489 W RAILROAD Avenue, Independence, LA 70443

Building Details

Year built

1915

Floors in Building

2

Number of units

2

Roof type

Membrane, Metal

Architectural style

Other

Listing agent Bart Gillis Show Phone

Listing office Keller Williams Realty Services l***@kw.com 1522 W. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA Show Phone

Listing date Mar 9, 2026

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Overview

This historic masonry storefront in Independence, Louisiana, presents a redevelopment opportunity. The building, which has been gutted, is suited for a 2-unit multi-family investment. Renovations include new windows, electrical panels, a water supply line, a 10-year roof coating, and spray foam insulation under the roof decking. The property features a redesigned apartment floor plan upstairs, with approximately 1135 square feet of living space on each floor, totaling 2270 square feet. Situated on two city lots, the property offers additional redevelopment possibilities.

Suggested Use

Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon Gym & Fitness Center Hotel & Motel Auto Parts Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Insight

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City

Independence

County

State

Louisiana

Longitude

-90.500748

Latitude

30.63419

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Duplex - Historic storefront ready for multi-family redevelopment in Independence, Louisiana.

Where is this duplex located?

The property is located at 489 W RAILROAD Avenue Independence, LA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $119,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Two City Lots: Offers expanded redevelopment possibilities.; Renovated: Featuring new windows, electrical panels, water supply line, and 10‑year roof coating.; Redesigned Apartment Floor Plan: Enjoy the newly designed upstairs apartment layout.