643 7th St

Lake Charles, LA 70601

$349,000
Price
5
Beds
2,703 Sq. Ft.
$129 / Sq. Ft.
2,703
Sq. Ft.
$129
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Historic elegance meets modern comfort in this sprawling 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Garden District home, ideally located near premier private schools, parks, and all the conveniences of Downtown. The beautiful kitchen is a true showpiece, quartzite countertops, gold hardware, a farmhouse sink, KitchenAid appliances, a cabinet-front dishwasher, eat-in bar, and porcelain flooring. Hardie Plank siding was installed on the exterior of the home in 2023. Soaring 11.5-foot shiplap ceilings elevate the main living...Historic elegance meets modern comfort in this sprawling 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Garden District home, ideally located near premier private schools, parks, and all the conveniences of Downtown. The beautiful kitchen is a true showpiece, quartzite countertops, gold hardware, a farmhouse sink, KitchenAid appliances, a cabinet-front dishwasher, eat-in bar, and porcelain flooring. Hardie Plank siding was installed on the exterior of the home in 2023. Soaring 11.5-foot shiplap ceilings elevate the main living areas, while the light-filled living room is framed by wall-to-wall windows and charming built-in banquette seating. The flexible floor plan offers two downstairs bedrooms, each with en-suite baths—ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, you’ll find three additional bedrooms, each with unique character, built-in storage, and access to a large bath with dual vanities. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with multiple spaces to relax or entertain, including a covered back porch and private side brick patio. Storage building stays with the home A list of updates is available. Don't miss a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored historic. Size home with modern amenities—prepare to fall in love.
  1. Listed by Sharel Hebert • Brokerage DRE #995718051 • CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin
    P: (337)-515-8189 C: (337)-515-8189 sharelhebertc21@gmail.com

Property Details for 643 7th Street

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/04/2026 11:05 AM

Property Details for 643 7th Street

StatusActive
MLS #SWL26001724
Days on Market4
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1941
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,163 SF
CountyCalcasieu Parish
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Location

Listing Courtesy of CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin
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Building Information for 643 7th Street

Stories2Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,163 SF

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Property Information for 643 7th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Lake Charles
  • Country: US
  • Country Subdivision: 22019
  • Directions: Moss St & Ford St From Ryan St, go East on 7th, cross Common St, house on left
  • Fencing: Fenced, Privacy
  • Latitude: 30.22
  • Longitude: -93.21
  • MLS Area Major: Other
  • Postal City: Lake Charles
  • Postal Code: 70601
  • Street Number Numeric: 643
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: @051008-0349-17 000702 0000 @051008-0349-17 000803 0000 -643 7TH ST- WEST 75 FT OF E 131 FT OF LOTS 7, 8 BLK 17 AMELIA CORMIER SUB. IMPS W/ S/P/REN 20 REF1-IRA CHARLES BARILLEAUX & ELEANOR B 2038 P 574-87 REF2-KENNETH ROY COTTEN & EUGENIE MARIE B 2154 P 31-89 REF3-KENNETH ROY COTTEN ET AL B 2285 P 625-92 REF4- COTTEN'S FAMOUS HAMBURGERS INC B 3152 P 225-04
School Information
  • Elementary School: Pearl Watson
  • High School: Washington-Marion
  • Middle Or Junior School: Molo
Parking
  • Open Parking: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3368.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Size Area: 9163.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 77x199
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9163.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Structure Type: House
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 2703.0
  • Parcel Number: 00610364
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Year Built Source: Other
  • Photos Count: 31
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Feature
  • Pool Private: No
  • Building Features: Appliances
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Hardiplank Type
  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Property Attached: No
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Built In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bathtub, Closet, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Spa Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 22x12
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom4
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14x10
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom3
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 8.4x8.4
  • Room Flooring: Tile
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 11.10x10.9
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom2
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 14x15
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 17.7x15.4
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 15.2x19.5
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Living Room
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for 643 7th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #SWL26001724

$349,000—
Sep 8, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472818744

—
Sep 7, 2021

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #SWL21003964

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/16/2026

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #SWL26001724

$349,000
09/08/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472818744

—
09/07/2021

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #SWL21003964

—

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Public Records for 643 7th Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,520Additions$8,440Total$9,960
Tax Record2025$1,187 ($99 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyCALCASIEUAPN00610364

Schools near 643 7th Street

This home is within Calcasieu Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Pearl Watson Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School
Public - 6 to 8
Washington/Marion Magnet High School
Public - 9 to 12
Jake Drost School For Exceptional Children
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Pearl Watson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School
Public6 to 8

Washington/Marion Magnet High School
Public9 to 12

Jake Drost School For Exceptional Children
PublicPK to 12

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More information about 643 7th Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601

643 7th Street is a single family home for sale in Lake Charles, LA 70601. This property was listed for sale on April 17, 2026 by CENTURY 21 Bessette Flavin, it's currently listed at $349,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on September 8, 2021. This listing's school district is Calcasieu Parish School District. Nearby schools include Pearl Watson Elementary School, Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School and Washington/Marion Magnet High School. 643 7th Street is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 2,703 sqft single family home built in 1941.

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