1900 Historic house in Franklin, Louisiana - $375k

Louisiana

Mar 9

Unique Historic house for sale in Franklin, Louisiana. Built in 1900, it was the Albert Hanson Lumber Mill office, unique historical architecture, two-story cypress structure, prominent spiral staircase, 6 bedrooms, 5300 square feet. $375,000.

1900 Historic house in Franklin Louisiana - front view

House overview

The Albert Hanson Lumber Mill Office is a unique, two-story cypress structure located in Garden City, Louisiana. Built around 1900, it stands as a rare surviving example of the architecture from Louisiana’s lumber boom era.

The house is a striking two-story cypress wood structure featuring deep, wrap-around galleries (porches) on both levels. This design was highly functional for the Louisiana climate, providing shade and ventilation. Because its specific combination of features doesn’t fit into a standard architectural category, it is documented in the Library of Congress as a unique historical specimen.

Reflecting its history as a lumber mill office, the interior is heavily clad in high-quality cypress. A standout feature is a prominent spiral staircase located near the entrance.

The house retains historical elements from its operational days, such as the original mill counter where business was once conducted. It remained an office until the 1950s and now serves as a private residence that preserves the legacy of the state’s industrial “golden years”.

House details

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3.5
Interior area: 5,300 sqft
Lot size: 1 Acre
Year built: 1900
Style: Single-Family
State: Louisiana
Price: $375,000
Photos and info: Gary Brown
Contact: Gary Brown (owner)
- Tel: (504) 756-1987
- Email: hgarybrown@gmail.com
Address: 10400 Highway 182, Franklin, LA 70538