528 Alamo St, Lake Charles, LA, 70601
About This Home
Charming cottage-style home in the heart of the Alamo area of Lake Charles! Just two blocks off Ryan Street near downtown, this unique 2-bedroom, 1-bath property blends historic charm with modern updates. Inside you’ll find original wood floors, a bright sunroom, central air and heat, and beautiful brand-new windows that bring in natural light throughout the home. The kitchen features a white ceramic tile backsplash and a new gas range stove. Surrounded by mature shade and fruit trees, this property offers a peaceful setting with ample parking for the main home. A detached garage apartment/guest house adds incredible value and flexibility — currently tenant occupied with a long-term tenant of five years, providing steady income potential. Zoned commercial, this property offers endless opportunities! Perfect for residential living, rental income, Airbnb/VRBO potential, office space, boutique business, or investment opportunity. Located near established commercial businesses while still maintaining the charm of a residential cottage setting. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a historic cottage with income-producing potential and commercial possibilities. Schedule your showing today!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Commerical/Residential,Residential,Mixed Use,Office
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,046 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 00418285
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Lot size: 7,405 sqft
- Features: Yard
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 150
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Converted Garage,Gravel
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $702 | $8,424 |
| Home Insurance * | $456 | $5,472 |
| Property Taxes | $54 | $648 |
| Electricity | $147 | $1,773 |
| Total | $1,359 | $16,308 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-27 | Listed for sale | $139,000 |
| 2026-06-26 | Pending sale | $139,000 |
| 2026-05-29 | Listed for sale | $139,000 |
| 2017-11-30 | Sold | -- |
| 2007-09-28 | Sold | -- |
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