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$699,000
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 69How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $895,000 on May 29, 2025

637 RIVER RD

LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
0
Baths
6.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$699K
$484K low$914K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$895,000 · May 29, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$174 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$14,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.65
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
46
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.96 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.89%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCALCASIEU
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.34
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
John J. Johnson II Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
M
Ray D. Molo Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Washington-Marion Magnet High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Calcasieu Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70601These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,157
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,850 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,487
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,435
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

637 River Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Lake Charles 70601
  • Among the largest lots in Lake Charles 70601

What homes are worth in Lake Charles 70601

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$24K$415K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Lake Charles 70601.

How it measures up in Lake Charles 70601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Charles 70601.

Estimated value$699,000
CheaperTypical $84,111Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Lot size6.34 ac
SmallerTypical 741 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

How 637 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Charles 70601Calcasieu Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$699,000almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than6.34 acalmost all homes95% of homes

About 637 River Rd

How much is 637 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 637 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA is $699,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $484,045 to $913,955. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 637 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA last sell?

637 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA last sold on May 29, 2025 for $895,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 637 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA?

637 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA is assigned to John J. Johnson II Elementary School (elementary); Ray D. Molo Middle School (middle), rated D; Washington-Marion Magnet High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Calcasieu Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 637 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA compare to other homes in Lake Charles 70601?

Among the 11,233 homes in Lake Charles 70601, it is worth more than almost all of them ($699,000 against a typical $84,111) and its lot is bigger than almost all of them (6.34 ac against a typical 741 ft²). Measured against all of Calcasieu Parish County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 637 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 637 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA was $174. The county assessed it at $1,460.

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