining or extra guest. The home has three bedrooms and two and a half baths, with 10-foot ceilings in each bedroom. The heart of the home is open-concept, den, kitchen, and dining area, ideal for gatherings both big and small. The kitchen is outfitted with Cafe' appliances, a huge island and plenty of cabinetry. The adjoining dining space has a long table to seat a crowd. The open living area is large, comfortable and will easily accommodate a large or small family. This house is airy, a bit whimsical and has a great vibe. Step outside to the lakeside porch to watch Lake Bruin's unforgettable sunsets. A carport and storage room are attached to the home. And there is a storage building at the back of the lot for tools, lake toys and lawn equipment. Low-maintenance, beautifully designed, and perfectly positioned, this is Lake Bruin living at its best.
For sale
$995,000
230 Botany Bay Rd, Saint Joseph, LA 71366
3beds
2,613sqft
Est.:
Site Build, Residential
Built in 2020
1 Acres Lot
$940,200 Zestimate®
$381/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private boat rampLarge tree-shaded lotUnforgettable sunsetsStorage buildingExpansive windowsLakeside porchCovered pier
- 138 days |
- 72 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 17, 2025 at 11:38pm
Listed by:
Paula Wilhite,
John Rea Realty
Source: NELAR,MLS#: 215925
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: Floor: Stained Concrete
- Level: First
- Area: 255
Bedroom
- Description: Floor: Stained Concrete
- Level: First
- Area: 156
Bedroom 1
- Description: Floor: Stained Concrete
- Level: First
- Area: 156
Dining room
- Description: Floor: Stained Concrete
- Level: First
- Area: 275
Family room
- Description: Floor: Stained Concrete
- Level: First
- Area: 500
Kitchen
- Description: Floor: Stained Concrete
- Level: First
- Area: 200
Heating
- Electric, Central, Multiple Units
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer, Dryer, Ice Maker, Oven, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Connect
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wireless Internet
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Rods, Blinds, All Stay
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,679
- Total interior livable area: 2,613 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Carport
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch Covered
- Exterior features: Pier
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Navigable Water, Public, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Dimensions: 1153.5 x 270
- Features: Views, Riparian Rights
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Boat House
- Parcel number: 0200208000
- Zoning: res
- Zoning description: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Site Build, Residential
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electric Company: Entergy
- Gas: Propane, Gas Company: None
- Sewer: Mechanical
- Water: Public, Electric Company: Other
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Saint Joseph
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $381/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $559,350
- Annual tax amount: $6,900
- Date on market: 8/11/2025
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$940,200
$893,000 - $987,000
$2,834/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000+184.3%$381/sqft |
Source:  NELAR #215925 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2020 | Listing removed | $349,950$134/sqft |
Source: John Rea Realty #188714 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2020 | Listed for sale | $349,950$134/sqft |
Source: John Rea Realty #188714 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2020 | Pending sale | $349,950$134/sqft |
Source: John Rea Realty #188714 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2019 | Listed for sale | $349,950$134/sqft |
Source: John Rea Realty #188714 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,903 +12.7% | $55,935 +12.7% |
| 2023 | $6,126 | $49,615 |
| 2022 | $6,126 +187.5% | $49,615 +189.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,446/mo
Principal & interest
$3858
Home insurance
$348
Property taxes
$240
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 71366
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Tensas Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.5 mi
- 2/10Tensas High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tensas Elementary
- Middle: Tensas High School
- High: Tensas High School
Source: NELAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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