1698 Highway 743, Opelousas, LA 70570
$99,900
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
2
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
1,855
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
34,848
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$99,900
List Date:
10/15/2025
Last Modified:
1/14/2026
Description
Escape the hustle and bustle while still enjoying city conveniences with this charming 1,554 sq. ft. cottage on 0.80 acre—unrestricted, unzoned, and located in Flood Zone X. Offering space, flexibility, and potential, this one-story home is ideal for those looking for room to grow or customize. Inside, you'll find a large galley kitchen with solid wood cabinets, an oversized walk-in pantry, and all appliances included. A generous laundry room provides excellent storage, and a versatile flex space that easily adapts as a home office, hobby room, or potential third bedroom. The primary suite features dual closets and a private bath, creating a comfortable retreat. Outside, a covered carport offers the perfect spot for weekend gatherings or relaxing evenings. With 200-amp electrical, a new mechanical sewer, and a peaceful setting just minutes from I-49 and the Walmart Distribution Center, this property delivers the best of country feel with convenient access. Sold as is and priced to reflect the potential—don't miss this opportunity.
Supplements: ********
More Information MLS# 2500004575
Listing Info
Delayed Marketing: No
List Price/SqFt: 64.08
Property Attached: No
Document Modified: 2025-11-10 08:57:54.732540
Status: Active
Listing Date: 2025-10-14
Listing Price: 99900
Current Price: $99,900
Type: Single Family Residence
Modification Timestamp: 2026-01-14T14:32:13Z
Photo Modified: 2026-01-13T21:28:45Z
Location, Tax & Legal Info
Flood Zone: X
School District: St Landry Parish
Legal Desc: 1 LOT (.795 AC) N E W ARDOINS HWY 743 FRONTING ON HWY 743 IN SEC 58 T-6S R-4E
General Property Description
Approximate Age: 76+ Years
Condition: Fair
Lot Dimensions: 135.2X597.1
Stories: 1
SqFt - Living: 1559
SqFt - Source: Appraiser
SqFt - Total: 1855
Mineral Rights: Conveyed
Assn Fee: None
SqFt - Covered Porch: 96
SqFt - Carport: 600
Property Condition: Fixer
Warranty: No
Acreage Range: 0.51 - 0.99
Pool on Subject Property: No
# Bedrooms: 2
Baths - Full: 2
Total Baths: 2
Acres: 0.8
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: Escape the hustle and bustle while still enjoying city conveniences with this charming 1,554 sq. ft. cottage on 0.80 acre—unrestricted, unzoned, and located in Flood Zone X. Offering space, flexibility, and potential, this one-story home is ideal for those looking for room to grow or customize. Inside, you'll find a large galley kitchen with solid wood cabinets, an oversized walk-in pantry, and all appliances included. A generous laundry room provides excellent storage, and a versatile flex space that easily adapts as a home office, hobby room, or potential third bedroom. The primary suite features dual closets and a private bath, creating a comfortable retreat. Outside, a covered carport offers the perfect spot for weekend gatherings or relaxing evenings. With 200-amp electrical, a new mechanical sewer, and a peaceful setting just minutes from I-49 and the Walmart Distribution Center, this property delivers the best of country feel with convenient access. Sold as is and priced to reflect the potential—don't miss this opportunity.
Office/Member/Contract Info
REO: No
Style
Creole Cottage: 1
Traditional: 1
Levels
One: 1
Siding
Vinyl Siding: 1
Parking
Attached: 1
Carport: 1
Boat: 1
Carport Spaces: 3
Open: 1
RV Access/Parking: 1
Road Frontage
Highway: 1
Paved: 1
State Road: 1
Construction
Frame: 1
Foundation
Piers: 1
Exterior
Outside Light: 1
Patio
Porch: 1
Covered: 1
Roof
Metal: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Electric: 1
Interior
Attic Access: 1
Computer Nook: 1
Dual Closets: 1
Electric Dryer Con: 1
Electric Stove Con: 1
Electric Washer Con: 1
Gas Stove Con: 1
Primary Bath: 1
Walk-in Pantry: 1
Walk-In Closet(s): 1
Window Treatments: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Flooring
Laminate: 1
Vinyl Sheet: 1
Wood: 1
Sewer
Mechanical Sewer: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Water Company: Port Barre
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Gas Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Utilities
Elec: CLECO: 1
Gas: Atmos: 1
Countertops
Cultured Marble: 1
Formica: 1
Documents
Property Disclosure: 1
Security Features
Smoke Detector(s): 1
Fencing
Barbed Wire: 1
Partial: 1
Wood: 1
Lot
Back Yard Access: 1
Level: 1
Window Features
Aluminum Frames: 1
Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
Private Banking: 1
Miscellaneous
Fixer-Upper: 1
Originating Details
Originating System ID: M00000300
Originating System Key: 20251015202456362679
Originating System Listing ID: 2500004575
Originating System Name: RAA Flex
Location Tax Legal Info
Street Number: 1698
Street Name: Highway 743
Parish: St. Landry
State: LA
Zip Code: 70570
Subdivision: None
Area: L1
Tax Assessment Number: 0105932500g
Zone: Unzoned
Elementary School: Call School Board
Middle School: Call School Board
High School: Call School Board
Directions: I-49 North to US-190 East onto exit 19A, head towards Port Barre for approximately 3.5 miles onto LA-743 for 1.3 miles, house will be on the right at sign.
Property Features
Style: Creole Cottage; Traditional
Levels: One
Siding: Vinyl Siding
Parking: Attached; Boat; Carport; Open; RV Access/Parking
Construction: Frame
Foundation: Piers
Road Frontage: Highway; Paved; State Road
Roof: Metal
Interior: Attic Access; Computer Nook; Dual Closets; Electric Dryer Con; Electric Stove Con; Electric Washer Con; Gas Stove Con; Primary Bath; Walk-in Pantry; Walk-In Closet(s); Window Treatments
Flooring: Laminate; Vinyl Sheet; Wood
Heating: Central; Electric
Cooling: Central Air
Appliances: Dishwasher; Gas Range; Refrigerator
Countertops: Cultured Marble; Formica
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Barbed Wire; Partial; Wood
Lot: Back Yard Access; Level
Patio: Covered; Porch
Exterior: Outside Light
Window Features: Aluminum Frames
Sewer: Mechanical Sewer
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Elec: CLECO; Gas: Atmos
Miscellaneous: Fixer-Upper
Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; Private Banking
Documents: Property Disclosure; Property Disclosure
Documents
Floor Plan ›Listing Office: Compass
Last Updated: January - 14 - 2026
Broker Attribution:
337-233-9700
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