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Rima Hodgeson

Real Estate Salesperson
rima.hodgeson@compass.com
M: 225-892-2131
O: 225-769-1500

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ā€œWe had such a wonderful experience working with Rima. From the very beginning, she was incredibly sweet, honest, and truly took the time to get to know us on a personal level. She understood what we were looking for and guided us in the right direction every step of the way, always being upfront and truthful about each home.Rima made the entire process so much smoother, especially since we were relocating from out of state. She would FaceTime us during showings and went above and beyond to make sure we felt confident in our decisions. She truly went the extra mile to help us find the right home for our family.Thanks to Rima, we found a home that we absolutely love. We canā€™t wait to spend time here with our family and create lasting memories. Weā€™re so grateful for everything she did for us and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who genuinely cares and will guide you with honesty and dedication.ā€œ - Julieth W.

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ā€œRima was seriously amazing. We were moving from out of state and looked at 20+ houses (yeahā€¦ weā€™re picky), and still couldnā€™t find the one. She never rushed us or tried to push us into something that didnā€™t feel right. She just kept showing up and paying attention to what we actually wanted.ā€œ - Colt W.

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ā€œWorking with my realtor, Rima, was an outstanding experience from start to finish. She was simply the bestā€”professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly personable, which made the entire process both smooth and enjoyable.ā€œ - Cornelius B.

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ā€œRima was THE greatest realtor that Iā€™ve ever worked with. Her professionalism and knowledgeability as a realtor went beyond the call of duty. She worked diligently and patiently to achieve my requests. Even though I was very hard to please, Rima found me the perfect house. She fought to get me what I wanted. Rima is a kind and warm hearted person. She became a true friend. I recommend her to anyone who is looking for a good, honest realtor.ā€œ - John C.

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ā€œWe feel so lucky to have had Rima as our realtor! She really went above and beyond to help us with our move. We only had one day to find a rental, and she was fully prepared, giving us all the information we needed. As newcomers to the city, it was so reassuring to have someone like her by our side. Rima did an amazing jobā€”she's professionally trained and has such a warm, friendly personality. When we decided to buy a house, she helped us find exactly what we were looking for and took us all around Baton Rouge, Zachary, Walker, Denham Springs, and West Baton Rouge Parish. She's truly passionate about helping her clients find the perfect home!ā€œ - Yulia G.

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ā€œA family that finds a good realtor is lucky. But one that finds realtor Rema Hodgesis blessed beyond measure. She has been like a daughter to us.We looked at least 45 listing and she encouraged us throughout our forever home search. When we found the home . It's hard to say who was more ecstatic, her or us. She is awesome.Trust her with your forever home needs.ā€œ - Harold W.

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"VERY HELPFUL! Went above and beyond to make sure we was comfortable very family oriented. Id recommend me her to anyone. " - Denzel M.

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"Had a very good experience with Rima Hodgeson as a realtor. All our requests were taken into account. Professionally and in a short time helped us with relocation. Will definitely contact again. " - Yulia G.

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"Rima is very professional realtor and has good personality. Rima showed us nice neighbourhoods and gives plenty of choices to choose from, as well as valuable local property market information. " - Anton S.

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"Rima was an answered prayer! I found out that I needed two new knee replacements. I lived on the second floor and had to make a change to the first floor of a place to live. Rima not only found me a home within 40 days but she also had no cats but she was able to show them my cats and they approved to have an animal so that I could bring my cats with me. Sheā€™s gone over and above excellence that I can tell you that if you need to buy or sell a house call her and sheā€™ll do all you need to doā€¦. all you have to do is just tell her what You want because ā€¦. She listens!! And gets the job done! 5 stars + peace mind. Thank you Rima ā£ļø Jane Harelson and Harold Wood" - Jane H.

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"Rima is by far one of the realest and nicest people Iā€™ve met in a long time. She actually does everything in her power to make you feel as if you have known her your whole life and that you get what you are looking for . Itā€™s refreshing that there are people out there who still have your needs before their own." - Nicole A.

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"Rima instantly became family. She understood my very strict criteria and aligned with my request. I was fortunate enough to find what I wanted within a week of my search and she had that easy for me. I canā€™t wait for our next home buying experience together. Thanks, Rima!!!!! " - Shantay S.

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"If you want your house SOLD - Rima is the BEST! Not only did she get our house sold quickly, she offered great advice. She did what it took to get our house sold. She was very honest and easy to work with! I would use Rima again in a heartbeat! " - Eydie A.

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"I recently moved to the Baton Rouge area, and I really needed some knowledgeable, local help. I reached out to Rima, and she helped me to find my dream home! She made the buying experience as seamless as possible, kept me informed, and consistently provided me with all of the purchasing options and points of negotiation that were available to me. Rima went above and beyond to make sure that we found a home that met my needs. I would recommend Rima as an agent to anyone looking to buy or sell in the Baton Rouge market. Her personality, professionalism, and dogged pursuit of your goals as a customer will make her the ideal agent for you! " - Bryce R.



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Specialties

Seller Representation (SRS)
Strategic pricing, negotiation, and high-impact marketing designed to help sellers achieve the best possible outcome.

Buyer Representation (ABR)
Guiding buyers through every step of the home-buying process with market insight, contract expertise, and strong advocacy.

Relocation Services (BGRS)
Helping professionals and families relocating to Louisiana transition smoothly with expert local guidance and community insight.

Compass Marketing Strategy
Leveraging Compass tools such as Private Exclusives, Compass Coming Soon, digital advertising, professional photography, and 3D tours to maximize exposure and demand for listings.

Luxury & Move-Up Homes
Assisting buyers and sellers in higher-value properties with strategic marketing and detailed market analysis.

Investment Properties
Helping clients evaluate rental income potential, long-term value, and smart real estate investments.

First-Time Home Buyers
Educating and guiding new buyers through financing, inspections, negotiations, and closing with confidence.

Local Market Expertise
Serving Baton Rouge and surrounding communities including Prairieville, Gonzales, Denham Springs, Ascension Parish, Livingston Parish, and nearby areas.


Education

Skills & Education ā€“ Rima Hodgeson, REALTORĀ® | ABR | SRS

I am a proud graduate of Louisiana State University (LSU) with a degree in Dietetics, where I developed strong communication skills, discipline, and a deep commitment to helping people ā€” qualities that continue to guide my work in real estate today.

Before becoming a licensed REALTORĀ®, I built and managed a successful eCommerce business, completing thousands of transactions and earning a loyal customer base. Through this experience, I developed expertise in online marketing, negotiation, customer service, and attention to detail, all of which directly benefit my real estate clients.

As a licensed REALTORĀ® in Louisiana affiliated with Compass, I continue to invest in professional education to better serve my clients.

My professional designations include:

SRS ā€“ Seller Representative SpecialistĀ®
Advanced training focused on representing sellers with strategic pricing, marketing, and negotiation expertise.

ABR ā€“ Accredited Buyerā€™s RepresentativeĀ®
Specialized education in buyer representation, contract strategy, and navigating the home-buying process.

Through Compass, I leverage innovative tools, marketing technology, and a strong professional network to help my clients make confident real estate decisions.

My background in healthcare, entrepreneurship, and real estate allows me to combine analytical thinking, marketing strategy, and genuine care for people ā€” ensuring every client receives thoughtful guidance and dedicated representation.

About Rima

REALTORĀ® | ABRĀ® | SRSĀ®

Compass | Baton Rouge Real Estate & Surrounding Louisiana Communities

Buying or selling a home in Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana communities is one of the most important financial decisions you will ever make. Itā€™s not just a transaction ā€” itā€™s your future, your investment, your next chapter. You deserve experienced guidance, honest communication, and a REALTORĀ® who protects your interests from start to finish.

I proudly serve clients throughout Greater Baton Rouge, Ascension Parish, Livingston Parish, Tangipahoa Parish, Ponchatoula, and communities along the I-10 and I-12 corridors. Whether you're relocating, purchasing near LSU, building new construction, downsizing, or investing, I provide strategic, data-driven insight tailored to your goals.

As an ABRĀ® (Accredited Buyer Representative) and SRSĀ® (Seller Representative Specialist), I bring advanced training in both buyer and seller representation. I am also an approved agent within the BGRS relocation network, assisting corporate and employer-sponsored relocation clients across Louisiana.

šŸ” Buying a Home in Baton Rouge

Buying a home should feel exciting ā€” not overwhelming. I guide my buyers step-by-step with:

ā€¢ Customized property searches
ā€¢ Strong contract negotiation
ā€¢ Careful due diligence and inspection guidance
ā€¢ Condo and investment strategy insight
ā€¢ Clear communication all the way to closing

šŸ  Selling Your Home

Selling requires strategy, presentation, and precision. I provide:

ā€¢ Data-driven pricing backed by detailed market analysis
ā€¢ Compass 3-Phase Marketing Strategy
ā€¢ Professional photography, 3D tours, and digital exposure
ā€¢ Targeted marketing to attract qualified buyers
ā€¢ Skilled negotiation focused on maximizing your net proceeds

šŸ’¼ Investment & Relocation Services

ā€¢ LSU-area condo and rental analysis
ā€¢ Break-even and long-term equity strategy
ā€¢ Corporate relocation coordination
ā€¢ Personalized planning for smooth transitions

As a long-time Louisiana resident and LSU graduate, I understand the neighborhoods, schools, growth trends, and market shifts that influence property values throughout the region. I treat every client with transparency, respect, and full commitment ā€” because this is not just business to me.

šŸ“‹ Letā€™s Start With a Plan

To better understand your goals and prepare a strategy tailored specifically to you, I invite you to complete my secure client intake form here: šŸ‘‰ Work With Rima

Whether you're buying, selling, investing, or simply exploring your options, this allows me to come prepared ā€” so our first conversation is focused, productive, and valuable.

šŸ“ž 225-892-2131 šŸ“§ rima.hodgeson@compass.com

Your Vision. My Commitment

 

Rima Hodgesonā€™s Listings

$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
$685,000 | 5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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$685,000

4
Bedrooms
2,676
Square Feet
0.16
Acres

5118 Grene Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
$395,000 | 17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769
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Listed By Compass

$395,000

4
Bedrooms
1,687
Square Feet
1.7
Acres

17365 Levern Stafford Road, Prairieville, LA 70769

Rima Hodgesonā€™s Transactions

Past Sales
$479,900 | 2037 Antonio Road, Port Allen, LA 70767

$479,900

4
Bedrooms
2,960
Square Feet
0.44
Acres

2037 Antonio Road, Port Allen, LA 70767

$395,900 | 2106 Hillway Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

$395,900

4
Bedrooms
2,213
Square Feet
0.28
Acres

2106 Hillway Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

$376,999 | 3217 Creekmere Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

$376,999

3
Bedrooms
1,920
Square Feet
0.16
Acres

3217 Creekmere Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

$337,665 | 23119 Waterbuck Lake Court, Denham Springs, LA 70726

$337,665

4
Bedrooms
2,782
Square Feet
0.28
Acres

23119 Waterbuck Lake Court, Denham Springs, LA 70726

$337,500 | 15613 Confederate Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

$337,500

5
Bedrooms
2,897
Square Feet
0.35
Acres

15613 Confederate Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

$330,000 | 12931 Carrington Pl Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

$330,000

3
Bedrooms
1,982
Square Feet
0.45
Acres

12931 Carrington Pl Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

$315,000 | 10222 Springpark Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

$315,000

3
Bedrooms
1,629
Square Feet
0.19
Acres

10222 Springpark Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

$310,000 | 12265 Parkwood Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70815

$310,000

4
Bedrooms
2,157
Square Feet
0.32
Acres

12265 Parkwood Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70815

$225,000 | 141 East Boyd Drive, Unit 607, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

$225,000

3
Bedrooms
1,492
Square Feet

141 East Boyd Drive, Unit 607, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

$220,000 | 7456 Associate Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

$220,000

3
Bedrooms
1,464
Square Feet
0.23
Acres

7456 Associate Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

$219,000 | 4637 Tartan Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

$219,000

3
Bedrooms
1,813
Square Feet
0.28
Acres

4637 Tartan Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

$190,000 | 141 East Boyd Drive, Unit 211, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

$190,000

3
Bedrooms
1,150
Square Feet

141 East Boyd Drive, Unit 211, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Past Rentals
$2,500 | 14304 Caroline Way, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

$2,500

4
Bedrooms
2,069
Square Feet
0.15
Acres

14304 Caroline Way, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

$1,700 | 4848 Windsor Village Drive, Unit 19, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

$1,700

3
Bedrooms
1,523
Square Feet

4848 Windsor Village Drive, Unit 19, Baton Rouge, LA 70817