609 E Main Street, Ville Platte, LA 70586
$150,000
Property Type:
Comm Bldg Sale/Lease
Square Footage:
1,190
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
17,424
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$150,000
List Date:
6/23/2026
Last Modified:
7/02/2026
Listing Details MLS# 2600005671
Listing Info
- For Sale
- Yes
- Delayed Marketing
- No
- For Lease
- No
- Listing Price
- 150000
- List Price/SqFt
- 126.05
- Date Available
- 2026-06-23
- Document Modified
- 2026-06-23 14:09:55.498776
- Modification Timestamp
- 2026-07-02T14:55:02Z
- Photo Modified
- 2026-06-23T19:09:55Z
Location Tax Legal Info
- Street Number
- 609
- Dir
- E
- Street Name
- Main
- St Suffix
- Street
- Parish
- Evangeline
- State
- LA
- Zip Code
- 70586
- Subdivision
- None
- Area
- Evangeline
- Tax Assessment Number
- 0110257828
- Zone
- Commercial
- Directions
- Coming from Lafayette head N on I 49 towards Opelousas. Take exit 23 for US 167 N towards Ville Platte. Turn left onto US 167 N. In 16.4 miles turn left onto N Soileau St. Turn left onto W Main St. Destination will be on the left.
General Property Description
- Acres
- 0.4
- SqFt - Total
- 1190
- SqFt - Source
- Owner
- Stories
- Yes
- Mineral Rights
- Negotiable
- Approximate Age
- 76+ Years
- Acreage Range
- 0 - 0.5
- SqFt - Retail
- 0
- SqFt - Office
- 0
- SqFt - Warehouse
- 0
Sewer
- Sewer Company
- Ville Platte
- Public Sewer
- Yes
Water Source
- Water Company
- Ville Platte
- Public
- Yes
Originating Details
- Originating System ID
- M00000300
- Originating System Key
- 20260623185458790531
- Originating System Listing ID
- 2600005671
- Originating System Name
- RAA Flex
More Information
Location, Tax & Legal Info
- Flood Zone
- AE
- Legal Desc
- 0.397 ACRE TRACT OF LAND BEING A PORTION OF THE ORIGINAL DR. ARTHUR VIDRINE, JR. ESTATE SITUATED IN SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 2 EAST, SOUTHWESTERN LAND DISTRICT, CITY OF VILLE PLATTE, EVANGELINE PARISH, LOUISIANA.
Location
- Downtown
- Yes
Sale/Lease Info
- Lease Purchase
- No
- Est Bldg Ins
- No
Remarks & Misc
- Remarks
- The Jean Marie Laran House - A Historic Treasure in the Heart of Ville PlatteStep into a rare piece of Louisiana history with The Jean Marie Laran House, a beautifully preserved raised cottage built in 1883 and located on iconic Main Street in Ville Platte. Surrounded by majestic live oaks--one of which is officially registered--this property offers a storybook setting for those with a passion for the past and a vision for the future. Originally built by French descendants, the home showcases timeless architectural details, including a full-length front gallery and striking exposed ceiling beams that echo its European heritage. Carefully updated beginning in the 1920s, the home has retained much of its original character, from the handcrafted woodwork to the original fireplace mantel that still anchors the space. With 1,072 square feet of flexible space, this property currently serves as a commercial location but could easily be converted back to a charming residence. In fact, it once operated as a museum, offering a glimpse into local heritage and community pride. Recognized for its cultural significance, the home was nominated for State Historic Preservation designation in 2007 and is officially on the National Register (No. 7001486). Ideal for entrepreneurs, small business owners, or those who cherish vintage craftsmanship, this property offers limitless potential--be it as a boutique, gallery, office, or cozy historic home. Whether you're a history lover, antique enthusiast, or creative visionary, The Jean Marie Laran House invites you to write your next chapter in a setting as rich and distinctive as your ambitions. Schedule your private showing today and discover the legacy waiting to be revived.
Office/Member/Contract Info
- List AOR
- RAA
Property Type
- Medical
- Yes
- Professional/Office
- Yes
- Retail
- Yes
Price Includes
- Real Estate
- Yes
Parking
- Limestone/Shell
- Yes
- On Site
- Yes
- Parking Lot
- Yes
- Rear Parking
- Yes
Road Frontage
- Paved
- Yes
- Public Street
- Yes
Construction
- Frame
- Yes
Foundation
- Brick Piers
- Yes
- Concrete Piers
- Yes
Lot Description
- Level
- Yes
Exterior
- None
- Yes
Roof
- Metal
- Yes
Heating
- Central
- Yes
Cooling
- Central Air
- Yes
Gas
- individual Meter
- Yes
Flooring
- Wood
- Yes
Electricity
- 110 Volts
- Yes
- Individual Meter
- Yes
Financing
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
- Private Banking
- Yes
Documents List
- Flood Determination Disclosure
- Yes
- Plat Map
- Yes
Property Features
Property Type:
Medical; Professional/Office; Retail
Location:
Downtown
Road Frontage:
Paved; Public Street
Exterior:
None
Heating:
Central
Cooling:
Central Air
Gas:
individual Meter
Electricity:
110 Volts; Individual Meter
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Water Source:
Public
Construction:
Frame
Roof:
Metal
Flooring:
Wood
Lot Description:
Level
Parking:
Limestone/Shell; On Site; Parking Lot; Rear Parking
Foundation:
Brick Piers; Concrete Piers
Financing:
Cash; Conventional; Private Banking
Price Includes:
Real Estate
Documents List:
Flood Determination Disclosure; Plat Map
Flood Determination Disclosure ›
IDX
Listing Office:
Real Broker, LLC
Last Updated: July - 02 - 2026
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