2801 3rd St, Lake Charles, LA 70615
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FOR SALE
0.57 ACRES

$169,000

Original price: $175,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,335 sqft (on 0.57 acres)

2801 3rd St, Lake Charles, LA 70615

Est. Mortgage $1,030/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2009
0.57 acre lot
$127/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Located at 2801 3rd Street in Lake Charles, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers comfortable living on a spacious half-acre lot. The living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space to relax or entertain. Outside, you’ll find a huge backyard with plenty of room for outdoor activities or gardening. Conveniently situated close to restaurants, shopping, schools, and everyday amenities, this property combines space, comfort, and an excellent location.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Josh Foster, (337) 884-4843
Exit Realty Southern, (337) 287-9500
Source: SWLAR, MLS#SWL26000265
Also Listed on EXIT Realty broker feed, SWLAR.

Home Details for 2801 3rd St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1335 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 1
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: NoneNo Private Pool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 148Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2009
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: RefrigeratorIncluded in Sale: Microwave, Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Washer, DryerParcel Number: 01264303

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $169,000Price Per Sqft: $127

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Lake CharlesCommunity: GRACE ROSTEET SUB

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: SWL26000265

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.57 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: SWL26000265Back On Market Date: Fri Jul 31 2026Days In Mls: 148

Around this home

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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

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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Market trends in Lake Charles

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$235K
$5.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$128
$2MoM
Available listings
437
20MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$168K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+1.4%)
Since last year
Increased$13K (+8.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$18K (+11.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +46% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$168K
August 2026$165K
July 2026$165K
June 2026$165K
May 2026$165K
April 2026$166K
March 2026$166K
February 2026$172K
January 2026$174K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
2727 3rd St #5 & 6, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.04
$249,500
Studio
-
2,278
For Sale
2727 3rd St #3 & 4, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.04
$251,600
6
4
2,359
Off Market
2727 3rd St #1&2, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.04
-
Studio
-
2,278
Recently Sold
1111 Summit St, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.10
-
2
2
1,194
Off Market
2412 3rd St, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.09
$218,800
3
3
2,600
Off Market
4th Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.14
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Broad St, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.25
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1209 Summit St, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.18
-
2
2
1,473
Off Market
2612 4th St, Lake charles, LA 70615
0.21
-
3
2
1,476
Off Market
Hunter St, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.23
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Broad St, Lake Charles, LA 70615
0.28
$275,000
-
-
-
For Sale

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 31, 2026
Source: SWLAR #SWL26000265
PendingToActive
$169,000
Jun 10, 2026
Source: SWLAR #SWL26000265
Pending
$169,000
Mar 19, 2026
Source: SWLAR #SWL26000265
PriceChange
$169,000
Price decreased by 3%
Jan 19, 2026
Source: SWLAR #SWL26000265
Listed For Sale
$175,000
Aug 8, 2022
Source: SWLAR #SWL22004813
Sold
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Frequently asked questions about 2801 3rd St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 2801 3rd St?
    Based on a $169,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 2801 3rd St in Lake Charles, LA is approximately $1,052 (about $894 principal & interest, $83 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 2801 3rd St compare to homes in Lake Charles?
    2801 3rd St in Lake Charles, LA is listed at $169,000, about 28% below the $235K median sale price in Lake Charles.
  • 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 homes for sale in Lake Charles, LA.
  • What are the closest schools to 2801 3rd St?
    The closest schools to 2801 3rd St in Lake Charles, LA are Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School (rated 6/10), T. H. Watkins Elementary School (rated 4/10), Washington/Marion Magnet High School (rated 2/10).
  • Does 2801 3rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2801 3rd St in Lake Charles, LA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2801 3rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2801 3rd St in Lake Charles, LA has laundry facilities.
2801 3rd St, Lake Charles, LA 70615 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,335 sqft single-family home built in 2009. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by SWLAR on Jan 19, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# SWL26000265.