Welcome to a peaceful retreat in the heart of Vinton! Situated on a spacious 1.136-acre lot, this charming 576.89 square foot, one-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage-style home offers the perfect blend of comfort and simplicity. This cozy home features an inviting layout with a warm, rustic feel--ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a quieter pace of life. Surrounded by green space, the property provides a serene rural atmosphere while still being conveniently located within the city limits. The lot also includes a small shed for additional storage, and the fully fenced front and rear yard offer both privacy and versatility. With plenty of outdoor space to garden, entertain, or simply relax, this property is a rare find. Not located in a flood zone and zoned for commercial use, the potential here is endless--whether you're looking for a personal home, investment opportunity, or both. Included with the sale is this former restaurant space is bursting with opportunity and ready for its next chapter. This commercial property offers approximately 1,808 square feet of interior space, perfectly suited for a variety of business ventures--from a dine-in eatery to a catering operation, commercial kitchen, retail concept, or office hub. The building comes equipped with a host of commercial-grade appliances and fixtures already in place, making setup a breeze. Included with the sale are stainless steel prep tables, a commercial-grade refrigerator, warming stations, dishwashing sinks, hand wash stations, and a large grease trap system. There's even a spacious drive-thru kitchen layout with pass-through windows and plenty of counter space to streamline service and efficiency. Step out back and you'll find one of this property's most unique assets: a large industrial-grade Southern Pride commercial smoker, housed in a custom ventilated smokehouse that was previously approved by the Fire Marshal. Whether you're a BBQ pitmaster looking to scale your operations or a startup seeking a ready-to-go setup, this feature alone sets this property apart. The building offers wide open interiors with great natural light, a high-capacity customer area with a service window and bar-height counter, as well as ample space for kitchen and prep operations in the back. The site also includes handicap-accessible parking and entry, and a fully fenced front and rear lot for security and flexibility. Zoned for commercial use and not located in a flood zone, this property is being sold as-is, offering a rare chance to own a setup that's already tailored for culinary or commercial operations without the headache of starting from scratch. Opportunities like this don't come around often--especially with this much land, equipment, and versatility included. Whether you're launching your dream restaurant or expanding an existing business, this Vinton property is your blank canvas. Schedule your private tour today and turn the key to your next big success. Measurements are M/L. Seller's Reserve Lake Charles Title Company for Closing. Breaker is currently turned off at the property.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (10/16)
$140,000
816 Goodwin St, Vinton, LA 70668
1beds
576sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2000
1.13 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cottage-style homeRural atmosphereHigh-capacity customer areaPlenty of outdoor spaceSurrounded by green spaceRustic feelInviting layout
- 187 days |
- 75 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 04, 2026 at 12:17am
Listed by:
Lauren Dunn 337-912-4000,
Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari R 337-478-1601
Source: SWLAR,MLS#: SWL25003796
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Room
- Level: Lower
Bathroom
- Description: Room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Description: Room
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Description: Room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- One, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,808
- Total interior livable area: 576 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot
Features
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Privacy,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1.13 Acres
- Dimensions: 150 x 230
- Features: Secluded, Utilities
Details
- Parcel number: 00819204
- Zoning description: Commercial
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Mechanical
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Vinton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $243/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $23,900
- Annual tax amount: $316
- Date on market: 7/1/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 188 days
- Inclusions: All Equipment and Appliances currently on the property and inside the commercial building
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$997/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $140,000-12.5%$243/sqft |
Source: SWLAR #SWL25003796 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2025 | Price change | $160,000-13.5%$278/sqft |
Source: SWLAR #SWL25003796 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $185,000$321/sqft |
Source: Greater Southern MLS #SWL25003796 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $316 +8.7% | $2,390 +1.7% |
| 2015 | $291 | $2,350 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$661/mo
Principal & interest
$543
Property taxes
$69
Home insurance
$49
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 70668
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Vinton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Vinton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Vinton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Vinton
- Middle: Vinton
- High: Vinton
Source: SWLAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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