This beautiful mid-century Spanish gem, located just feet away from the exclusive Shell Beach Dr, is calling your name. Get ready to be blown away by the stunning views of your new neighborhood, framed perfectly by the vintage leaded glass windows scattered throughout this 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom haven. As you enter, you'll be greeted by an expansive family room with builtins and fireplace, ideal for cozy nights in or entertaining. And don't forget about the formal living and dining areas, the kitchen comes complete with an eat-in breakfast room and a wet bar that comes fully equipped with appliances. Retreat to your massive master suite, complete with a walk-in closet and built-ins that will make organization a breeze. The additional bedrooms are spacious and come with plenty of storage and built-ins, ensuring there's a place for everything and everyone. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms, one being a junior suite with private bathroom and balcony access. Need extra space? Discover the upstairs landing area and an office space / library with floor-to-ceiling built-ins, there's also a large cedar closet, a sewing room/pantry, and additional storage areas off the 2-car garage. Office space could easily become a 5th bedroom or nursery just up from the master suite. Home has new metal roof, new a/c system, updated plumbing, new paint inside and out. All measurements are more or less Step outside to a large fenced backyard, just waiting for your personal touch. The covered area and New Orleans style vintage wrought iron gates are the perfect backdrop for outdoor living and entertaining on the nearly 1/2 acre lot. With the added bonus of a spacious upstairs balcony accessible from the landing/bonus area and fourth bedroom, you'll experience breathtaking views of those lake front sunsets and firework shows!! Don't miss the opportunity to make this dream home yours! Home warranty currently in place and will transfer to new owners.
Sold on 10/17/24
Price Unknown
1426 Watkins St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
4beds
4,093sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1965
0.44 Acres Lot
$450,400 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$2,967 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 11, 2025 at 11:25am
Listed by:
Summer Richard-Boudreaux 337-802-9509,
Castle Real Estate
Bought with:
Lehrue Stevens, 7956
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice
Source: SWLAR,MLS#: SWL24006115
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pantry, Shower, Wet Bar, Breakfast Nook, Eating Area In Dining Room
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,093 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Brick, Covered, Rear Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Dimensions: 108 x 179
- Features: Lawn, Regular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 00587885
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Charles
- Subdivision: Lake Shore
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No