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This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 1692 S Perkins Ferry in Lake Charles, LA is listed for $499,900 ($194 per sqft). Built in 1998, the home offers 2,575 sqft of living space on a 0.56 acres lot.

Agent Description

Experience waterfront living at its finest in this beautifully updated 4 bedroom 3 bath home offering breathtaking views of both the Calcasieu River and the scenic bayou. Situated on a large waterfront lot with approximately 100 feet of frontage on the Calcasieu River in desirable Moss Bluff, this unique property combines stunning views, exceptional outdoor amenities, and versatile living space.

An expansive front porch provides the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee, watch river traffic, and take in spectacular sunsets over the Calcasieu River. At the rear of the home, a screened porch overlooks the bayou, creating a peaceful retreat to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty year-round.

The main residence features an open-concept floor plan designed for entertaining, highlighted by vaulted ceilings, a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, custom built-ins, and luxury vinyl plank flooring. The gourmet kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a large island with bar seating, pantry, corner sink overlooking the water, and abundant cabinet space.

The primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with a soaking tub, separate shower, updated vanity, and walk-in closet. A major bonus is the attached 736-square-foot apartment/mother-in-law suite connected by the screened porch, complete with its own bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living area—perfect for guests, multi-generational living, or potential rental income.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love the impressive waterfront improvements, including a vinyl bulkhead, a 24' x 22' dock with water and electricity, boat slip, and a 6,000-pound boat lift that was fully serviced in 2025 and fitted for a tri-toon boat. Enjoy fishing, boating, and spectacular sunsets right from your backyard.

The area beneath the home has been thoughtfully designed for both functionality and entertaining. It offers covered parking for up to three vehicles, multiple enclosed storage areas, and a large covered entertainment space ideal for crawfish boils, family gatherings, game days, or outdoor living.

A dedicated 20-amp outlet is already in place for outdoor cooking equipment or a sauna. The extensive concrete parking also provides ample room for additional vehicles, boats, trailers, and RVs. Recent updates include fresh paint, new dock decking, all new front landscaping, a 2024 GE refrigerator, new toilets with electrical connections for bidets

, HVAC servicing and duct improvements in 2025, a drip irrigation system for front flower beds and porch planters, and a transferable termite contract through 2026. Gardening enthusiasts will appreciate the nine raised metal garden beds currently producing strawberries, sweet potatoes, rosemary, and a mature mulberry tree.

With a newer roof, spray foam insulation, private dock and boat lift, guest apartment, incredible outdoor living spaces, and panoramic water views from both the front and rear of the property, this move-in-ready waterfront retreat offers the best of Louisiana riverfront living.

Key Features

  • Built in 1998
  • 0.56 acre lot
  • 3 parking spaces
  • Private pool
  • Fireplace
  • Waterfront

Property Details

3 full
3 spaces
1998

Amenities

PoolFireplaceWaterfrontRV Parking

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,674/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$362
Interest$2,166
Insurance$146

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1692 S Perkins Ferry

Lake Charles, LA 70611

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Built-in FeaturesBalconyBathtubCathedral Ceiling(s)Ceiling Fan(s)Crown MoldingIn-law FloorplanKitchen IslandKitchenetteKitchenopentofamilyroomOpen FloorplanPantryRecessed LightingRemodeled KitchenShowerShower In TubStorage

Exterior Features

Boat LiftDock PrivateLightingBack YardFront YardLawnIrregular LotWaterfrontPoolChain LinkCoveredConcreteFront PorchRear PorchScreened PorchSlab

Property Details

Construction

FrameVinyl Siding

Parking

CoveredDrivewayRV

Heating

CentralFireplace(s)Wood (Heating)

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)Central Air

Appliances

CooktopCooktop - GasDishwasherGarbage DisposerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 1692 S Perkins Ferry is listed at $499,900 ($194/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,166 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1998, 0.56 acre lot, 3 parking spaces, Private pool, Fireplace, Waterfront. Interior Features: Built-in Features, Balcony, Bathtub. Exterior Features: Boat Lift, Dock Private, Lighting.

This property is listed by Robbie Ingle and can be reached at 3373040481 or ringle@inglesafari.com.

RI

Robbie Ingle

Agent at Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari R

(337) 304-0481

Listed by Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari R · View on Broker Site

MLS# 5276· Source: listhub· Updated 1 days ago

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1692 S Perkins Ferry, Lake Charles, LA 70611

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