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1493 Frenchmans Bend Rd, Monroe, LA, 71203

3beds
4baths
3,057sqft
$595,000
$195price/sqft
$4,111/moest. monthly cost
$164,440/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 1493 Frenchman's Bend Rd, a beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home on Bayou Desiard, featuring extensive updates throughout. This home features new lighting fixtures, doors, steel appliances, flooring, a new fence, sunroom, HVAC and so much more. The spacious living area flows into the kitchen which provides new steel appliances, beautiful quartzite countertops and plenty of storage space. Just off the kitchen, the nicely sized laundry room with attached pantry offers even more storage and convenience. The downstairs primary suite provides plenty of space with a beautifully updated en suite bathroom featuring double vanity, soaking tub and walk-in shower. Adjacent to the primary suite you'll find your dream walk-in closet with custom storage and plenty of room. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms, providing plenty of space for family or guests. The bonus room over the garage offers flexible space for a home office or additional living area. A bonus room off the living room expands the living space and provides the perfect place to enjoy views of the backyard year-round, fully heated and cooled, making it the perfect space for a playroom, office with a view or second living area. Outside, the fenced in backyard overlooks Bayou Desiard, allowing you to enjoy the waterfront setting from your own property. Additional improvements include a new roof and new fencing, making this move-in-ready home an excellent opportunity in one of Monroe's most desirable waterfront locations directly at Frenchman's Bend. You don't want to miss out on this one! Schedule your private tour today.

Getting Around

8
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
26
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
6/10
9/10
Sterlington High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2001

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Architecture Style
  • Construction materials: Brick Veneer,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Site Build,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Gas Range,Washer,Dryer,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Washer/Dryer Connect

Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 185.76

Bedroom1

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 185.76

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • Partial bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 204.8

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows,Some Stay
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: One,Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,229
  • Total interior livable area: 3,057 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First
  • Area: 307.2

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 334.8

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First
  • Area: 240.25

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 93645
  • Zoning: Res. Impro
  • Zoning description: Res. Impro

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Porch Open
  • Has spa: Yes
  • Spa features: Bath
  • Fencing: Wrought Iron
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Bayou

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.64 Acres
  • Features: Landscaped,Wooded

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Hard Surface Drv.,Garage Door Opener
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • 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

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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Ice Storm
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Cold Wave
Hail
Inland Flooding

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties

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Severe Storm
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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 $3,008$36,096
Home Insurance *$615$7,380
Property Taxes $257$3,084
Electricity $231$2,773
Total$4,111$49,332
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$140,948/yr
40% on housing$123,330/yr
45% on housing$109,626/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: 13.7%
13.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.3%
5.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.6%
0.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$195This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 71203$109
Ouachita Parish$119

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 71203$127
Ouachita Parish$134

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-10Pending sale$595,000
2026-07-15Price change$595,000
2026-07-09Listed for sale$575,000
2021-08-25Sold--
2021-05-18Listing removed--
2021-05-08Listed for sale$475,000
2021-03-24Listing removed--
2020-10-21Listing removed$389,000
2020-07-23Price change$389,000
2020-03-04Listed for sale$379,000
2020-01-07Listing removed$399,000
2019-08-07Listed for sale$399,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentChelsea Ross
BrokerageColdwell Banker Group One Realty

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