714 SOUVENIR GATE, Lafayette, LA 70506
$235,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
2
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
2,049
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
6,534
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$235,000
List Date:
6/01/2026
Last Modified:
6/30/2026
Overview
Description
...
(Read more)
Step aside cookie-cutter homes--714 Souvenir Gate has stories to tell! Rumored to have been built around 1860, this charming home is packed with character, personality, and the kind of craftsmanship that's hard to find today. Whether the rumor is true or not, one thing is certain: this home has stood the test of time and still knows how to make an impression. Offering just under 1,500 square feet of living area, this unique home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile loft space. Need a third bedroom? Home office? Gaming retreat? Reading nook? The loft says, "Why not all of the above?" Recent updates provide peace of mind while preserving the home's historic charm, including a new roof and a central AC system replaced in 2021. Location? It doesn't get much better. Nestled in Lafayette's highly sought-after St. Streets area, one of the city's most beloved and character-filled neighborhoods, you'll enjoy all the charm of a historic community while being less than a mile from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and less than 1/2 mile from the Cajundome. Restaurants, shopping, local favorites, and the vibrant culture of Lafayette are all just minutes away. From the moment you walk in, you'll notice the warmth, character, and timeless appeal that make this property truly special. If you've been searching for a home with history, charm, personality, and an address in the coveted St. Streets, 714 Souvenir Gate is ready to become part of your story. Schedule your showing today and come see why ordinary homes just can't compete with a house that may have been around since before the Civil War!
Listing Details MLS# BR2026009989
Listing Info
- Delayed Marketing
- No
- Listing Price
- 235000
- List Price/SqFt
- 158.78
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Document Modified
- 2026-06-19 09:39:15.471100
- Modification Timestamp
- 2026-06-30T14:59:20Z
- Photo Modified
- 2026-06-03T18:33:26Z
Location Tax Legal Info
- Street Number
- 714
- Street Name
- SOUVENIR GATE
- Parish
- Lafayette
- State
- LA
- Zip Code
- 70506
- Subdivision
- Rural Tract (NO Subd)
- Tax Assessment Number
- 6065833
- Directions
- University Avenue to Right on W Congress then Left on St. Mary, then Right on Souvenir Gate. House on the Right before St. Patrick.
General Property Description
- # Bedrooms
- 2
- Baths - Full
- 2
- Total Baths
- 2
- SqFt - Living
- 1480
- SqFt - Total
- 2049
- SqFt - Source
- Approximate
- SqFt - Covered Porch
- 316
- SqFt - Carport
- 253
- Year Built
- 1860
- Acres
- 0.15
- Acreage Range
- 0 - 0.5
- Lot Dimensions
- 50X130
- Mineral Rights
- Conveyed
- Pool on Subject Property
- No
Rooms
- Bedroom 1 Level
- First
- Dining Room Level
- First
- Kitchen Level
- First
- Living Room Level
- First
- Primary Bedroom Level
- First
- Bedroom 2 Level
- First
- Bedroom 3 Level
- First
- Bedroom 1
- Yes
- Dining Room
- Yes
- Kitchen
- Yes
- Living Room
- Yes
- Primary Bedroom
- Yes
- Bedroom 2
- Yes
- Bedroom 3
- Yes
Originating Details
- Originating System ID
- ROAMP
- Originating System Key
- 2026009989
- Originating System Listing ID
- 2026009989
- Originating System Name
- ROAM Paragon
Location, Tax & Legal Info
- School District
- Lafayette Parish
- Legal Desc
- LOT 4 BLK 3 BROUSSARD SUB (50X130)
More Information
Remarks & Misc
- Remarks
- Step aside cookie-cutter homes--714 Souvenir Gate has stories to tell! Rumored to have been built around 1860, this charming home is packed with character, personality, and the kind of craftsmanship that's hard to find today. Whether the rumor is true or not, one thing is certain: this home has stood the test of time and still knows how to make an impression. Offering just under 1,500 square feet of living area, this unique home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile loft space. Need a third bedroom? Home office? Gaming retreat? Reading nook? The loft says, "Why not all of the above?" Recent updates provide peace of mind while preserving the home's historic charm, including a new roof and a central AC system replaced in 2021. Location? It doesn't get much better. Nestled in Lafayette's highly sought-after St. Streets area, one of the city's most beloved and character-filled neighborhoods, you'll enjoy all the charm of a historic community while being less than a mile from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and less than 1/2 mile from the Cajundome. Restaurants, shopping, local favorites, and the vibrant culture of Lafayette are all just minutes away. From the moment you walk in, you'll notice the warmth, character, and timeless appeal that make this property truly special. If you've been searching for a home with history, charm, personality, and an address in the coveted St. Streets, 714 Souvenir Gate is ready to become part of your story. Schedule your showing today and come see why ordinary homes just can't compete with a house that may have been around since before the Civil War!
Office/Member/Contract Info
- List AOR
- GBRAR
Siding
- Vinyl Siding
- Yes
Parking
- Carport
- Yes
Construction
- Frame
- Yes
Foundation
- Piers
- Yes
Patio
- Covered
- Yes
Heating
- Central
- Yes
- Natural Gas
- Yes
Cooling
- Central Air
- Yes
Flooring
- Laminate
- Yes
- Vinyl Sheet
- Yes
- Wood
- Yes
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Gas Cooktop
- Yes
Utilities
- Gas: Atmos
- Yes
Countertops
- Tile
- Yes
Financing
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
- FHA
- Yes
- VA
- Yes
Property Features
Siding:
Vinyl Siding
Parking:
Carport
Construction:
Frame
Foundation:
Piers
Flooring:
Laminate; Vinyl Sheet; Wood
Heating:
Central; Natural Gas
Cooling:
Central Air
Appliances:
Dishwasher; Gas Cooktop
Countertops:
Tile
Rooms:
Bedroom 1; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3
Patio:
Covered
Utilities:
Gas: Atmos
Financing:
Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Width | Level | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 1 | 11.00 | 11.00 | First | BEDROOM |
| Kitchen | 12.00 | 15.00 | First | KITCHEN |
| Kitchen | 12.00 | 15.00 | First | KITCHEN |
| Kitchen | 12.00 | 15.00 | First | KITCHEN |
| Primary Bedroom | 12.00 | 11.00 | First | PRIMARY BEDROOM |
| Primary Bedroom | 12.00 | 11.00 | First | PRIMARY BEDROOM |
| Primary Bedroom | 12.00 | 11.00 | First | PRIMARY BEDROOM |
| Dining Room | 13.00 | 19.00 | First | DINING ROOM |
| Dining Room | 13.00 | 19.00 | First | DINING ROOM |
| Dining Room | 13.00 | 19.00 | First | DINING ROOM |
| Bedroom 2 | 11.00 | 11.00 | First | BEDROOM |
| Living Room | 30.00 | 11.00 | First | LIVING ROOM |
| Living Room | 30.00 | 11.00 | First | LIVING ROOM |
| Living Room | 30.00 | 11.00 | First | LIVING ROOM |
| Bedroom 3 | 11.00 | 11.00 | First | BEDROOM |
IDX
Listing Office:
Covington & Associates Real Estate, LLC
Last Updated: June - 30 - 2026
The data relating to real estate for sale or lease on this website comes in part from the IDX program of the REALTOR® Association of Acadiana MLS. The IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commericial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.

Property Condition Disclosure ›