12920 La Hwy 697, Kaplan, LA 70548 (MLS# 2500006851)

12920 La Hwy 697, Kaplan, LA 70548

$850,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3.1 Square Footage: 3,849 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 489,614 Status: Active
Current Price: $850,000 List Date: 4/21/2026 Last Modified: 4/23/2026

Overview

Description

This charming family home sits on 11.242 acres, offering privacy and tranquility while being conveniently located just off Highway 697 with a scenic long driveway. Situated only four miles off Johnston Street, it provides quick and easy access to Lafayette, combining peaceful country living with everyday convenience. The home features 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. A large living room and dining area are perfect for gatherings, while two separate living rooms--both with fireplaces--create warm, inviting spaces. A massive second-level bonus room offers endless possibilities for recreation or additional living space. Over the past two years, the owners have transformed the property into a private retreat with extensive upgrades. Highlights include a barndominium-style insulated shop, a heated swimming pool and hot tub with lighted fountains, an insulated back patio with ceiling fans, and a premium outdoor sound system--ideal for entertaining. A custom fishing pond features its ...

Listing Details MLS# 2500006851

Listing Info

Delayed Marketing
No
Listing Price
850000
List Price/SqFt
220.84
Type
Single Family Residence
Property Attached
No
Document Modified
2026-04-21 16:28:34.763134
Modification Timestamp
2026-04-23T02:27:37Z
Photo Modified
2026-04-23T02:27:20Z

Location Tax Legal Info

Street Number
12920
Street Name
La Hwy 697
Parish
Vermilion
State
LA
Zip Code
70548
Subdivision
None
Area
V2
Tax Assessment Number
R9091605
Elementary School
Meaux
Middle School
North Vermilion
High School
North Vermilion
Directions
From Johnston, take a right onto LA 697, 4 miles on your right.

General Property Description

# Bedrooms
4
Baths - Full
3
Baths - 1/2
Yes
Total Baths
3.1
SqFt - Living
3849
SqFt - Source
Public Record
Stories
2
SqFt - Storage
2520
Year Built
2015
Approximate Age
6 - 10 Years
Property Condition
Resale
Acres
11.24
Acreage Range
11 - 19.99
Assn Fee
None
Lot Dimensions
N/A
Mineral Rights
Negotiable
Pool on Subject Property
Yes

Water Source

Water Company
N/A

Originating Details

Originating System ID
M00000300
Originating System Key
20260109145331681950
Originating System Listing ID
2500006851
Originating System Name
RAA Flex

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Flood Zone
N/A
School District
Vermillion Parish
Legal Desc
11.242 AC in S/2 of NW/4 Sec 32 T 11 R 3 E, being tracts A, B, and C.

More Information

Remarks & Misc

Remarks
This charming family home sits on 11.242 acres, offering privacy and tranquility while being conveniently located just off Highway 697 with a scenic long driveway. Situated only four miles off Johnston Street, it provides quick and easy access to Lafayette, combining peaceful country living with everyday convenience. The home features 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. A large living room and dining area are perfect for gatherings, while two separate living rooms--both with fireplaces--create warm, inviting spaces. A massive second-level bonus room offers endless possibilities for recreation or additional living space. Over the past two years, the owners have transformed the property into a private retreat with extensive upgrades. Highlights include a barndominium-style insulated shop, a heated swimming pool and hot tub with lighted fountains, an insulated back patio with ceiling fans, and a premium outdoor sound system--ideal for entertaining. A custom fishing pond features its own water well, automatic level regulator, and pier-style decking. Additional improvements include high-quality cattle fencing and more. The 42x60 shop includes a 40x30 overhang for added functionality. The 1.5-acre stocked pond is complemented by a wharf-style pier and overhang, perfect for relaxing or feeding ducks and geese. The property also includes a chicken coop, goat structure, and cattle-ready setup. Not located in a flood zone and has never flooded, this is a rare opportunity to own a versatile, beautifully improved property perfect for both relaxation and entertaining.

Office/Member/Contract Info

REO
No

Style

Traditional
Yes

Siding

Brick
Yes
Hardiplank
Yes

Parking

Garage Faces Side
Yes

Equipment

Whirlpool
Yes
Hot Tub
Yes
Other
Yes

Road Frontage

Highway
Yes

Construction

Brick
Yes

Foundation

Slab
Yes

Exterior

Hot Tub
Yes
Outdoor Speakers
Yes
Outside Light
Yes

Patio

Deck
Yes
Porch
Yes
Covered
Yes

Fireplace

Fireplace
Yes
2 Fireplaces
Yes

Roof

Composition
Yes

Heating

Central
Yes
Multi Units
Yes

Interior

9+ Ft Ceiling
Yes
Separate Shower
Yes

Cooling

2 or More Units
Yes
Central Air
Yes

Flooring

Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes

Sewer

Mechanical Sewer
Yes

Appliances

Built-In Electric Oven
Yes
Electric Range
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Washer
Yes

Utilities

Elec: SLEMCO
Yes
Propane
Yes

Countertops

Granite
Yes

Amenities

Acreage
Yes

Security Features

Security System
Yes
Smoke Detector(s)
Yes

Fencing

Chain Link
Yes
Full
Yes
Wood
Yes
Other
Yes

Lot

Back Yard Access
Yes
Dead-End
Yes
Landscaped
Yes
Level
Yes

Other Structures

Garage(s)
Yes
Poultry Coop
Yes
RV/Boat Storage
Yes
Sheds(s)
Yes
Storage
Yes
Workshop
Yes

Window Features

Double Pane Windows
Yes

Financing

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes
Private Banking
Yes
Rural Development
Yes
VA
Yes

Miscellaneous

Horse Property
Yes

Reserved Item

Ceiling Fans
Yes
Drapes
Yes
Hot Tub/Spa
Yes
Light Fixtures
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Mini-Blinds
Yes
Mirrors
Yes
Satellite Dish
Yes

Pool

Inground
Yes

Property Features

Style: Traditional Siding: Brick; Hardiplank Parking: Garage Faces Side Construction: Brick Foundation: Slab Road Frontage: Highway Roof: Composition Interior: 9+ Ft Ceiling; Separate Shower Fireplace: 2 Fireplaces; Fireplace Flooring: Tile; Wood Heating: Central; Multi Units Cooling: 2 or More Units; Central Air Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven; Electric Range; Microwave; Washer Countertops: Granite Equipment: Hot Tub; Other Security Features: Security System; Smoke Detector(s) Fencing: Chain Link; Full; Wood; Other Lot: Back Yard Access; Dead-End; Landscaped; Level Patio: Covered; Deck; Porch Amenities: Acreage Exterior: Hot Tub; Outdoor Speakers; Outside Light Other Structures: Garage(s); Poultry Coop; RV/Boat Storage; Sheds(s); Storage; Workshop Window Features: Double Pane Windows Sewer: Mechanical Sewer Utilities: Elec: SLEMCO; Propane Pool: Inground Miscellaneous: Horse Property Reserved Item: Ceiling Fans; Drapes; Hot Tub/Spa; Light Fixtures; Microwave; Mini-Blinds; Mirrors; Satellite Dish Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; Private Banking; Rural Development; VA
IDX
Listing Office: Keaty Real Estate Team
Last Updated: April - 23 - 2026
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