Calcasieu Parish property record for 243 Shell Beach Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 0.017 acres (739 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $53,500 (Aug 2018) |
| Tax Bill | $5,167 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2019 Mortgage Feb 2026 Sale & Mortgage + 3 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone AE (high risk) |
| APN | 00550795 |
| Primary APN | 00550795 |
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| Lot Area | 739 sqft (0.017 acres) |
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| Street Address | 243 SHELL BEACH DR |
|---|---|
| City | LAKE CHARLES |
| State | LA |
| Zip | 70601-5977 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | @061008-0426- 000201 0000 @061008-0426- 000301 0000 LOT 2 AND LOT 3 KENNETH M DEVOS SUB LESS S 15 FT REF1-LOUIS J BONIN B 164 |
| Legal Range | 08 |
| Legal Township | 10 |
| Legal Section | 06 |
| Legal Subdivision | DEVOS SUB |
| Legal Block | 3 |
| Legal Lot Number | 2-3 |
| Legal Unit | 1 |
| Jurisdiction | CALCASIEU LA |
| Township / Civil Division | 5 |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1019 |
| Census Tract | 500 |
243 Shell Beach Dr is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in August 2018.
Source: Calcasieu Parish records, as of July 21, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 243 SHELL BEACH DR, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601-5977 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2019 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · ARM FIRST FEDERAL BANK |
| Feb 5, 2026 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage FIRST HORIZON BANK |
| Aug 28, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage FIRST FEDERAL BANK |
| Aug 15, 2019 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · ARM FIRST FEDERAL BANK |
| Aug 28, 2018 | Cash Sale Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage FIRST FEDERAL BANK |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Aug 28, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Aug 28, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20183328214 |
| Deed Book / Page | 4280 / 155 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CALCASIEU LA |
| Property Address | 243 SHELL BEACH DR, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601-5977 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jun 29, 2026 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 005392/153 |
|---|---|
| Date | Aug 15, 2019 |
| Book Page | 5392/153 |
| Instrument | 3363880 |
| Name | FIRST FEDERAL BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | ARM |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Sep 1, 2049 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Adjustable | Adjustable Rate Rider |
| Type Change Date | Sep 1, 2026 |
| Change Frequency | Annually |
| Min Rate At Change | 2.5% |
| Max Rate At Change | 9.5% |
| Index | 1-Year LIBOR |
| Margin | 2 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CALCASIEU LA |
| Recording Date | Feb 5, 2026 |
| Property Address | 243 SHELL BEACH DR, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601-5977 |
| Document Number | 004748/825 |
| Book / Page | 4748 / 825 |
| Map Reference | MB 4 PG 89 |
| Instrument Date | Feb 5, 2026 |
| Instrument | 3595947 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jun 29, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 2445 BURTON DR, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601-3837 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 243 SHELL BEACH DR, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601-5977 |
| Document Number | 0003595948 |
|---|---|
| Date | Feb 5, 2026 |
| Instrument | 3595948 |
| Name | FIRST HORIZON BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Mar 1, 2056 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 5.5% |
| Adjustable | Adjustable Rate Rider |
| Type Change Date | Mar 1, 2020 |
| Change Frequency | 6 Months |
| Min Rate At Change | 3.5% |
| Max Rate At Change | 7.5% |
| Index | Other |
| Max Rate | 10.5% |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CALCASIEU LA |
| Property Address | 243 SHELL BEACH DR, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601-5977 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 5239/770 |
|---|---|
| Date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Book Page | 5239/770 |
| Instrument | 3328215 |
| Name | FIRST FEDERAL BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CALCASIEU LA |
| Property Address | 243 SHELL BEACH DR, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601-5977 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Sep 4, 2019 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 5392/153 |
|---|---|
| Date | Aug 15, 2019 |
| Book Page | 5392/153 |
| Instrument | 3363880 |
| Name | FIRST FEDERAL BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | ARM |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Sep 1, 2049 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Adjustable | Adjustable Rate Rider |
| Type Change Date | Sep 1, 2026 |
| Change Frequency | Annually |
| Min Rate At Change | 2.5% |
| Max Rate At Change | 9.5% |
| Index | 1-Year LIBOR |
| Margin | 2 |
| Document Type | Cash Sale Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CALCASIEU LA |
| Recording Date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Property Address | 243 SHELL BEACH DR, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601-5977 |
| Document Number | 004280/155 |
| Book / Page | 4280 / 155 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 23, 2018 |
| Instrument | 3328214 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jun 29, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 243 SHELL BEACH DR, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601-5977 |
| Document Number | 005239/770 |
|---|---|
| Date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Book Page | 5239/770 |
| Instrument | 3328215 |
| Name | FIRST FEDERAL BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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The 2025 property tax bill for 243 Shell Beach Dr was $5,167 with a homeowner's exemption, up 4.4% from the year before.
Source: Calcasieu Parish assessment roll, as of July 21, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Calcasieu Parish |
| Municipality | Lake Charles City |
| Unified School District | Calcasieu Parish School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,167.00 (+4.36%) Homeowner's exemption | $49,920 (-) Land $12,670 Building $37,250 | $499,200 (-) Land $126,700 Building $372,500 |
| 2024 | $4,951.00 (-1.3%) Homeowner's exemption | $49,920 (-) Land $12,670 Building $37,250 | $499,200 (-) Land $126,700 Building $372,500 |
| 2023 | $5,016.00 (+0.44%) Homeowner's exemption | $49,920 (-) Land $12,670 Building $37,250 | $499,200 (-) Land $126,700 Building $372,500 |
| 2022 | $4,994.00 Homeowner's exemption | $49,920 Land $12,670 Building $37,250 | $499,200 Land $126,700 Building $372,500 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 243 Shell Beach Dr in Zone AE, a high-risk flood area; flood insurance is required for federally backed loans.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective June 1, 2022 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE high risk |
|---|---|
| 100-Year Floodplain | Yes 1% annual chance |
| Floodway | No |
| Base Flood Elevation | 9.0 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Required federally backed loans |
| Flood Insurance Cost | Premium on File median of 213 policies |
| Community Rating System | Class 10 (0% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 213 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 185 (1979–2024) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 38 of 185 |
| Most Recent Claim | Jul 2024 · rainfall accumulation |
| Claims by Event |
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Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
The area around 243 Shell Beach Dr has no burnable land within ember reach, so its wildfire risk is not rated.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
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Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | CITY OF LAKE CHARLES WATER SYSTEM serves 79,500 people · EPA ID LA1019029 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Sep 2025 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 120 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Metronet Fiber | 5,120 / 5,120 |
| AT&T Fiber | 5,000 / 5,000 |
| Optimum Cable | 940 / 35 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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