237 Shell Beach Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Living Area and Dining Area
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OFF MARKET

$140,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Oct 5, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,200 sqft

237 Shell Beach Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601

Home Highlights

Townhouse
1,200 sqft
$117/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Side yardPrivate enclosed patioLake charlesView of lake charles
Location Location Location!!

Fully furnished Mid-century duplex on prestigious Shell Beach Drive. 2 blocks from Downtown, 1/2 block from beautiful Drew Park, 3 blocks from Millennium Park, 5 blocks from St. Pat's Hospital, across the street from Lake Charles.
1,200 sq feet, 2 bedrooms, I bath, pet friendly, super sunny. View of Lake Charles from living room. Carport for 1 car, 2nd car parking uncovered. Private enclosed patio and side yard. All utilities, internet, yard maintenance included, $2,400

Fully furnished, all utilities, internet and yard maintenance included- $2,400
237 Shell Beach Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,200 sqft townhouse. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2025 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 25, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $140,300, with a rent estimate of $955/month.

Home Details for 237 Shell Beach Dr

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 MonthAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached Off Street, On Site

Comparable Sales for 237 Shell Beach Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1220 Pithon St #9, Lake Charles, LA
0.41
Townhouse
-
08/14/26
2
1.5
1,243 sqft
202 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA
0.24
Townhouse
-
09/11/26
3
2.5
1,905 sqft
1220 Pithon St #16, Lake Charles, LA
0.41
Townhouse
-
06/11/26
3
2.5
1,414 sqft
850 Sallier St #6, Lake Charles, LA
0.92
Townhouse
-
07/04/26
2
1.5
1,316 sqft
2328 Lake St, Lake Charles, LA
0.89
Townhouse
-
04/10/26
2
2.5
1,414 sqft
2342 Lake St, Lake Charles, LA
0.90
Townhouse
-
01/23/26
2
2.5
1,406 sqft
2330 Lake St, Lake Charles, LA
0.90
Townhouse
-
09/22/26
3
2.5
1,664 sqft
690 Lakewood Dr, Lake Charles, LA
1.98
Townhouse
-
12/30/25
3
2
2,180 sqft
678 Lakewood Dr, Lake Charles, LA
1.97
Townhouse
-
06/08/26
3
2
2,420 sqft
1017 Pryce St, Lake Charles, LA
1.52
Townhouse
-
11/21/25
-
1,584 sqft

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Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 25, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,400
Jan 22, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,400
Mar 6, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Feb 7, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,600
Jan 25, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 237 Shell Beach Dr

  • What is 237 Shell Beach Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 237 Shell Beach Dr in Lake Charles, LA is $140,300.
  • Is Lake Charles a buyer's or seller's market?
    Lake Charles is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Lake Charles?
    The median sale price in Lake Charles is $239K. That is up $3.33K 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.
  • Does 237 Shell Beach Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 237 Shell Beach Dr in Lake Charles, LA has air conditioning.
  • Does 237 Shell Beach Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 237 Shell Beach Dr in Lake Charles, LA has in-unit laundry.

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