For Sale

$170,000

For sale

505 Ge••••• Dr (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Lake Charles, LA 70615

5Beds

4Baths

1,668Sq Ft Living

6,098Sq Ft Lot

1959Year Built

Property Description

Completely renovated and full of possibilities! This unique property features a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath main home offering 1,097 square feet of living space, plus two separate studio apartments in the backyard. The first studio measures approximately 328 square feet, while the second offers approximately 243 square feet, each with its own bathroom. Whether you're looking for an investment opportunity with potential rental income, space for extended family, or private mother-in-law suites, this versatile property offers flexibility and opportunity. With renovations throughout, this property is ready for its next chapter!

Property Facts & Features

Property Type: Single Family
Status: For Sale
Listed: Oct 18, 2026
Price per Sq Ft: $102/sqft
ZIP Code: 70615
Full Baths: 4
Stories: 1
Heating: Central
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(S), Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(S)
Property Tax (2025): $314/yr
Assessed Value: $2,640
County: Calcasieu
School District: Calcasieu Parish School District

Estimated Value

$72,000Range $36,000 to $108,000

Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.

Features & Amenities

Bedrooms

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 4

Land Info

Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Front Yard, Yard
Lot Size Acres: 0.14
Lot Size Dimensions: 112' x 51.82' x 123.4' x 50.66'
Lot Size Square Feet: 6098

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity Connected
Sewer Connected
Water Connected
Water Source: Public

Heating and Cooling

Cooling Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Fireplace Features: Decorative, Electric
Heating Features: Central
Heating: Yes
Ceiling Fans: Yes

Other Property Info

Source Listing Status: Pending
County: Calcasieu
Directions: From Gerstner Memorial Drive, head east on Legion Street, then turn south onto Gelpi Drive. Follow Gelpi Drive around the curve; 505 Gelpi Drive will be on the right.
Parcel Number: 00325155
Property Subtype: Single Family Residence

Homeowners Association

Association: No
Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0

Building and Construction

Total Square Feet Living: 1668
Year Built: 1959
Property Age: 67
Levels or Stories: 1
Structure Type: House, Multi Family
Year Built Source: Public Records

Price & Event History

Date	Event	Price	$/Sq Ft
Oct 18, 2026	Listed	$170,000	$102
Feb 1, 2022	Sold	-	-
Jan 1, 2022	Listed	$21,900	$24

Property Tax History

Year	Tax	Assessed	Land	Building	Market
2025	$314	$2,640	$830	$1,810	$26,400
2022	$303	$2,640	$830	$1,810	$26,400
2021	$291	$2,640	$830	$1,810	$26,400
2020	$314	$2,430	$800	$1,630	$24,300
2019	$347	$2,580	$770	$1,810	$25,800
2018	$316	$2,580	$770	$1,810	$25,800
2017	$292	$2,580	$770	$1,810	$25,800
2016	$293	$2,580	$770	$1,810	$25,800
2015	$299	$2,580	$770	$1,810	$25,800
2014	$292	$2,580	$770	$1,810	$25,800
2013	$291	$2,580	$770	$1,810	$25,800
2012	$294	$2,580	$770	$1,810	$25,800

Nearby Schools

4/10
T. H. Watkins Elementary School
Public · Elementary · Grades K-5
0.8 mi
2/10
Washington/Marion Magnet High School
Public · High · Grades 9-12
2.5 mi
6/10
Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School
Public · Middle · Grades 6-8
2.9 mi
NR
Hamilton Christian Academy
Private · Elementary, Middle, High · Grades PK-12
1.6 mi