2139 Elder St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
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OFF MARKET

2139 Elder St
Lake Charles, LA 70601

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 850 sqft (on 0.28 acres)
2 Beds
2 Baths
850 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1966
Lot Size
0.28 acres
Living Area
850 sqft

About this House

3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home needs cosmedic improvements on the interior, needs some exterior siding repair, and window replacement.
2139 Elder St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 850 sqft single-family home built in 1966. It last sold for $4,000 on Feb 29, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $920/month.

Home Details for 2139 Elder St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1966
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price History for 2139 Elder St

DatePriceEventSource
08/31/2012$22,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/16/2012$22,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/29/2012--Sold
N/A
12/12/2011$9,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/16/2011$14,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/11/2011$17,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Lake Charles

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$240K
$4.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$130
$0MoM
Available listings
456
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2014
Tax$406
Assessment$35,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2139 Elder St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2025 Cline St, Lake Charles, LA
0.16
Single-Family Home
-
08/22/25
2
2.5
1,364
401 S Cherry St, Lake Charles, LA
0.11
Single-Family Home
-
10/30/25
2
1
701
2205 Church St, Lake Charles, LA
0.30
Single-Family Home
-
09/12/25
3
2
1,490
322 S Shattuck St, Lake Charles, LA
0.51
Single-Family Home
-
08/26/25
3
2
1,188
120 N Blake St, Lake Charles, LA
0.69
Single-Family Home
-
11/05/25
2
1
894
1111 Summit St, Lake Charles, LA
1.01
Single-Family Home
-
08/26/25
2
2
1,194
1508 Obrien St, Lake Charles, LA
0.64
Single-Family Home
-
01/15/26
3
2
1,656
619 V E Washington St, Lake Charles, LA
0.77
Single-Family Home
-
11/21/25
3
2
1,900
1426 Grein Ave, Lake Charles, LA
0.86
Single-Family Home
-
02/23/26
2
1
716
624 Jake St, Lake Charles, LA
0.90
Single-Family Home
-
11/12/25
2
1
936

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Lake Charles

At least 707 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 48 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 47 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

  • 34 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 21 % Say there are community events

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  • Anya Curry
    "I think it’s best to have cameras just in case anything happens you’ll be covered. I’ve lived in a few neighborhoods in lake Charles area and am so lucky to have had a camera in certain homes we lived in the lake Charles area"
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  • Lnmorris98
    "We love Lake Charles! Lots of things for families to do and is safe. We enjoy living here and don’t plan on leaving if we can help it. "
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  • Grisonlarry
    "There are no schools in the neighborhood and the stores are like maybe three blocks away. The store is a gas stations then aren’t many children."
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  • Tarry Israel
    "They have a wonderful park here for all ages and the schools are really good as well… I’m speaking of Moss Bluff area!!"
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  • Kaylaclifton2021
    "I noticed that it’s easy to find places to go shopping and to eat and to have family fun all around "
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  • Wpsx9b8cqs
    "The lack of pet recreational facilities and activities to enhance the knowledge of pet ownership. The lack of quality pet care "
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  • Dustin Payne
    "I live here and I have a lot of friends who are from the area and I have a lot of people that are from the same area as me "
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  • Tori T.
    "I grew up here my whole life and when I moved away to another state. It was like a whole different world. Nothing can compare to home."
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  • Wpsx9b8cqs
    "Most national holidays are the life of our city we enjoy the fireworks and the family gatherings. It’s a family city and we enjoy loving the people of our town "
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  • Kendrick W
    "Being a smaller city, my commute is not long. I am about 10 minutes away from anywhere in the city. "
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  • Joshuarodgers939
    "The food is really good. The people are amazing. The recovery community could grow but we are strong. They have a lot of schools. "
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  • Donavondjohnson
    "It’s a great neighborhood as far social interaction goes but I would say it’s lacking entertainment and events."
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  • Sapphirekemps
    "Been here for a year and it’s been a lovely change I love the people and places all lovely the food is amacing!"
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  • Kendrick W
    "Dog owners walk their dogs every day. Owners would like there are sidewalks on both sides of the street throughout the neighborhood"
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  • Kendrick W
    "My commute to work is an easy 20 minute drive. I stay 5 min from shopping and food. Downtown is a 10 min drive "
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  • CharityLMiller
    "Dog friendly area with safe streets for walking your furry friend. Most homes have fenced in back yards. And everyone keeps an eye out for children and pets. "
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  • 259pgy5ghj
    "Fire department right up the road offers cool sights and experiences for the kids. My girls love waving to them as they pass. We feel safe with our girls playing in our yard while we are working around the house."
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  • Morgan F.
    "All of my friends and family live here! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. It’s great to be so close to all of the best restaurants, parks (such as the dog park), perf et area for runners, so close to the water (which offers fishing, kayaking, sunset watching, etc). I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else!! #downtownholditdown"
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  • Pierce J.
    "Good area neighbors are friendly and kids are safe outside. I’ve been here for 20 years and have not had any issues. "
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  • Brittnielatiolais
    "We have a university neighborhood watch Facebook group. And another group for our animal watch, Incase your animal gets lost or runs off. "
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  • Victoria S.
    "Large lots. Old, well maintained homes. Close to a school. Lots of trees, especially oaks. Close to McNeese campus."
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  • Vicky T.
    "We have bear hunts for kids, sidewalks for bikes and walkers. Most neighbors are friendly. Central area easy to hit the grocery stores. "
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  • Devin F.
    "Great neighborhoods for pups, but don't really like it for adults and kids. Check school districts also. some aren't the greatest. "
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  • Traci R.
    "I live on a bad side of town where there’s lots of tweekers n drugs. I have however, not had a problem and enjoy walking around the blocks."
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  • Cadedoucet
    "Sporting events are very popular, as well as the many different themed festivals, which usually bring large crowds and allow for positive social interaction "
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  • Brittany T.
    "great neighborhood to live in. quiet safe for kids and families. you never have to worry about loud music ect"
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  • Daphne W.
    "mardi gras festivals parades and other Mardi gras such events garage sales fundraisers and bars that show sporting events"
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  • Jocelyn.reeves69
    "My neighborhood commute transit is very well the bus runs everyday .. it helps lots of people who aren’t so fortunate to be blessed with a car . Taxi cabs also are a big part of the transit here . It’s very great .they aren’t too expensive they’re very adorable . . "
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  • Renee F.
    "Not enough outside space for dogs to be freely roaming. Unless you have a backyard. Then that may be acceptable. "
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  • Herman H.
    "tons of traffic and the I 10 bridge is horrible...also would like to be closer to work.. but not a bad "
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  • Scgreen0618
    "I see dog owners walking their dogs on a daily basis. This is a dog friendly neighborhood. I own a dog and my family walks him daily around the neighborhood. "
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  • Tina M. G.
    "They are working on the neighborhood every day to make it better. There is a neighborhood pool that is a great price. But I have faith that the neighborhood will become a great place to live"
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  • Hannah J.
    "Great neighborhood lived here for 5 years and love it here. Looking to find my own home soon. Pool and kid play area in my complex. "
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  • Kristystinley
    "Traffic getting into Lake Charles from the outskirts had significantly increased within the last few years but it’s still generally and easy commute. "
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  • Cadedoucet
    "Friendly, neighborly, kind, and sometimes dramatic. No neighborhood is without flaws, but flaws are what drive neighbors to be entertained. "
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  • Keegan
    "Lots of food places, not enough toddler friendly restaurants- like places with a play area for kids while the adults dine"
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  • Demerytimothy
    "The people in this neighborhood is neighborly but mine there own business and don’t have to worry about someone stealing your stuff "
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  • Ilse E.
    "I always see neighbors from the neighborhood across walking their dogs and the dogs always seem calm, never aggressive towards strangers "
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  • Wendy H.
    "It is hard to find a babysitter around here! And the church across the street, Trinity Baptist is great!"
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  • Mickyswmae
    "Very dog friendly area. A lot of dogs are let out to use the bathroom off leashes. No issues with anyone’s dogs. "
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Frequently asked questions about 2139 Elder St

  • What is the price history for 2139 Elder St?
    2139 Elder St in Lake Charles, LA last sold in February 2012.
  • Is Lake Charles a buyer's or seller's market?
    Lake Charles is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Lake Charles?
    The median sale price in Lake Charles is $240K. That is up $4.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Lake Charles?
    Residents describe Lake Charles, LA as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Lake Charles, LA.
  • How big is the lot at 2139 Elder St?
    The lot at 2139 Elder St in Lake Charles, LA is about 0.28 acres (12,196 sq ft).