714 Souvenir GateLafayette, LA 70506

Description

Step aside cookie-cutter homes—714 Souvenir Gate has stories to tell! Rumored to have been built around 1860, this charming home is packed with character, personality, and the kind of craftsmanship that's hard to find today. Whether the rumor is true or not, one thing is certain: this home has stood the test of time and still knows how to make an impression. Offering just under 1,500 square feet of living area, this unique home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile loft space. Need a third bedroom? Home office? Gaming retreat? Reading nook? The loft says, "Why not all of the above?" Recent updates provide peace of mind while preserving the home's historic charm, including a new roof and a central AC system replaced in 2021. Location? It doesn't get much better. Nestled in Lafayette’s highly sought-after St. Streets area, one of the city's most beloved and character-filled neighborhoods, you'll enjoy all the charm of a historic community while being less than a mile from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and less than ½ mile from the Cajundome. Restaurants, shopping, local favorites, and the vibrant culture of Lafayette are all just minutes away. From the moment you walk in, you'll notice the warmth, character, and timeless appeal that make this property truly special. If you've been searching for a home with history, charm, personality, and an address in the coveted St. Streets, 714 Souvenir Gate is ready to become part of your story. Schedule your showing today and come see why ordinary homes just can't compete with a house that may have been around since before the Civil War!

Property Information

Property type

Residential

Sub-type

Single Family Residence

Style

Cottage

Year built

1860

Living area

1,480 Sq Ft

Lot size

0.15 acres

Lot dimensions

50X130

Parking spaces

1

Days on market

130

MLS^® Listing#

2026009989

Property Features

Appliances

Gas Cooktop · Range · Oven · Dishwasher · Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Central · Natural Gas

Flooring

Wood · Laminate · Vinyl

Parking

Carport

Patio

Porch · Covered

Construction

Vinyl Siding · Frame

Foundation

Pillar/Post/Pier

Roof

Shingle

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water source

Public

Rooms

Directions

University Avenue to Right on W Congress then Left on St. Mary, then Right on Souvenir Gate. House on the Right before St. Patrick.