Welcome to your dream retreat on sparkling shores of Lake Bruin. This stunning four bedroom, four and a half bath home blends comfort, elegance and functionality with a breezy open-concept layout, cathedral ceilings, large living space with a wood burning fireplace in the den and also in the primary bedroom. Light pours in through the french doors in every room, all of which open onto a spectacular oversized screened lakeside porch, the perfect place to relax, entertain, or simply soak in the serene lake view. The home sits on a beautifully landscaped lot of 200 lake front feet, with a paved driveway and generous parking area for family and guests. The spacious porch spans the length of the house. offering uninterrupted views of Lake Bruin and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Two versatile buildings provide added flexibility-one currently set up for lawn and garden storage, and the other is air conditioned and heated, formerly used as a personal exercise studio. A private pier and single boat slip complete this lakeside oasis, offering effortless access to all the recreation Lake Bruin has to offer. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an entertainer's paradise, this property delivers unmatched charm, location and lifestyle. Come experience the magic of Lake Bruin, you'll never want to leave.
For sale
Price cut: $250K (8/8)
$850,000
161 Anderson Ave, Saint Joseph, LA 71366
4beds
2,450sqft
Est.:
Site Build, Residential
Built in 2007
-- sqft lot
$815,900 Zestimate®
$347/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully landscaped lotPrivate pierFrench doorsSingle boat slipPaved drivewayLarge living spaceSpacious porch
- 99 days
- on Zillow |
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- 3 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 08, 2025 at 11:56am
Listed by:
Paula Wilhite,
John Rea Realty
Source: NELAR,MLS#: 214572

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Floor: Concrete
- Level: First
- Area: 323
Bedroom
- Description: Floor: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 204
Bedroom 1
- Description: Floor: Concrete
- Level: First
- Area: 204
Bedroom 2
- Description: Floor: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 207
Kitchen
- Description: Floor: Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 242
Living room
- Description: Floor: Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 484
Heating
- Electric, Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Connect
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wireless Internet
- Windows: Vinyl Clad, Blinds, All Stay
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Two, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,658
- Total interior livable area: 2,450 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Hard Surface Drv., Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch Covered, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Pier
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Navigable Water, Public, Waterfront
Lot
- Features: Landscaped, Views, Riparian Rights
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Boat House, Storage
- Parcel number: 0200286599G
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Site Build, Residential
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electric Company: Entergy
- Gas: None, Gas Company: None
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public, Electric Company: Other
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Not Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Other
Location
- Region: Saint Joseph
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $347/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $518,250
- Annual tax amount: $5,516
- Date on market: 5/7/2025
- Road surface type: Unimproved
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