8286 HWY 44, Convent, LA 70723
$786,000
Property Type:
Land
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
1,785,960
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$786,000
List Date:
8/15/2025
Last Modified:
1/12/2026
Description
**Rare Riverfront Opportunity on the Mississippi River - 8286 Highway 44, Convent, LA 70723** Discover an exceptional property with unlimited potential in the heart of St. James Parish. This unique property includes: ***Charming Home: A 1,200+/- sq. ft. residence featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bath - perfect as a primary home, guest house, or rental. ***Expansive Acreage: Over 41+- acres of land, providing space for agriculture, recreation, or future development w/Approx. 170' of road frontage on HWY 44. ***Batture Property on the Mississippi River: Direct access to the riverfront adds both scenic beauty and significant investment value. With highway frontage and a prime location along historic River Road, this property combines residential comfort with remarkable land and water access. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, a working property, or a long-term investment, this is a rare find. **SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, Please do not enter property without an appointment.**
Supplements: ********
More Information MLS# BR2025015235
Location, Tax & Legal Info
School District: St James Parish
Legal Desc: 41 ACRES OF LAND BD. BY ED.ROME-R. ROME & 1 LOT BD BY DENNIS & ED. ROME (100 X 78)BOOK 149-816 BOOK 274-385BOOK 321-599 355-283 #104932BOOK 355-725 E.N. 105359FIFE GLADYS R. & PEARL D.
Location
Rural: 1
General Property Description
Lot Dimensions: 170
St Front (Ft): 170
Mobile Allowed: Yes
Mineral Rights: Reserved
Acreage Range: 30 - 49.99
Acres: 41
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: **Rare Riverfront Opportunity on the Mississippi River - 8286 Highway 44, Convent, LA 70723** Discover an exceptional property with unlimited potential in the heart of St. James Parish. This unique property includes: ***Charming Home: A 1,200+/- sq. ft. residence featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bath - perfect as a primary home, guest house, or rental. ***Expansive Acreage: Over 41+- acres of land, providing space for agriculture, recreation, or future development w/Approx. 170' of road frontage on HWY 44. ***Batture Property on the Mississippi River: Direct access to the riverfront adds both scenic beauty and significant investment value. With highway frontage and a prime location along historic River Road, this property combines residential comfort with remarkable land and water access. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, a working property, or a long-term investment, this is a rare find. **SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, Please do not enter property without an appointment.**
Office/Member/Contract Info
List AOR: GBRAR
Price Includes
Land: 1
Other: 1
Present Use
Agriculture: 1
Other: 1
Potential Use
Industrial: 1
Multi-Family: 1
Single Family: 1
Other: 1
Road Frontage
State Road: 1
Lot Description
Level: 1
Improvements
None: 1
Buildings
Other: 1
Farm Equipment
None: 1
Utilities
Electricity Available: 1
Electricity Connected: 1
Natural Gas Connected: 1
Restrictions
Pipeline: 1
Waterfront
Bayou: 1
Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Originating Details
Originating System ID: ROAMP
Originating System Key: 2025015235
Originating System Listing ID: 2025015235
Originating System Name: ROAM Paragon
Listing Info
Status: Active
Listing Date: 2025-08-15
Listing Price: 786000
Current Price: $786,000
Modification Timestamp: 2026-01-12T13:52:49Z
Photo Modified: 2025-08-15T20:25:41Z
Location Tax Legal Info
Street Number: 8286
Street Name: HWY 44
Parish: St. James
State: LA
Zip Code: 70723
Subdivision: Rural Tract (NO Subd)
Tax Assessment Number: 400084390
Directions: Located on Hwy 44 in Convent LA between Pleasant Hill St and Romeville St.
Property Features
Price Includes: Land; Other
Present Use: Agriculture; Other
Potential Use: Industrial; Multi-Family; Single Family; Other
Lot Description: Level
Road Frontage: State Road
Location: Rural
Improvements: None
Buildings: Other
Farm Equipment: None
Utilities: Electricity Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected
Restrictions: Pipeline
Waterfront: Bayou
Financing: Cash; Conventional
Listing Office:
Scot Himel
IDX
Last Updated: January - 12 - 2026
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