501 S Polk St

2,132 Sq. Ft.
$106 / Sq. Ft.
2,132
Sq. Ft.
$106
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This beautiful Victorian home is full of character and charm. Original wood floors and architectural details blend history with modern updates. The renovated kitchen has new cabinets, granite and all appliances stay. This area has room for a dining area or space to entertain. The living area is spacious with original brick and custom built-ins. The primary suite is located downstairs and has a spacious walk-in shower. Upstairs you will find freshly painted walls and brand new carpet for comfort and...This beautiful Victorian home is full of character and charm. Original wood floors and architectural details blend history with modern updates. The renovated kitchen has new cabinets, granite and all appliances stay. This area has room for a dining area or space to entertain. The living area is spacious with original brick and custom built-ins. The primary suite is located downstairs and has a spacious walk-in shower. Upstairs you will find freshly painted walls and brand new carpet for comfort and soundproofing from the main floor. There are bonus rooms upstairs and downstairs adding flexibility. Outside, the fully fenced lot with dual access gates offers both privacy and convenience. The workshop is equipped with electricity and air conditioning making it a comfy outdoor space.

Property Details for 501 South Polk Street

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LISTING UPDATED: 02/23/2026 02:13 AM

Property Details for 501 South Polk Street

StatusActive
MLS #SWL25100841
Days on Market178
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
CountyJefferson Davis Parish

Location

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Building Information for 501 South Polk Street

Stories2Year Built1915Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

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$1,097 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,097

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Property Information for 501 South Polk Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Welsh
  • Country: US
  • Country Subdivision: 22053
  • Directions: FROM I-10 TAKE THE WELSH EXIT AND GO SOUTH TO HWY 90 AND TURN WEST (RIGHT) TO S. POLK ST AND GO NORTH
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Latitude: 30.23
  • Longitude: -92.82
  • MLS Area Major: Other
  • Postal City: Welsh
  • Postal Code: 70591
  • Street Number Numeric: 501
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: SEE ATTACHED PARCEL #660384300
School Information
  • Elementary School: Welsh
  • High School: Welsh
  • Middle Or Junior School: Welsh-Roanoke
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2284.0
  • Lot Features: BackYard, CityLot, FrontYard, Lawn, Yard
  • Lot Size Area: 0.25
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 157 x 70
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Sheds, Storage
  • Structure Type: House
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 2132.0
  • Parcel Number: 660384300
  • Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: CityStreet
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Year Built Source: Estimated
  • Photos Count: 40
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Feature
  • Pool Private: No
  • Building Features: Appliances
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Foundation Details: PillarPostPier
  • Patio And Porch Features: FrontPorch
  • Property Attached: No
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: ExhaustFan, ElectricWaterHeater
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Cooling: Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Bathtub, CeilingFans, GraniteCounters, HighCeilings, KitchenIsland, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, TubShower
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, ElectricDryerHookup
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Spa: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Utilities: ElectricityConnected, WaterConnected
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 13.5 X 13.2
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
Room 2
  • Room Description: 11.4 X 10.2
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Office
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 17.1 X 14.6
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12.7 X 11.3
  • Room Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 23.2 X 13.3
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12.5 X 11.5
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Foyer
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for 501 South Polk Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25100841

$225,000—
Aug 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25100841

$235,000—
Aug 30, 2021

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #SWL21006151

—
Jul 28, 2021

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #SWL21006151

—
Jul 25, 2021

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #SWL21006151

$255,000—
Jul 30, 2020

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #186598

—
Jul 16, 2020

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #186598

—
Feb 13, 2020

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #186598

$99,000—
Jun 8, 2019

Permanently Off Market

SWLAOR MLS #173360

$159,900—
Mar 14, 2019

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #173360

$167,000—
Jun 23, 2016

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #135140

—
May 4, 2016

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #135140

—
Nov 29, 2015

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #135140

$169,000—
Sep 15, 2011

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #114795

—
Jul 28, 2011

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #114795

—
Sep 9, 2010

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #114795

$97,500—
May 1, 2006

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #94858

—
Mar 23, 2006

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #94858

—
May 26, 2005

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #94858

$44,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/01/2025

Price Change

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25100841

$225,000
08/28/2025

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25100841

$235,000
08/30/2021

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #SWL21006151

—
07/28/2021

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #SWL21006151

—
07/25/2021

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #SWL21006151

$255,000
07/30/2020

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #186598

—
07/16/2020

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #186598

—
02/13/2020

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #186598

$99,000
06/08/2019

Permanently Off Market

SWLAOR MLS #173360

$159,900
03/14/2019

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #173360

$167,000
06/23/2016

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #135140

—
05/04/2016

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #135140

—
11/29/2015

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #135140

$169,000
09/15/2011

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #114795

—
07/28/2011

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #114795

—
09/09/2010

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #114795

$97,500
05/01/2006

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #94858

—
03/23/2006

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #94858

—
05/26/2005

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #94858

$44,900

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

Schools near 501 South Polk Street

This home is within Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Welsh Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Welsh-Roanoke Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Welsh High School
Public9 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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501 South Polk Street is a single family home for sale in Welsh, LA 70591. This property was listed for sale on August 29, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $225,000. It has been on the market for a total of 178 days and was last sold on August 31, 2021. This listing's school district is Jefferson Davis Parish School District. Nearby schools include Welsh Elementary School, Welsh-Roanoke Junior High School and Welsh High School. 501 South Polk Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,132 sqft single family home built in 1915.

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