1601 Highway 357

Opelousas, LA 70570

$2,749,000
Price
4
Beds
2,600 Sq. Ft.
$1,057 / Sq. Ft.
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Sq. Ft.
$1,057
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Description

Lovely equestrian property in rapidly growing St. Landry parish. 94.6 fenced acres--wooded areas with miles of trails, 50 acres of habitat restoration with native hardwood trees, 3 stocked ponds, limestone driveways & access roads, 2 gated entrances, custom drainage, bridges, 4-rail fenced pastures with run-ins & automatic waterers, 225 x 90 covered arena with lights, mirrors, sound system, custom textile footing & irrigation, 150 x 200 sand arena, cross country jumps, round pen, cypress-clad post...Lovely equestrian property in rapidly growing St. Landry parish. 94.6 fenced acres--wooded areas with miles of trails, 50 acres of habitat restoration with native hardwood trees, 3 stocked ponds, limestone driveways & access roads, 2 gated entrances, custom drainage, bridges, 4-rail fenced pastures with run-ins & automatic waterers, 225 x 90 covered arena with lights, mirrors, sound system, custom textile footing & irrigation, 150 x 200 sand arena, cross country jumps, round pen, cypress-clad post & beam gambrel barn (climate controlled) with soaring ceilings, 2 free-standing cypress stables, 12 horse stalls (9 with automatic waterers & custom stall mattresses), custom cabinetry, automatic insect misting systems, air conditioned tack room with W/D, WERM flooring wash racks with hot & cold water, 1 BR barn loft apartment with kitchenette & 2nd story decks overlooking the property & stables, private guest cottage, well house, manure composting system, 3750 SF cypress clad covered equipment storage, 1250 SF workshop with industrial roll up doors, custom floor to ceiling shelving, 200 SF hay storage, lighting throughout the property & automated front gate access. The primary residence is a spacious 2600 SF 1880s farmhouse with high ceilings & exposed beams, restored in 2018 for a casually elegant lifestyle--open floor plan, natural light, original shiplap walls & oak floors, new slate, 2 BR 2 BA plus loft bunk room, many custom features--gas fireplace, farmhouse sink, soapstone counters, gas stove, stainless appliances, soaking tubs, custom slate & marble showers, Kohler whole house generator, pergola back patio, custom landscaping with irrigation & lighting & spacious 2 car carport/outdoor pavilion. There is a private 1 BR 1 BA guest cottage with high ceilings, wrap-around porch & deck, soapstone counters, tub & shower, full kitchen & W/D. This beautiful property has been carefully maintained & is ready for you to enjoy the best aspects of country living.
  1. Listed by Jeff Landry • Scout Real Estate Co.
    P: (337)-257-5380 jeff@scoutrec.com
  2. Listed by Paul Bako • Scout Real Estate Co.
    P: (337)-781-3596 paulbako1@gmail.com

Property Details for 1601 Highway 357

Architectural Style
Modern Farm House
Subdivision Name
None
View YN
Yes
Waterfront Features
Pond
LISTING UPDATED: 01/12/2026 08:09 AM

Property Details for 1601 Highway 357

StatusActive
MLS #2500001904
Days on Market165
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeFarm
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family / Farm
Year Built-
Lot Size94.00 AC / 4,094,640 SF
CountySt. Landry Parish

Location

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Building Information for 1601 Highway 357

Stories2Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size94.00 AC / 4,094,640 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,579 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,398

Property Taxes

$181

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1601 Highway 357

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Opelousas
  • Coordinates: -92.156545, 30.463714
  • Directions: Exit I-49 at Exit 11 (Sunset/Grand Coteau), turn left onto LA-182, turn left onto La 9, turn right onto La-182, then turn left onto La - 358, turn right onto La- 357. The property will be on your left.
  • Latitude: 30.463714
  • Longitude: -92.156545
  • MLS Area Major: L2
  • Absolute Longitude: 92.156545
  • Road Frontage Type: Parish Road
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport YN: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Carport, Detached
  • Parking Total: 2.0
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association Fee Includes: Gas
  • Association YN: No
  • Tax Legal Description: 81.619 SC LOT 2N RICHARDS S SUNSHINE RD E SIKES AND MURPHY W. VIDRINE @THOMAS ESTATES 13.242 AC N RICHARD S SIKES OF LOT 1 E LAVERGNE W MCWHORTER IN SEC 3 T-7S R-3E 1162986 PLAT
  • Tax Lot: 2
School Information
  • Elementary School: Sunset
  • Elementary School District: St Landry Parish
  • High School: Beau Chene
  • High School District: St Landry Parish
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sunset
  • Middle Or Junior School District: St Landry Parish
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Owner
  • Building Area Total: 4170.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 2600.0
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: 50 to 99.99 Acres, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Views, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 94.0
  • Lot Size Area: 94.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4094640.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • SqFt - Other Structures Living: 1570.0
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Property Disclosure
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Parcel Number: 0603933000
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence,Farm
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Approximate Age / Env Hazard: 76+ Years
  • Property Type: A
  • Mineral Rights: Conveyed
  • Sign On Property YN: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Elec: SLEMCO
  • Electric On Property YN: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Propane
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Acreage
  • Construction Materials: Other Siding, Other
  • Exterior Features: Other, Lighting
  • Fencing: Partial, Gate
  • Horse YN: Yes
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Guest House, Pergola, Shed(s), Stable(s), Storage, Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Roof: Tile
  • Stories: 2.0
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove Con
  • Bathrooms Full: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4.0
  • Bedrooms Total: 4.0
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: 3+ Fireplaces, Gas
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Slate, Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Double Vanity, Guest Suite, Kitchen Island, Separate Shower, Special Bath, Standalone Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Other Room, Other Counters
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Bathroom1Level: First
  • Room Bathroom2Level: First
  • Room Bedroom1Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Level: First

Property History for 1601 Highway 357

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #RA2500001904

$2,749,000—
Aug 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

RAA #2500001904

$2,749,000—
Aug 28, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1154484180

—
Jun 9, 2015

Temporarily Off Market

RAA #14254297

$281,500—
Jun 9, 2015

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #RA14254297

$281,500—
Jun 10, 2014

Listed (Active)

RAA #14254297

$265,000—
Jun 10, 2014

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #RA14254297

$265,000—
Apr 25, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1083433593

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/01/2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #RA2500001904

$2,749,000
08/01/2025

Listed (Active)

RAA #2500001904

$2,749,000
08/28/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1154484180

—
06/09/2015

Temporarily Off Market

RAA #14254297

$281,500
06/09/2015

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #RA14254297

$281,500
06/10/2014

Listed (Active)

RAA #14254297

$265,000
06/10/2014

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #RA14254297

$265,000
04/25/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1083433593

—

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1601 Highway 357

Taxable ValueLand$3,020Additions$16,990Total$20,010
Tax Record2024$2,167 ($181 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size3,484,800 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialCountySAINT LANDRYAPN0603933000

Schools near 1601 Highway 357

This home is within St. Landry Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lawtell Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Northwest High School
Public - 9 to 12
Ecole Saint-Landry
Charter - K to 2
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lawtell Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Northwest High School
Public9 to 12

Ecole Saint-Landry
CharterK to 2

Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts
Public7 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1601 Highway 357, Opelousas, LA 70570

1601 Highway 357 is for sale in Opelousas, LA 70570. This property was listed for sale on August 1, 2025 by Scout Real Estate Co., it's currently listed at $2,749,000. It has been on the market for a total of 165 days and was last sold on August 28, 2015. This listing's school district is St. Landry Parish School District. Nearby schools include Lawtell Elementary School, Northwest High School and Ecole Saint-Landry. 1601 Highway 357 is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,600 sqft.

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