Cozy 2 bedroom 1.5 bath cottage situated on the west fork of Calcasieu river across from Sam Houston State park. Very private 1/2 acre lot with approximately 100 feet of water front property. This home has been updated inside with new kitchen cabinets, electrical updated, new mechanical sewer system, vinyl plank flooring, new sheetrock, paint and central HVAC. You have lots of privacy on both sides of home with 40 year old tall bamboo trees. Beautiful views of the river can be admired out the large picture glass windows on back of home. Large wood deck over river for entertaining family and friends. Pilings and seawall installed professionally years ago and are structurally strong. One year flood insurance has just been purchased and will be transferred to new buyers at no cost. Home located on dead end street in nice quiet neighborhood. This home is priced to sell and would make a great weekend getaway or first time home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$138Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Robbie Ingle• Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari R
Bought with Robbie Ingle• Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari R
Waterfront lot on on the West Fork of the Calcasieu River Westlake side. This property has 95 ft of water frontage with a bulkhead and dock. Home on property is given no value and has mold and other issues. Seller advises that the home is not safe for occupancy. A hold harmless agreement must be signed by all persons prior to entering the property.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,826 (+3.6%)
$10,260 + $6,160
$16,420
2024
$1,762 (+79.8%)
$10,260 + $6,160
$16,420
2022
$980 (+2.6%)
$10,260 + $6,160
$16,420
2021
$955 (−43.1%)
$10,260 + $6,160
$16,420
2020
$1,680 (−5.1%)
$9,850 + $5,540
$15,390
2019
$1,770 (+8.1%)
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
2018
$1,637 (−3.0%)
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
2017
$1,688 (+0.8%)
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
2016
$1,674 (−2.5%)
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
2014
$1,717
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
Tax history for 3849 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,826 (+3.6%)
$10,260 + $6,160
$16,420
2024
$1,762 (+79.8%)
$10,260 + $6,160
$16,420
2022
$980 (+2.6%)
$10,260 + $6,160
$16,420
2021
$955 (−43.1%)
$10,260 + $6,160
$16,420
2020
$1,680 (−5.1%)
$9,850 + $5,540
$15,390
2019
$1,770 (+8.1%)
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
2018
$1,637 (−3.0%)
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
2017
$1,688 (+0.8%)
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
2016
$1,674 (−2.5%)
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
2014
$1,717
$9,500 + $6,160
$15,660
*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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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2,114 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
00187461
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
Has Carport
Parking Features: Attached Carport, Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Range
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Spa Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1750
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
# of Stories Total: 1
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Navigable Water, Waterfront
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Common Interest: None
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot, Waterfront
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.48
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Western Heights
Middle Or Junior School: Arnett
High School: Westlake
Location Information
Directions: Caton / River North on Sampson to Westwood,Left on Hollis,right on Clayton. Clayton turns into River property is 1/2 mile on left
Subdivision Name: Cayton K M
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2,114 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Calcasieu Parish
APN: 00187461
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: SouthwestLouisianaAssociationOfRealtors
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Schools
Westwood Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 2.6mi
S. P. Arnett Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
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Westlake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
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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
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Estimated sale price
$187,000 – $226,000
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