$6,472

closing credit¹

228 Cherry St Lafayette, LA 70506

$545,000
4 beds
4 full
3,387 sqft
$161 / sqft
House

Property details

About 228 Cherry St

Located within the sought after Elmhurst Park neighborhood nestled between UL & Downtown, this unique historic home built in 1918 and was once the former Mrs. J.W. Faulk's Nursery School prior to becoming the current residence of the prestigious award winning Architects behind Emery McClure Architecture - recently named among America's Top 200 Residential Architects by Forbes Magazine. The striking layout and interior design is complete with a studio apartment / mother-in-law suite. This home is rich with history, unique character & magazine worthy style and charm - this is a rare find! Soaring 12' ceilings, original non-functional fireplaces, tons of natural light, large closet storage & quality updates and building materials such as solid cork flooring. Professionally designed updates throughout capture the overall ambiance that makes this a truly one of a kind prize property. Every detail lends itself to maximizing space, low maintenance versatility as well as function for both a personal residence, live/work lifestyle or even a multi-generational household with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in the main home, multiple sitting areas and an attached yet entirely private 1b/1b Studio apartment.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Central
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,387 sqft
Lot size0 Acres
Year built1922
ParkingCarport
MLS #24010443
Fireplace2 Fireplaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 24010443
  • MLS Name: REALTOR® Association of Acadiana
  • Office Name: Latter & Blum Compass
  • Office Phone: (337) 233-9700
  • Listing Agent: Setareh A Mirian

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 31, 2006
Home Sold
$248,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$28,036$2,293
2022$28,036$2,285
2021$28,036$2,285
2020$28,036$2,283
2019$28,036$2,283
2018$28,036$2,195
2017$28,036$2,226

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

10

Myrtle Place Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

1100 Myrtle Pl

9

Woodvale Elementary School

Public District PK-4

1.9 mi

100 Leon Dr

3

Alice N. Boucher Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.2 mi

400 Patterson St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $29,091. Typical income of Lafayette, LA residents is less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

56%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

73%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
40%
18-34 yrs old
30%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • QdobaQdoba
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MazdaMazda
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 228 Cherry St

This home is located at 228 Cherry St in Lafayette, LA and zip code 70506. This 3,387 square foot home was built in 1922. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $545,000.

In January 2025 in Lafayette, LA there were 24.5% more homes for sale than in December. In January 2025 median list price was $265,705 and the average listing age was 127 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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