Waterfront
Address
297 James Street, Benton, LA
Price
$ 749,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#21385158
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyBOSSIER
- CityBenton
- NeighborhoodJames E Burt Jr Sub
- Zip71006
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1979
- Taxes$ 1058
- Price$ 749,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage4895
- Lot Size7.49 Acres
Data Source:
North Texas Real Estate Info Systems (NTREIS)
Property Description
Discover peaceful country living on 7.5 well-maintained acres backing up to a canal that leads to Cypress Black Bayou Lake. This spacious home offers three bedrooms, two and half bathrooms, two living areas, and two kitchens, providing plenty of flexibility for entertaining, extended family, or multigenerational living. An exercise room and inviting garden room add even more usable space. Parking and storage are abundant, with a two-car attached garage and two additional carport spaces. The property also features an extra-large workshop, a second smaller workshop, and a dedicated garden area - ideal for hobbies, equipment, projects, or homesteading. At the water's edge, an older boat dock sits along the canal, ready for restoration and your personal touch. With generous acreage, excellent workspace, flexible living areas, and direct canal access, this unique property offers room to live, create, and enjoy the outdoors.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/16/2026 | Listed $749,000 |
General Features
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Aerobic Septic,Cable Available,City Water,Concrete,Electricity Connected,Individual Gas Meter,Natural Gas Available |
| Possession | Closing/Funding |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | Commercial Grade Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator |
| Number of Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Restrictions | Deed |
| School District | Bossier PSB |
| Year Built | 1979 |
| Levels | One |
| Unexempt Taxes | 1058 |
| Will Subdivide | No |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Subdivision Name | James E Burt Jr Sub |
| Transaction Type | For Sale |
| Occupant Type | Vacant |
| Carport Spaces | 2 |
| County | Bossier |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Security Gate |
| HOA Type | None |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Corner of East Ridge and James - you can park on the road beside the drive way |
| City | Benton |
| Virtual Tour URL Unbranded | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/ntreis/21385158 |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Features | Built-in Features,Cable TV Available,Eat-in Kitchen,High Speed Internet Available |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Combination |
| Fireplace Features | Den |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Dining Areas | 1 |
| Living Areas | 2 |
| Room Count | 8 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Lock Box Type | Combo |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Laundry Features | Utility Room |
Exterior Features
| Waterfront | Yes |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Boat Slip,Garden(s) |
| Lot Features | Acreage |
| Fencing | Chain Link |
| Other Structures | Workshop,Workshop w/Electric |
| Parking Features | Additional Parking,Concrete |
| WaterFront Features | Canal (Man Made),Dock – Covered |
| Lot Size | 5 to < 10 Acres |
| Covered Spaces | 4 |
| Foundation | Slab |
| Lot Size Area | 7.4900 |
| Lot Size Dimensions | see diagram |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Structural Style | Single Detached |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 326264.4000 |
| Lot Size Acres | 7.4900 |
| Attached Garage Y/N | Yes |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 71006
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