




508 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA, 70601
About This Home
Experience the ultimate riverfront lifestyle with this stunning 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home at the beginning of River Road. Inside, you’ll find spacious living areas centered around a real wood-burning fireplace—perfect for cozy nights at home. The elegant primary suite features his-and-hers closets along with a separate shower and soaking tub, creating a peaceful retreat. The open layout makes entertaining easy and enjoyable. Downstairs is designed for comfort, flexibility, and fun, offering a fully enclosed garage with hurricane-rated doors, a half bath, and expansive space ideal for gatherings or game nights. All garage doors open fully, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living with beautiful views and refreshing airflow—perfect for entertaining or relaxing by the water. All exterior doors and windows are hurricane-rated, and the home is built on 30-foot-deep concrete pilings for exceptional stability. The exterior is finished in durable synthetic stucco for a clean, low-maintenance look. Step outside to your private dock and boat lift—ideal for fishing, boating, or simply soaking in tranquil river views. The home also includes a Kohler generator purchased just two years ago, providing added peace of mind. River Road is known as a true sportsman’s paradise, offering exceptional fishing and crabbing thanks to its unique mix of brackish saltwater and freshwater. Spend your days casting a line, setting crab traps, or enjoying nature—dolphins are often spotted making their way through the river. A beautiful .96 acre parcel located across the street known as “The Palm Tree Lot” can be purchased additionally with the home.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,877 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 01323815
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: N/A
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck,Porch,Patio
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal,Lake,River,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,Lake,River,Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Across Road from Lake/Ocean,Canal Front,Includes Dock,River Front,Waterfront
Lot
- Lot size: 8,276 sqft
- Features: Regular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 98 x 93.6 x 98 x 86.4
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete,Garage
- 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
- Coastal Flooding
- Cold Wave
- 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 | $2,674 | $32,088 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,736 | $20,832 |
| Property Taxes | $207 | $2,484 |
| Electricity | $147 | $1,773 |
| Total | $4,764 | $57,168 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-20 | Price change | $563,000 |
| 2026-03-04 | Price change | $593,000 |
| 2025-12-19 | Listed for sale | $615,000 |
| 2017-08-09 | Sold | -- |
| 2007-11-06 | Sold | -- |
