Shell Beach Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601
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FOR SALE
4.36 ACRES

$3,250,000

    Shell Beach Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601

    Est. Mortgage $18,158/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Property Type
    Lot/Land
    Lot Size
    4.36 acres

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around Shell Beach Dr.
    • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    This is an opportunity to own a prime piece of Lake Charles real estate. Just over 4 acres with 441 feet of frontage on prestigious Shell Beach Drive including 392 feet of water frontage on Lake Charles. Ideally located on the fringe of downtown Lake Charles just before the affluent Shell Beach Drive with gorgeous homes that line the lakefront. The property lends itself to many opportunities from commercial development to versatile residential applications. Whether its single family, townhomes or luxury midrise, having the waterfront access will bring high end development for this perfectly located tract.
    Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
    Listing courtesy of Larry Turner
    Century 21 Bessette Flavin, (337) 474-2185
    Source: Greater Fort Polk Area Realtors, MLS#50-26

    Home Details for Shell Beach Dr

    Interior Features

    Gas & Electric
    Electric: Energy

    Exterior Features

    Frontage
    WaterfrontWaterfront: WaterfrontOn Waterfront
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: Public Sewer

    Days on Market

    Days on Market: 144

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $3,250,000

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Lake Charles

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 50-26

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 4.36 Acres

    Offer

    Listing Terms: 'As Is'

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 50-26

    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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    Market trends in Lake Charles

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

    Home Value

    Trulia Estimate
    $323K
    Since last month
    Increased$6K (+2%)
    Since last year
    Decreased$57K (-14.9%)
    Since last sale
    Increased$48K (+17.6%)
    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 +48% in the last 10 years
    MonthEstimated value
    2026
    August 2026$323K
    July 2026$317K
    June 2026$342K
    May 2026$335K
    April 2026$346K
    March 2026$382K
    February 2026$327K
    January 2026$393K
    2025
    2024
    2023
    2022
    2021
    2020

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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
    Shell Beach Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.04
    $845,000
    -
    -
    -
    For Sale
    107 Shell Beach Dr, Lake charles, LA 70601
    0.05
    -
    3
    3.5
    4,670
    Off Market
    216 Park Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.10
    $253,600
    3
    2
    1,785
    Off Market
    215 W Clarence St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.14
    $244,500
    3
    2.5
    1,484
    For Sale
    1220 Pithon 2 St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.14
    $216,000
    3
    2.5
    1,444
    Off Market
    1220 Pithon 17 St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.14
    $218,200
    3
    2.5
    1,444
    Off Market
    1220 Pithon 18 St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.14
    $218,700
    3
    2.5
    1,444
    Off Market
    1220 Pithon 19 St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.14
    $218,900
    3
    2.5
    1,444
    Off Market
    1220 Pithon 21 St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.14
    $223,000
    3
    2.5
    1,444
    Off Market
    1220 Pithon 22 St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.14
    $218,300
    3
    2.5
    1,444
    Off Market
    1220 Pithon 1 St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    0.14
    $194,800
    2
    1.5
    1,248
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Apr 10, 2026
    Source: Greater Fort Polk Area Realtors #50-26
    		Listed For Sale
    $3,250,000
    May 24, 2011
    Source: SWLAR #117354
    		Sold
    --
    Jun 28, 2010
    Source: SWLAR #114056
    		Sold
    --
    Feb 16, 2005
    Source: SWLAR #91854
    		Sold
    --

    LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

    Larry Turner, Century 21 Bessette Flavin, (337) 474-2185
    Copyright Greater Fort Polk Board of Realtors. All rights reserved. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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    Frequently asked questions about Shell Beach Dr

    • How big is Shell Beach Dr?
      Shell Beach Dr in Lake Charles, LA is about 4.4 acres.
    • What is the price per acre for Shell Beach Dr?
      Shell Beach Dr in Lake Charles, LA is listed at $3,250,000, or about $745K per acre.
    • 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 Shell Beach Dr?
      The closest schools to Shell Beach Dr in Lake Charles, LA are Barbe Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School (rated 6/10), Washington/Marion Magnet High School (rated 2/10).
    Shell Beach Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Greater Fort Polk Area Realtors on Apr 9, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 50-26.