1279 Highway 397, Lake Charles, LA 70615

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Listing agent Robbie Ingle License #912122392 Show Phone

Listing office Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari R m***@inglesafari.com 765 Bayou Pines E, Lake Charles, LA Show Phone

Listing date Mar 12, 2026

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Overview

This cleared commercial tract totals 1.45 acres and is ready for immediate development. The site offers approximately 200+ feet of highway frontage with an estimated depth of around 315 feet, providing room for building, parking, and future expansion. Zoning is C2 Commercial.

The property is located along Highway 397 in a growing commercial corridor minutes from I-10. It benefits from strong roadside visibility and accessibility, with an adjacent new gas station described as being directly beside the site. The area also includes ongoing development activity tied to nearby retail, dining, and services, along with proximity to an Amazon Distribution Center and a Power Center shopping district.

For buyers or operators, the C2 zoning supports a range of commercial options, including retail, service businesses, restaurants, and offices, among other development possibilities. With the site already cleared and described as located in Flood Zone X, it may offer added planning flexibility for prospective projects.

Suggested Use

Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Auto Parts Store Hotel & Motel Kitchen & Bath Showroom Food Market

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

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City

Lake Charles

County

Calcasieu

State

Louisiana

Longitude

-93.12902

Latitude

30.222922

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Commercial land - Cleared commercial tract with 200+ feet of highway frontage, zoned C2, and Flood Zone X for flexible development planning.

Where is this commercial land located?

The property is located at 1279 Highway 397 Lake Charles, LA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $195,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: 1.45‑acre cleared commercial tract along Highway 397, just minutes from I‑10; Approximately 200+ ft of highway frontage with a depth of around 315 ft for development and parking; Zoned C‑2 Commercial, allowing retail, service businesses, restaurants, offices, and other commercial uses