1918 Edwards Street, Opelousas, LA 70570 (MLS# 2600000488)

1918 Edwards Street, Opelousas, LA 70570

$169,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,461 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 18,295 Status: Active/Contingent - Showings Allowed
Current Price: $169,900 List Date: 2/02/2026 Last Modified: 4/30/2026

Overview

Description

Built in 1965, this beautifully maintained home exudes timeless charm. Offering 1,461 square feet of living space, it features 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, all set on a generous double frontage lot measuring .419 of an acre — a rare find so close to town. Step inside to a warm and inviting living area complete with built-ins, a gas fireplace, and abundant natural light. You'll appreciate the character of the original hardwood floors, the comfortable flow of the floor plan, and the neutral color palette throughout. Exterior highlights include a one-car carport, wood siding, gutters, and a new roof installed in 2021, along with fresh interior and exterior paint that same year. The yard is nicely landscaped, and the large fully fenced backyard offers both privacy and room to enjoy the outdoors. Located in an area where flood insurance is not required, this property presents a solid opportunity for those seeking beauty, space, and classic style conveniently located near ...

Listing Details MLS# 2600000488

Listing Info

Delayed Marketing
No
Listing Price
169900
List Price/SqFt
116.29
Type
Single Family Residence
Property Attached
No
Document Modified
2026-02-26 10:57:11.898032
Modification Timestamp
2026-04-30T13:39:22Z
Photo Modified
2026-02-02T18:51:13Z

Location Tax Legal Info

Street Number
1918
Street Name
Edwards
St Suffix
Street
Parish
St. Landry
State
LA
Zip Code
70570
Subdivision
City Park Addition
Area
L2
Tax Assessment Number
0101200000a
Elementary School
Park Vista
Middle School
Opelousas
High School
Opelousas
Directions
Take I-49 North towards Opelousas. Take Exit 17, Judson Walsh Drive. At stop sign take left. At LA 182 | S Union Street take right for 1 mile. At light take left onto E Dunbar Street. Take right onto Edwards Street. House is on left.

General Property Description

# Bedrooms
2
Baths - Full
2
Total Baths
2
SqFt - Living
1461
SqFt - Source
Appraiser
Stories
Yes
Approximate Age
51 - 75 Years
Property Condition
Resale
Condition
Excellent
Acres
0.42
Acreage Range
0 - 0.5
Assn Fee
None
Lot Dimensions
75.44 X 119.54 X 16.19 X 123.70 X 70 X 242.81
Mineral Rights
Conveyed
Pool on Subject Property
No

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date
2026-04-03

Parking

Carport Spaces
Yes
Attached
Yes
Carport
Yes
Open
Yes

Sewer

Sewer Company
City of Opelousas
Public Sewer
Yes

More Information

Water Source

Water Company
City of Opelousas
Public
Yes

Originating Details

Originating System ID
M00000300
Originating System Key
20260202043935245184
Originating System Listing ID
2600000488
Originating System Name
RAA Flex

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Flood Zone
X
School District
St Landry Parish
Legal Desc
1 LOT 5 (70X100) BLK 2 CITY PARK ADD N LOT 3 S LOT 6 E EDWARDS ST W LOTS 12 & 13 FRONTING 70' ON EDWARDS ST 1 LOT 12 (70X120) BLK 2 CITY PARK ADD N LOT 13 S LOT 11 E LOT 5 W ALONZO ST FRONTING 70' ON ALONZO ST 1 LOT PART LOT 4 (16.19X100) BLK 2 CITY

Remarks & Misc

Remarks
Built in 1965, this beautifully maintained home exudes timeless charm. Offering 1,461 square feet of living space, it features 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, all set on a generous double frontage lot measuring .419 of an acre — a rare find so close to town. Step inside to a warm and inviting living area complete with built-ins, a gas fireplace, and abundant natural light. You'll appreciate the character of the original hardwood floors, the comfortable flow of the floor plan, and the neutral color palette throughout. Exterior highlights include a one-car carport, wood siding, gutters, and a new roof installed in 2021, along with fresh interior and exterior paint that same year. The yard is nicely landscaped, and the large fully fenced backyard offers both privacy and room to enjoy the outdoors. Located in an area where flood insurance is not required, this property presents a solid opportunity for those seeking beauty, space, and classic style conveniently located near South City Park, shopping, and everyday essentials.

Office/Member/Contract Info

REO
No

Style

Traditional
Yes

Levels

One
Yes

Siding

Wood
Yes

Equipment

Ceiling Fans
Yes

Road Frontage

Paved
Yes

Construction

Frame
Yes

Foundation

Slab
Yes

Exterior

Outside Light
Yes

Patio

Open
Yes

Fireplace

1 Fireplace
Yes
Gas
Yes
Ventless
Yes

Roof

Composition
Yes

Heating

Central
Yes
Natural Gas
Yes

Interior

Attic Access
Yes
Bookcases
Yes
Built-Ins
Yes
Crown Molding
Yes
Electric Dryer Con
Yes
Electric Washer Con
Yes
Gas Stove Con
Yes
Primary Bath
Yes
Window Treatments
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes

Flooring

Brick
Yes
Tile
Yes
Vinyl Plank
Yes
Wood
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Gas Range
Yes
Plumbed For Ice Maker
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Water Purifier
Yes

Utilities

Elec: CLECO
Yes
Gas: Delta Utilities
Yes

Countertops

Cultured Marble
Yes
Formica
Yes
Other
Yes

Documents

Property Disclosure
Yes

Amenities

Park
Yes
Playground
Yes

Security Features

Security System
Yes
Smoke Detector(s)
Yes

Fencing

Brick
Yes
Chain Link
Yes
Full
Yes
Wood
Yes

Lot

Back Yard Access
Yes
Landscaped
Yes
Level
Yes

Other Structures

Sheds(s)
Yes

Window Features

Wood Frames
Yes

Financing

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

Reserved Item

Drapes
Yes

Property Features

Style: Traditional Levels: One Siding: Wood Parking: Attached; Carport; Open Construction: Frame Foundation: Slab Road Frontage: Paved Roof: Composition Interior: Attic Access; Bookcases; Built-Ins; Crown Molding; Electric Dryer Con; Electric Washer Con; Gas Stove Con; Primary Bath; Window Treatments Fireplace: 1 Fireplace; Gas; Ventless Flooring: Brick; Tile; Vinyl Plank; Wood Heating: Central; Natural Gas Cooling: Central Air Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Range; Plumbed For Ice Maker; Refrigerator; Water Purifier Countertops: Cultured Marble; Formica; Other Security Features: Security System; Smoke Detector(s) Fencing: Brick; Chain Link; Full; Wood Lot: Back Yard Access; Landscaped; Level Patio: Open Amenities: Park; Playground Exterior: Outside Light Other Structures: Sheds(s) Window Features: Wood Frames Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public Utilities: Elec: CLECO; Gas: Delta Utilities Reserved Item: Drapes Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; Private Banking; Rural Development; VA Documents: Property Disclosure; Property Disclosure
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Listing Office: Heart & Home Real Estate, LLC
Last Updated: April - 30 - 2026
Broker Attribution: 337-308-0944

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