Step back into the dawn of Louisiana's history with this extraordinary, raised Creole Cottage, a premier landmark of Pointe Coupee Parish. Situated on three lush acres and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, North Bend offers a rare opportunity to own a home defined by its refined rustic character and deep connection to the 19th-century landscape. Far from the rigid formality of later periods, this home celebrates the refined rustic nature of early colonial craftsmanship. It is a residence where the builder's hand is still visible in every corner, featuring a wealth of original 1800s components. The home's character is defined by its second-level living area, where stunning original Cypress floors underfoot and authentic bousillage walls create a warm, organic atmosphere that modern construction cannot replicate. The primary first floor features original solid brick walls and flooring, offering a textured, earthy elegance that grounds the home in its 1803 origins. While the home boasts ten original rooms, each with its own fireplace, the scale remains intimate and inviting, reflecting the sensible, functional beauty of early Louisiana life rather than mid-century opulence. From the traditional brick-between-post construction in 1835 to the elevated galleries designed to catch morning breezes, the home remains a living museum of early structural artistry. The grounds are guarded by "May," a magnificent Live Oak estimated at 450 to 500 years old and listed on the Live Oak Society Registry. Enhancing the estate's natural beauty is a striking stand of eleven Cypress trees, providing a quintessential Louisiana silhouette against the sky. Seven additional Live Oaks and a centuries-old Magnolia provide deep, cooling shade, while banana trees, sago palms, and vibrant lilies add a lush, tropical texture. A comprehensive 1992 restoration ensured the home's structural stability while carefully preserving its historic patina.
For sale
$890,000
6847 False River Rd, Oscar, LA 70762
5beds
4,031sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$5,320/mo
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1803
3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Traditional brick-between-post constructionRaised creole cottageAuthentic bousillage wallsStunning original cypress floors
- 98 days |
- 467 |
- 37 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sara Gummow,
Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners 225-768-1800
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026007307
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Den, Office, Primary Bedroom, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath, 2 Closets or More, Ceiling 9ft Plus
- Level: Second
- Area: 285.25
- Width: 16.3
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 254.34
- Width: 15.7
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 202.5
- Width: 12.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 201.25
- Width: 11.5
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 157.5
- Width: 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: 2 Closets or More, Shower Combo
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Length: 15
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 121.5
- Width: 9
Dining room
- Level: Second
- Area: 266
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Pantry, Cabinets Custom Built
- Level: Second
- Area: 121.5
- Width: 9
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 280
- Width: 16
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 162
- Width: 10
Heating
- 2 or More Units Heat, Central
Cooling
- Multi Units, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Stove Con, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer/Dryer Hookups
Features
- Ceiling 9'+, Beamed Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Brick, Wood
- Windows: Storm Shutters, Window Treatments
- Attic: Attic Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,414
- Total interior livable area: 4,031 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Covered Parking, RV/Boat Port Parking, Other, Limestone Surface
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Dimensions: 300 x 400
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 00489740
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Creole Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Fiber Cement, Wood Siding, Brick, Other
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Gabel Roof,Wood
Condition
- Age Unknown
- Year built: 1803
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: City/Parish
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Rural Tract (no Subd)
Location
- Region: Oscar
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $221/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $502,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,918
- Price range: $890K - $890K
- Date on market: 4/22/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $890,000$221/sqft |
Source:  ROAM MLS #2026007307 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2002 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,918 | $50,270 |
| 2024 | $3,918 +45.3% | $50,270 +16.4% |
| 2023 | $2,697 +1.6% | $43,190 |
| 2022 | $2,654 | $43,190 |
| 2021 | $2,654 | $43,190 |
| 2020 | $2,654 +18.2% | $43,190 |
| 2019 | $2,246 +0.4% | $43,190 |
| 2018 | $2,237 | $43,190 |
| 2017 | $2,237 +6.7% | $43,190 +7.1% |
| 2015 | $2,097 | $40,320 |
| 2013 | $2,097 | $40,320 |
| 2012 | -- | $40,320 |
| 2011 | -- | $40,320 |
| 2010 | $2,067 | $40,320 |
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Neighborhood: 70762
Getting around
6 / 100
Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Rougon Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 4/10Livonia High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 7.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Pointe Coupee Parish
Source: ROAM MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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