c.1840 Four Bedroom Louisiana Home $195K
OHU50K Notes $195,000
Realtor Comments
Discover a piece of Louisiana history with this registered 1840s Old Colonial French architecture-style Creole cottage in historic Washington, LA, offering timeless elegance and incredible potential. This charming home features a grand foyer leading to a large formal dining hall, three ground-floor bedrooms (two with private baths), hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, plaster medallions with chandeliers, three beautiful Louisiana landscape murals, a double parlor, central hall, and front and back galleries. A spacious upstairs area offers the potential for additional bedrooms or flexible living space, while two additional corner lots and a restorable large pond provide opportunities for further development or garden enhancements. Located in a walkable village with a relaxed country atmosphere, it is just 25 minutes from Lafayette Regional Airport and 2 hours from New Orleans, with convenient access to restaurants, a pharmacy, a walking park, and local hotspots. This unique property offers an exceptional opportunity for ownership or investment.
- 4 bed
- 2.5 bath
- Build date 1840
225 W Carriere St, Washington, LA 70589 $195,000
- Contact Realtor: Colby Richard
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Pros
Low Cost of Living & Affordable Housing
Median home values are quite reasonable; homes tend to be much cheaper than in many urban parts of Louisiana or other states.
Mortgage payments (on average) are also low.
Small‑Town / Suburban Feel
Washington has a quiet, small‑town atmosphere, which many people prefer for peace, less traffic, fewer crowds.
It has enough of a local feel to foster community ties, but is not so remote that it’s completely isolated.
Livability
Generally, people rate it favorably for its basic quality of life: less stress from congestion, lower living costs, simpler day‑to‑day life.
For families or people wanting more space, it’s more plausible to get a yard, larger lot, etc., versus denser cities.
Reasonable Education & Safety (Relative to Small Towns)
Some sources list “education” and “crime” among its pros, suggesting that for a town of its size it is seen as relatively decent in those metrics.
Cons
Small Size / Limited Population Growth
The population is very small (under 1,000 in many reports) and has been declining slightly over recent years (≈ ‑1% in last year, ‑4.1% over five years).
Declining population can mean fewer investments, businesses closing, less incentive for new services.
High Poverty Rate
Poverty is a significant challenge. Many households are below or near the poverty line in the area.
Limited Amenities & Services
Because of its size, there are fewer retail options, fewer specialized medical facilities, limited entertainment options. If you want a wide variety of restaurants, specialty stores, etc., you’ll likely need to travel.
Public services like public transit are minimal or non‑existent; personal vehicles are almost certainly required for most things.
Economic Opportunity Constraints
Job opportunities are limited and tend to be in the more basic sectors (local services, agriculture, etc.). Fewer high‑pay or specialized roles locally.
Economic growth is slower. The local tax base is small so the town may find it harder to fund infrastructure or development projects.
Declining Population Effects
With population declines, sometimes schools may be smaller or have fewer offerings, some businesses may close, and social life might be less varied.
It might be harder to attract new people, which can limit cultural or economic dynamism.
