703 Drew Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601

$245,000 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
1,600  sqft
Built in 1920

Back on market with improvements! Located in the Charpentier District, this timeless beauty is perfect for entertaining. This home boasts 12’ ceilings downstairs, charming sloped ceilings upstairs, large archways in the dining room, spacious bathroom with clawfoot tub, hardwood floors throughout, 2 sunrooms, ductless climate control, 8’ privacy fence, generous driveway, and some of the coolest neighbors in Lake Charles. Charpentier is more than a location, it’s a lifestyle. It’s common to see friendly people walking their dogs, friends and neighbors gathered on their porch, and community block parties where all are welcome. If memories of a time when neighbors knew, watched out for, and visited with each other has you feeling nostalgic, this 1920’s house on a corner lot is the home you’ve been waiting for! Located in flood zone X so lenders typically will not require flood insurance. Comes with a Home Warranty.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Bathtub,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,High Ceilings,Separate Shower,Wired for Data
Appliances:
Dishwasher,Gas Cooktop,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Water Heater
Laundry:
Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside
A/C:
true, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment,Multi Units
Heating:
true, Heat Pump
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Fireplace

Exterior

General:
Shed(s)
Style:
Bungalow,Cottage,Craftsman,Traditional
Other Structures:
Shed(s)
Parking:
Concrete,Driveway,Oversized,Private

Construction

Roofing:
Shingle
Windows:
Atrium,Wood Frames
General:
Drywall,Wood Siding, 2, Pier Jacks,Pillar/Post/Pier,Raised

Location

Road/Access:
Paved
HOA Amenities:
0.0
Originating MLS:
GSM
County:
Calcasieu

Lot

Zoning:
COM INTRSCNS OF N/SIDE OF S DIVISION (DREW) ST AND E SIDE OF FORD ST TH ELY ALONG N/SIDE OF S DIVISION ST 59.75 FT TH NLY PARRALLEL TO THE E/SIDE OF FORD ST 87.6 FT SWLY 61.1 FT TO E SIDE OF FORD ST A DIST OF 75 FT NLY FROM THE PT OF BEG TH SLY ALONG THE E SIDE OF FORD ST 75 FT TO COM (BEING IN BLK 3 OTS), 00601276
Fencing:
Fenced,Privacy,Wood

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
GSM

This listing courtesy of:
Bricks & Mortar- Real Estate

About Lake Charles, LA

Housing

Number of Units
57,680
Median Home Value
$196,511
Median Rent
$780

36.39% of housing units are renter occupied.

10.43% are vacant.

Commute

Car
86.00%
Public Transportation
0.48%
Walk to Work
1.41%
Work from Home
11.51%
Other
0.45%

The median travel time to work is 20 minutes.

People

Population
128,890
Median Age
37.40
Median Household Size
2.66

Education

High School
30.94%
Associate’s Degree
8.45%
Bachelor’s Degree
16.53%
Graduate Degree
9.07%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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