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2001 Rose St, Lake Charles, LA, 70601

2beds
2baths
872sqft
$70,000
$80price/sqft
$756/moest. monthly cost
$30,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

Invest with confidence in this precious two-bedroom, two-bath cottage in the heart of Lake Charles. This home sits on a corner lot in Flood Zone X, where flood insurance is typically not required. Currently tenant-occupied, making this the perfect opportunity for a turnkey and cash-flowing investment from the start. Conveniently located near everything Lake Charles has to offer, you are just minutes from downtown, McNeese State University, shopping, hospitals, restaurants, and more. Easy access to both I-10 and I-210, which is ideal for tenants who will be commuting to school or work and making this location even more attractive. If you are looking to add something to your portfolio that will start putting money back in your pocket from day one, then look no further and give us a call today to schedule a showing.

Getting Around

29
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
49
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
4/10
Oak Park Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.8 mi
2/10
Lagrange High SchoolGrades 9-121.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1973

Materials

  • Foundation: Raised
  • Roof: Shingle

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cottage
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Range Hood
  • Laundry features: Inside

Bedroom

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 11.6 x 9.5

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 80
  • Dimensions: 7.7 x 10

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace features: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: One,Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 980
  • Total interior livable area: 872 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 15 x 7.6

Laundry

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 28
  • Dimensions: 7 x 4.2

Living Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 192
  • Dimensions: 15.9 x 11.8

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 121
  • Dimensions: 11 x 11

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 01363734
  • Zoning description: Residential
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Patio & porch: None,Patio
  • Fencing: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,969 sqft
  • Features: Yard
  • Lot size dimensions: 69 x 120 x 45 x 123

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

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

  • Lightning
    LightningVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Cold Wave
Hurricane
Coastal Flooding
Hail
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Tornado
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $353$4,236
Home Insurance *$229$2,748
Property Taxes $27$324
Electricity $147$1,773
Total$756$9,072
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$25,920/yr
40% on housing$22,680/yr
45% on housing$20,160/yr

Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 151,075Commercial: 10,572
Total Premiums$518.28M
Total Exposure$41.71B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 16.0%
16.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.3%
5.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.4%
1.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$80This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 70601$87
Calcasieu Parish$112

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 70601$72
Calcasieu Parish$127

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2025-06-03Listed for sale$77,500
2019-08-07Listing removed$850
2019-07-31Listed for rent$850
2018-07-17Listing removed$850
2018-07-13Listed for rent$850
2018-06-15Sold--
2018-05-25Pending sale$82,500
2018-05-23Listed for sale$82,500
2018-02-26Sold--
2010-04-23Sold--

For Sale by Agent

AgentLydia L Holland
BrokerageRE/MAX ONE

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