Investment Opportunity in Benton School Districts – 301 Old Plain Dealing Rd, Benton, LA Built in 1956 and full of potential, this charming Benton property offers a unique opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to create something special. Situated in the highly sought-after Benton school district, you'll enjoy the peace and privacy of Benton living while remaining conveniently close to town. This home sits on a corner lot, has a fenced in backyard, covered parking for three vehicles, a shop that any craftsman would appreciate, a large, covered patio area off the carport, as well as a covered and screened-in front porch for relaxing any time of day. This home is in need of a few repairs and updates and is being sold AS IS. The seller is unable to make any repairs. Buyers should be aware that the property's condition may limit financing options, and conventional financing may not be feasible. Cash purchases or renovation loan programs are likely to be the best fit. With vision, some work, and investment, this property could be transformed into a wonderful home, rental property, or long-term investment. The seller is motivated and will consider all reasonable offers. Bring your ideas and see the potential this property has to offer.
Brick home on corner lot in desirable Benton, LA with A+ schools. Three bedrooms and one and half baths. Carport for 3 vehicles, screened in porch and large covered patio on the back. Fenced yard with separate workshop with a/c and has its own kitchen area with a restaurant style walk in cooler. Inside has been freshly painted and updated. Roof and A/C replaced within 5 years. Sold as is.
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Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$146 (−0.8%)
2024
$147 (+307.9%)
2023
$36
2022
$36
$800 + $6,459
$7,259
2020
$36 (−3.4%)
$800 + $6,459
$7,259
2019
$37
$800 + $6,710
$7,510
2018
$37 (−59.9%)
$800 + $6,710
$7,510
2017
$93 (+1.1%)
$800 + $6,710
$7,510
2016
$92 (−44.9%)
$800 + $6,710
$7,510
2015
$167
$800 + $6,990
$7,790
2014
$167
$800 + $6,990
$7,790
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Zoning
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Lot size
10,500 Sq. Ft.
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Finished Sq. Ft.
1,740
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,740
Year built
1956
Style
Other
County
Bossier Parish
APN
103929
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R-2
Multiple-Family Residence Districts
These districts are composed mainly of areas containing a mixture of one-family, two-family, and multiple-family dwellings. The district regulations are designed to protect the residential character of the areas by prohibiting all commercial activities; to encourage a suitable neighborhood environment for family life by including among the permitted uses such facilities as schools and churches; to prevent overcrowding of the land by requiring certain minimum yard and other open spaces for all buildings; and to avoid excessive population density by requiring a certain minimum building site area for each dwelling unit.
Permitted uses
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Agriculture
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 111° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
61% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 301 Old Plain Dealing Rd
$146,393
$3,607 under list price of $150K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $188K to $365K.