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Historic Office Building With Gallery
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
Listed By: Lana Soileau · License #995684974
Added: Jun 23 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 11 at 9:06PM
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.

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

Current Use

Office Units

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Big Box & Wholesale Store Locksmith Skin Care Clinic

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

390
Businesses Nearby

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

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025
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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
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