A rare find in this market, this 3/2 sits on a 1 acre lot in flood zone X with a 30x40 shop. With a large, open split floorplan, lots of covered porches and ample parking space, this is the ideal home for gatherings and weekend get-togethers. It features granite countertops throughout, cathedral ceiling with exposed beams in the living room and a large wood burning fireplace with built-ins. Beautiful shade trees add charm to this country setting. This home is in excellent condition and has large rooms with lots of storage space. The shop has 2 roll-up doors and is simply lagniappe. Schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
0.99 acresLot Size
$68Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lydia Holland• Bessette Realty, Inc.
Bought with Jaeson Leverkuhn• Bessette Realty, Inc.
This 3/2 has lots to offer. It is not in a flood zone, is in good condition and sits on a 1 acre lot with a 30x40 shop on a slab. All rooms are nice sized and it features a split floor plan, large bricked wood burning fireplace, a wet bar, pantry and lots of built ins. With lots of storage, an extra large covered back patio and both front and back porches, this is a must see! Call today to schedule your showing. Motivated sellers will entertain all reasonable offers. Lots of bang for your buck.
Public Records
May 31, 2012
Sold
$156,000
$81/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 2011
Sold
$150,000
$78/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 22, 1997
Sold
$117,500
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,133 (+1.6%)
$270 + $10,110
$10,380
2024
$1,116 (+1.7%)
$270 + $10,110
$10,380
2022
$1,097 (−4.7%)
$270 + $10,110
$10,380
2021
$1,151 (+12.9%)
$270 + $10,110
$10,380
2020
$1,019 (−10.0%)
$260 + $9,100
$9,360
2019
$1,132 (−0.2%)
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
2018
$1,134 (−1.3%)
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
2017
$1,150 (+1.5%)
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
2016
$1,132 (−3.2%)
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
2014
$1,169
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
Tax history for 3040 Topsy Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,133 (+1.6%)
$270 + $10,110
$10,380
2024
$1,116 (+1.7%)
$270 + $10,110
$10,380
2022
$1,097 (−4.7%)
$270 + $10,110
$10,380
2021
$1,151 (+12.9%)
$270 + $10,110
$10,380
2020
$1,019 (−10.0%)
$260 + $9,100
$9,360
2019
$1,132 (−0.2%)
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
2018
$1,134 (−1.3%)
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
2017
$1,150 (+1.5%)
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
2016
$1,132 (−3.2%)
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
2014
$1,169
$250 + $10,110
$10,360
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4,144 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Calcasieu Parish
APN
00863432
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Carport
Parking Features: Attached Carport, Carport
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Range
Flooring: Tile
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Roof: Metal
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Spa Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 3268
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Common Interest: None
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.99
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Gillis
Middle Or Junior School: Moss Bluff
High School: Sam Houston
Location Information
Directions: Topsy Bel Rd & Guilbeaux Hwy 171 N, E on Topsy Rd, home on N side of road
Subdivision Name: Virgil & Bertie Est
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,144 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Calcasieu Parish
APN: 00863432
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: SouthwestLouisianaAssociationOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Gillis Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Moss Bluff Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.6mi
8/10
Sam Houston High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi
6/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 110° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$126,000 – $153,000
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