Historic Office Building With
For Sale
$150,000
609 E Main Street, Ville Platte, LA 70586
COMMERCIAL - Ville Platte, LA
Property Size1,190 SF
Lot Size0.40 Acres
Price / SF$126.05
Days on Market50
Property Features for 609 E Main Street
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Commercial
Parking features
Parking Lot, Off Street
Lot features
Level
Directions
Coming from Lafayette head N on I 49 towards Opelousas. Take exit 23 for US 167 N towards Ville Platte. Turn left onto US 167 N. In 16.4 miles turn left onto N Soileau St. Turn left onto W Main St. Destination will be on the left.
Subdivision
Evangeline
Standard status
Active
APN
0110257828
Size
1,190 SF
Lot size
0.40 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
0.397 ACRE TRACT OF LAND BEING A PORTION OF THE ORIGINAL DR. ARTHUR VIDRINE, JR. ESTATE SITUATED IN SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 2 EAST, SOUTHWESTERN LAND DISTRICT, CITY OF VILLE PLATTE, EVANGELINE PARISH, LOUISIANA.
Legal Description
0.397 ACRE TRACT OF LAND BEING A PORTION OF THE ORIGINAL DR. ARTHUR VIDRINE, JR. ESTATE SITUATED IN SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 2 EAST, SOUTHWESTERN LAND DISTRICT, CITY OF VILLE PLATTE, EVANGELINE PARISH, LOUISIANA.
Utilities
Heating system
Central
Cooling system
Central Air
Water source
Public
Building Details
Floors in Building
1
Flooring type
Wood
Roof type
Metal
Listing Agency:
Real Broker, LLC
(337) 418-9700
Listed By:
Lana Soileau · License #995684974
(337) 945-1324
Added: Jun 23
Changed: Aug 4
Last Checked: Aug 11 at 8:06PM
MLS# 2600005671
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
The Jean Marie Laran House is a raised cottage originally built in 1883 and currently configured as a commercial location. The property includes approximately 1,090 square feet of flexible interior space with features such as a full-length front gallery and exposed ceiling beams. Updates dating back to the 1920s have helped preserve original character details, including handcrafted woodwork and an original fireplace mantel. The building has also previously operated as a museum.
The property sits on a 0.4-acre lot on E Main Street in Ville Platte, within commercial zoning. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (No. 7001486) and was nominated for State Historic Preservation designation in 2007.
This is a distinctive historic structure well suited for office or other flexible commercial use, with existing improvements retained from its long-standing character.
The property sits on a 0.4-acre lot on E Main Street in Ville Platte, within commercial zoning. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (No. 7001486) and was nominated for State Historic Preservation designation in 2007.
This is a distinctive historic structure well suited for office or other flexible commercial use, with existing improvements retained from its long-standing character.
Key Highlights
- Raised cottage built in 1883 on iconic Main Street in Ville Platte
- 1,072 SF home currently serves as a commercial location; previously operated as a museum
- On the National Register (No. 7001486); nominated for State Historic Preservation designation in 2007
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
390
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 70586, LA
19,589
Population
8,626
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
14%
College-Educated
77%
High-School Grad
310.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
63
Density / Sq Mi
$43,375
Median Household Income
$33,638
Median Earnings
$705
Median Rent
$131,800
Median Home Value
Market
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Office units - Historic raised cottage offers about 1,090 square feet of flexible commercial space on Main Street in Ville Platte.
Where is this office units located?
The property is located at 609 E Main Street Ville Platte, LA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $150,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Raised cottage built in 1883 on iconic Main Street in Ville Platte; 1,072 SF home currently serves as a commercial location; previously operated as a museum; On the National Register (No. 7001486); nominated for State Historic Preservation designation in 2007
