1218 Arkansas St, Lake Charles, LA, 70607
About This Home
Classic character meets modern comfort in this beautifully renovated cottage. The home features luxury vinyl plank flooring, updated plumbing, and stylish light fixtures throughout. The living room offers built-in shelving and a charming window seat. The kitchen pairs stainless steel appliances, including a gas range, with original details like the beadboard ceiling and decorative trim that give the home its unique appeal. The spacious primary suite includes a beautifully updated private bath with a sliding barn door, and the oversized utility room provides excellent storage with space for a walk-in pantry. Outdoor living is just as inviting with a 12' x 28' wood deck overlooking the large backyard—perfect for entertaining, grilling, or unwinding after a long day. A 10' x 16' workshop, two-car carport, metal roof and mature trees. Situated in Flood Zone X, where flood insurance is typically not required, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect blend of charm, function, and modern comfort.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- Year built: 1958
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Oven,Gas Range
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 132
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 176
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 88
Features
- Built-in Features,Open Floorplan,Remodeled Kitchen,Eating Area In Dining Room
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,110 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Area: 198
Living Room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 165
Utility Room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 48
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 00348260
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: Regular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 88 x 169
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Covered spaces: 2
- Carport: Yes
- Carport 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
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Coastal Flooding
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
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 | $682 | $8,184 |
| Home Insurance * | $166 | $1,992 |
| Property Taxes | $52 | $624 |
| Electricity | $147 | $1,773 |
| Total | $1,047 | $12,564 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $135,000 |
| 2024-07-03 | Sold | -- |
| 2024-05-30 | Pending sale | $129,000 |
| 2024-05-19 | Listed for sale | $129,000 |
| 2024-04-08 | Sold | -- |
| 2021-11-12 | Sold | -- |
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