211 Meridian Avenue, Lafayette, LA 70508 (MLS# 2020024673)

211 Meridian Avenue, Lafayette, LA 70508

$4,500,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4.2 Square Footage: 7,807 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 54,450 Status: Pending
Current Price: $4,500,000 List Date: 6/13/2025 Last Modified: 6/19/2025

Description

Poised on two bulkheaded riverfront lots along the most coveted curve of the Vermilion, this extraordinary legacy estate is a rare offering in Lafayette's prestigious River Ranch. Originally commissioned for philanthropists James and Ruth Moncus, the home spans over 7,800 square feet of masterfully crafted interiors on 1.25 lush, manicured acres, wrapped in sweeping water views, antique brickwork, and the canopy of a registered 300-year-old live oak. Conceived with timeless architectural integrity, the residence features soaring ceilings ranging from 12 to 22 feet, two custom stone fireplaces, and a refined materials palette including Taj Mahal quartzite, marble, limestone, and hand-finished cherry hardwood floors. A full-scale renovation in 2017 elevated the home's living spaces to modern European standards with imported custom drapery, bespoke lighting, and an open-concept flow ideal for formal entertaining or intimate gathering. At its heart lies a chef's kitchen outfitted with a La Cornue Château French range, dual 36' Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezers, custom cabinetry, instant hot water, sonic ice maker, and hand-selected finishes that balance beauty with functionality. Designed for effortless entertaining, the outdoor kitchen pavilion boasts a Viking grill, commercial-grade hood, boiler, refrigerator, dishwasher, ice machine, and a third fireplace—all seamlessly connected to the main living area with accordion-style glass doors able to dissolve the boundary between indoors and out. The grounds feature a heated, automated pool and spa, edged in antique St. Louis brick and a concrete balustrade, offering panoramic river views framed by curated landscaping and discreet lighting. Additional highlights include: nfrared sauna & private exercise suite 45kW whole-home generator Cat-5 wiring, Bose surround sound (indoors & out), 9 coppersmith gas lanterns Three-car garage (1 bay climate-controlled) + hand-laid brick guest parking and more!

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More Information MLS# 2020024673

Listing Info

Status: Pending Listing Date: 2025-06-06 Listing Price: 4500000 Current Price: $4,500,000 List Price/SqFt: 576.41 Type: Single Family Residence Property Attached: No Sub-Type: Garden/Patio

Location Tax Legal Info

Street Number: 211 Street Name: Meridian St Suffix: Avenue Parish: Lafayette State: LA Zip Code: 70508 Subdivision: River Ranch Area: G1 Tax Assessment Number: 6166399 Elementary School: Cpl. M. Middlebrook Middle School: Edgar Martin High School: Comeaux Directions: Settlers Trace Blvd to W Martial Ave in Lafayette. Turn right onto Arabella Blvd. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Meridian Avenue. 211 Meridian is on the left.

General Property Description

# Bedrooms: 4 Baths - Full: 4 Baths - 1/2: 2 Total Baths: 4.2 SqFt - Living: 7807 SqFt - Lower: 10194 SqFt - Upper: 770 SqFt - Total: 10964 SqFt - Source: Appraiser Stories: 2 SqFt - Covered Porch: 1855 SqFt - Storage: 400 SqFt - Carport: 441 SqFt - Garage: 857 Year Built: 2010 Approximate Age: 11 - 15 Years Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Warranty: No Acres: 1.25 Acreage Range: 1 - 2.99 Assn Fee: Required Assn Fee $: 540 Assn Fee Terms: Quarterly Lot Dimensions: Irregular Mineral Rights: Conveyed Pool on Subject Property: Yes

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date: 2025-06-16

Parking

Carport Spaces: 2 Garage Spaces: 3

Water Source

Water Company: LUS

Property Features

Style: Acadian; Other Levels: One and One Half Siding: Brick; Stucco Construction: Frame Foundation: Piling/Stilt; Slab Roof: Composition Interior: 9+ Ft Ceiling; Attic Access; Beamed Ceilings; Bookcases; Built-Ins; Computer Nook; Crown Molding; Garden Tub; Gas Dryer Con; Gas Stove Con; Multi-Head Shower; Office; Primary Bath; Separate Shower; Varied Ceiling Heights; Vaulted Ceilings; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar; Window Treatments Fireplace: 2 Fireplaces; Double Sided; Gas Log Flooring: Carpet; Marble; Tile; Wood Heating: Central; Heat Pump; Multi Units; Natural Gas Cooling: 2 or More Units; Central Air; Heat Pump; Zoned Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Cooktop; Gas Range; Ice Machine; Indoor Grill; Microwave; Plumbed For Ice Maker; Refrigerator; Washer Countertops: Granite Security Features: Security System; Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Fencing: Brick; Partial; Other Lot: Back Yard Access; Landscaped; Sprinkler System; Views; Water Frontage Patio: Covered; Porch Amenities: Acreage Exterior: Gas/Propane Grill; Outside Kitchen; Outside Light; Other Other Structures: Sheds(s); Storage Waterfront: Bayou/River; Frontage Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public Utilities: Elec: City; Gas: City Pool: Gunite; Inground Reserved Item: Other - See Remarks Financing: Cash; Conventional
Listing Office: Hargroder Real Estate Group
Last Updated: June - 19 - 2025
211 Meridian Avenue, Lafayette, LA 70508- MLS# 2020024673
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