Property details
About 716 S First St
Dual-Unit Property with Investment Potential in Amite, LA This unique property in Amite offers two living spaces and plenty of potential. The main house is a solid 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home with 1,310 sq ft of space—ready for a remodel to bring it back to life. With good bones and a functional layout, it just needs a facelift to shine. Behind the main house sits a move-in ready 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment (636 sq ft), located above a storage shed. This unit is perfect for immediate rental income or a private guest space. Whether you're looking for a project to turn into your dream home or an investment opportunity to grow your rental portfolio, this property delivers versatility and value. Set up your showing today!
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Fireplace: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: Carport
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Cooling: Single Unit
- List Price: $85,000
- Price/SqFt: $77
- Lot: City Lot, Rectangular Lot
- Directions: take i-55 to exit 46 for la-16E toward Amite City keep right, turn right onto S 2nd street turn left onto W Chestnut, right onto s 1st
- Year Built: 1961
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,100 SqFt
- MLS Number: 2508053
- MLS Name: NOMAR
- Office Name: DRUDE RENTAL MANAGEMENT
- Office Phone: (985) 320-1039
- Office Email: kenny@druderental.com
- Listing Agent: Kenneth Barnes
- Agent Phone: (985) 551-1319
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Nearby schools
6
Amite Elementary Magnet School
Public Magnet PK-4
10.2 mi
•301 Vernon Ave
5
Independence Leadership Academy
Public District PK-6
10.3 mi
•221 Tiger Ave
4
St. Helena Arts and Technology Academy
Public District 3-6
10.9 mi
•1798 Highway 1042
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,398. Residents of Amite, LA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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Hunting
NASCAR
Monster Trucks
Where do the neighbors shop?
Wal-Mart
Dollar General
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
GMC
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
New Country- Country
Frequently asked questions
About 716 S First St
The listing price of 716 S First St property is $85,000.
The property 716 S First St is a house located in Amite, Louisiana, 70422.
Active Listing: 716 S First St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 716 S First St are: Amite Elementary Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Independence Leadership Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), St. Helena Arts and Technology Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Amite Westside Middle Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Independence Magnet (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roseland Montessori (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Amite High Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Independence High Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), St. Helena College and Career Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The property at 716 S First St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 716 S First St is 1,100 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 716 S First St is 1961.
This home is located at 716 S First St in Amite, LA and zip code 70422. This 1,100 square foot home was built in 1961. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $85,000.
In June 2025 in Amite, LA there were 5% more homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $187,450, while the average time on the real estate market was 133 days.