For sale

$515,000

Est. $3,457/mo —

•

3,868

sq ft

1202 Riverside Dr, Monroe, LA 71201

About this home

One of Monroe’s Great Historic Homes Awaits Its Next Chapter Built in 1917, this remarkable Victorian farmhouse offers just under 4,000 square feet of living space and is ideally situated directly across from the Ouachita River in Monroe’s Historic Garden District. Filled with timeless architectural details, soaring ceilings, original craftsmanship, and gracious living spaces, this home beautifully blends historic charm with thoughtful modern updates. Recent improvements include an updated kitchen, renovated bathrooms, HVAC upgrades, fresh paint, and other enhancements, allowing you to enjoy today’s conveniences while preserving the home’s original character. At the same time, there is still plenty of opportunities to add your own personal style and finishing touches. Oh, THE OPTIONS……Private Residence, not right now??? OR Investment Opportunity!!!! -luxury bed and breakfast, special events venue, corporate retreat, executive rental, or other income-producing opportunity (subject to local regulations) Its historic significance, iconic architecture, and premier location create endless possibilities. Ask me about TAX Credit opportunities with this property!!!! As a contributing property within Monroe’s Historic Garden District, qualifying income-producing projects may also have the potential to benefit from historic rehabilitation tax incentives, offering yet another opportunity for the next owner to explore. A contributing property within the Monroe Garden District on the National Register of Historic Places, this home represents a unique opportunity to own a true piece of Monroe history.

Single-familyProperty Type

$133Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Julie Hansen • DB Real Estate

Listing updated: Aug 21, 2026 at 08:42am

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:NELABOR #220334

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$3,457 per month

Principal and interest$2,881

Property taxes

$228

HOA dues

Home insurance

$348

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Lexington Elementary School

Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 1.8mi

Robert E. Lee Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

5/10

Neville High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

7/10

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About Garden

District

Garden District, located between Forsythe Avenue and Park Avenue, is a historic and residential Monroe neighborhood with tree-lined streets and early-20th-century architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Forsythe Avenue corridor near St. Francis Medical Center, where small professional offices and local eateries set a steady daytime rhythm. Broad porches, brick cottages, and mature oaks give the blocks a measured, walkable feel. Antique shops and independent storefronts along nearby Antique Alley add a curated, local layer to errands and weekends. Forsythe Park and the Ouachita River levee paths frame outdoor time with open lawns and long views. Downtown Monroe’s museums and theaters sit a short drive away, keeping culture close without changing the district’s quiet cadence.

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Offer insights

1202 Riverside Dr · $515,000

Strong offer

$514K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $514K+ is a strong offer

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The average home goes pending in 28 days.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Ceiling fans
Wood window frames
Fireplace (3 total)

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
1 partial bathroom

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Gas water heater

Heating & cooling
Central heating
Other heating
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fan cooling
Electric cooling

Sale and tax history for 1202 Riverside Dr

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

NELABOR #220334

Jul 31, 2026

Listed

$515,000

$133/sq ft

NELABOR #207294

Oct 22, 2023

Price Changed

$335,000

$87/sq ft

Sep 6, 2023

Listed

$375,000

$97/sq ft

NELABOR #206351

Jul 31, 2023

Sold

—

Jul 11, 2023

Pending

—

Jun 24, 2023

Listed

$245,000

$63/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,738

$4,785 + $20,437

$25,222

2024

$2,740 (−0.9%)

$4,785 + $20,437

$25,222

2023

$2,766 (+8.1%)

$4,785 + $20,437

$25,222

2022

$2,557 (+151.1%)

$2,300 + $21,870

$24,170

2021

$1,019

$918 + $8,732

$9,650

2020

$1,019 (+0.6%)

$918 + $8,732

$9,650

2019

$1,012 (−0.1%)

$918 + $8,732

$9,650

2018

$1,014 (−5.1%)

$918 + $8,732

$9,650

2017

$1,068 (+0.1%)

$918 + $8,732

$9,650

2016

$1,067 (+0.3%)

$918 + $8,732

$9,650

2015

$1,064

$918 + $8,732

$9,650

2014

$1,064

$918 + $8,732

$9,650

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

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Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

0.63 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

5,008

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

5,008

Year built

1917

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Ouachita Parish

APN

57378-R

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 Feb 17, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

7/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 112° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

74% 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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Historical weather

Monroe, LA • 71201

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Sun exposure

98/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Monroe. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Rental earnings

Est. $1,929 per month, based on comparable rentals

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