816 Goodwin St

Vinton, LA 70668

$140,000
Price
1
Bed
576 Sq. Ft.
$243 / Sq. Ft.
576
Sq. Ft.
$243
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Lauren Dunn • Brokerage DRE #995698870 • Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari R
    P: (337)-912-4000 C: (337)-912-4000 ldunn@inglesafari.com

Property Details for 816 Goodwin Street

Architectural Style
Traditional
View
No
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/27/2025 02:19 AM

Property Details for 816 Goodwin Street

StatusActive
MLS #SWL25003796
Days on Market179
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2000
Lot Size0.00 AC / 1 SF
CountyCalcasieu Parish

Location

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Building Information for 816 Goodwin Street

Stories1Year Built2000Building Size-Lot Size0.00 AC / 1 SF

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$692 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

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$692

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Property Information for 816 Goodwin Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Vinton
  • Country: US
  • Country Subdivision: 22019
  • Directions: Start on Lake St & take Shell Beach Dr to LA-385 N, then follow N Lakeshore Dr to I-10 W. Continue on I-10 W for about 20 miles and take Exit 8 toward Vinton. In just under a minute, drive to Goodwin St--your destination is 816 Goodwin St, Vinton, LA.
  • Fencing: ChainLink, Fenced, Privacy
  • Latitude: 30.19
  • Longitude: -93.57
  • MLS Area Major: Other
  • Postal City: Vinton
  • Postal Code: 70668
  • Street Number Numeric: 816
  • Zoning Description: Commercial
Taxes and HOA
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: @151012-0000-2100024 0000 @151012-0000-2100050 0000 @151012-0000-210X0240S 0000 @151012-0000-210X0500S 0000 COM 150 FT S AND 900 FT E OF SW COR BLK 1 GUM COVE ADD TH E 336.85 FT N 150 FT ETC AND ALSO STRIP LYING BETWEEN S LINE SAID LOT AND N LINE GOODWIN ST-BEING N 10 FT OF GOODWIN ST ADJACENT TO S/S OF LOTS REF1-B 2527 P 649, P 641-95 REF2-JOHN BYRD AND JONATHAN BYRD B 2527 P 651, FILE#2347586-96 REF3-LLOYD (NMN) BENOIT ET UX B 3032 P 655-03
School Information
  • Elementary School: Vinton
  • High School: Vinton
  • Middle Or Junior School: Vinton
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: ParkingLot
Property
Lot Information
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Area Total: 1808.25
  • Common Walls: NoCommonWalls
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: CityLot, Secluded
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.13
  • Lot Size Area: 1.13
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 150 x 230
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1.13
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Structure Type: House
Property and Assessments
  • Common Interest: None
  • Living Area: 576.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Parcel Number: 00819204
  • Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Year Built Source: Estimated
  • Photos Count: 21
Utilities
  • Sewer: AerobicSeptic
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Feature
  • Pool Private: No
  • Building Features: Appliances
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: WoodSiding
  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Patio And Porch Features: RearPorch, FrontPorch, Patio
  • Pool Features: None
  • Property Attached: No
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Range, Refrigerator, WaterHeater
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Cooling: CentralAir, OneUnit
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: None
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Spa Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Utilities: ElectricityConnected, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Description: Room
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 2
  • Room Description: Room
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Description: Room
  • Room Flooring: Linoleum
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Description: Room
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for 816 Goodwin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 15, 2025

Price Change

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25003796

$140,000—
Aug 10, 2025

Price Change

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25003796

$160,000—
Jun 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25003796

$185,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/15/2025

Price Change

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25003796

$140,000
08/10/2025

Price Change

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25003796

$160,000
06/30/2025

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #SWL25003796

$185,000

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Schools near 816 Goodwin Street

This home is within Calcasieu Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Vinton Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Vinton Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Vinton High School
Public - 9 to 12
Jake Drost School For Exceptional Children
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Vinton Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Vinton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Vinton High School
Public9 to 12

Jake Drost School For Exceptional Children
PublicPK 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 816 Goodwin Street, Vinton, LA 70668

816 Goodwin Street is a single family home for sale in Vinton, LA 70668. This property was listed for sale on July 1, 2025 by Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari R, it's currently listed at $140,000. This listing's school district is Calcasieu Parish School District. Nearby schools include Vinton Elementary School, Vinton Middle School and Vinton High School. 816 Goodwin Street is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 576 sqft single family home built in 2000.

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