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Step back in time with this beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated historic home. The Doucet Home was originally built in 1898 in downtown Lafayette and moved to its current location in 1981. This charming Victorian residence combines timeless character with turn of the century design elements and modern convenience, offering a one-of-a-kind opportunity for homeowners who appreciate heritage and style. This beauty features an inviting wraparound porch system and timeless stain glass windows. Inside, you'll find an enlarged primary suite with a walk-in closet, an enduring kitchen with custom cabinetry, and living area and parlor with double fire place (gas/wood burning). The Doucet Residence has had extensive updates throughout its life, including refinished/updating flooring and cypress walls, expanded master suite, finished parlor, extensive exterior updates to solidify the timeless age, entire porch system replaced with new porch roof added 6 years ago, just to name a few. Upstairs, was reconverted into additional living area in the 1990s - complete with a bathroom, closet, and dressing area - ideal for a private retreat or bonus space.Other modern upgrades include: All new PEX plumbing (2022) under the house with insulation, updated electrical during previous remodels, 2 A/C units (approx. 5 and 10 years old), updated insulation and interior paint. Additional highlights: Walk-in pantry, bathroom remodels, new exterior stairs (2025), wallpaper accents (1990s), walk in attic access, upstairs porch overlooking the serene back yard, and exterior paint and trim refresh in 2025. This property is picturesque with 2 beautiful acres, large pond with cypress trees and foliage, and 2 car garage with large workshop attached. This timeless, Victorian style treasure is irreplaceable, the memories inside these walls are sure to carry on forever
| DAYS ON MARKET | 8 | LAST UPDATED | 7/23/2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRACT | None | YEAR BUILT | 1898 |
| COMMUNITY | F | GARAGE SPACES | 2.0 |
| COUNTY | Lafayette | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Duson |
|---|---|
| Jr. High School | Scott |
| High School | Acadiana |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Central Air, Multi Units |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Gas Range, Microwave |
| AREA | F |
| CONSTRUCTION | Frame, Wood Siding |
| EXTERIOR | Balcony, Lighting, Other |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Yes |
| HEAT | Central, Electric |
| INTERIOR | Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s) |
| LOT | 2 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Level, Views, Waterfront |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | per plat 2 acres |
| PARKING | Detached, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Open |
| STORIES | 2 |
| STYLE | Other, Victorian |
| SUBDIVISION | None |
| VIEW | Yes |
| WATERFRONT | Yes |
| WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION | Pond |
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