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Last List Price
3 beds2,637 sqft$239/sqft
1490 Ross Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Single FamilyProperty Type
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$239/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Come see this extensive restoration with charming new kitchen in Southdowns. This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home offers brand new windows and doors, a new roof and A/C, new exterior hardie plank siding, all new insulation, added bonus room and half bath, laundry room/mud room, bonus room with tons of natural lighting and original wood floors, . The newly renovated kitchen has a gas range, all stainless appliances, wine fridge, quartz counters, slab quartz backsplash, breakfast bar and walk- in pantry. The...Come see this extensive restoration with charming new kitchen in Southdowns. This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home offers brand new windows and doors, a new roof and A/C, new exterior hardie plank siding, all new insulation, added bonus room and half bath, laundry room/mud room, bonus room with tons of natural lighting and original wood floors, . The newly renovated kitchen has a gas range, all stainless appliances, wine fridge, quartz counters, slab quartz backsplash, breakfast bar and walk- in pantry. The living room original refinished wood floors, storage closet and built-in book/tv shelving. The master suite has a corner fireplace, generous walk-through closet and a private full bath with built in storage. The second bathroom has new tub surround and commode. The back yard has a new 10 foot wood privacy fenced with new drainage and landscaping. This list does go on and on with updates and improvements...call today for the complete list. This adorable cottage is located just a few streets down from St. Aloysuis and The Southdowns Parade route. This home is move in ready...schedule your private tour today!
  • Listed by: Em D Saunier 225.954.8275 EmSaunier33@gmail.com • RE/MAX Professional
Listing closed: 08/11/2023 12:00 AM • Source: ROAM MLS, MLS#: BR2023006546

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$639,000

Avg days on market

38

Sale-to-list ratio

99.4%

Baton Rouge, LA

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Location

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 1490 Ross Avenue

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Detached Single Family
  • Architectural Style: Cottage Style
  • Subdivision Name: Southdowns
  • Zoning: Res Single Family Zone
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Lot Size: 0.22 AC / 9,583 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hyacinth to Ross. Home is on the left
  • Latitude: 30.41
  • Longitude: -91.15
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 52
Parking
  • Parking Features: 4+ Car, No Covered Parking, Off Street, Gravel, Unpaved
School Information
  • School District: East Baton Rouge
  • High School: East Baton Rouge
  • Elementary School: East Baton Rouge
  • Middle School: East Baton Rouge
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: WARD 1-3, LOT:E, SQUARE:38, SUBDIV:SOUTHDOWNS. RESUB. OF BL. 38.
  • Tax Lot: E
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2637.0
  • Building Area Total: 2637.0
  • Living Area: 2637.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 60 x 160
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 00781037
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Conveyed
  • Apx Age: 51-75 Years
  • Spec List Type Disclosure: Sellers elect to sell property with full waiver of warranty & Redhibition rights at Act of Sale per LAC.C. art. 2520 and LAC.C. art. 2541. Please have buyer check appropriate section on P.A. entitled Waiver of Warranty.
  • Overall Condition: Excellent
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Insulation
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Landscaped, Lighting, Storm Shutters
  • Fencing: Full, Privacy, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio: Open
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Continuous Cleaning Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Partial: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: 2 Fireplaces, Gas Log
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl Tile Floor, Wood
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Attic Access, Bookcases, Crown Molding, Inside Laundry
  • Other Equipment: Smoke Detector, Wine Cooler
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Bonus Room, Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Bath: Full, Master Bathroom, Den, Kitchen, Laundry, Mud Room
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/1
Room Information
Room Information
  • BA Master Bath: MBA Tub: Shower Combo
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR Ceiling Fan,MBR En Suite Bath,MBR Walk-In Closets
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Breakfast Room/Nook (L1),Bonus (L1),Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Den (L1),Kitchen (L1)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Cabinets Custom Built,Counters Stone,Pantry

Property History for 1490 Ross Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 11, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516855355

Aug 11, 2023

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2023006546

Jul 22, 2023

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2023006546

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/11/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516855355

08/11/2023

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2023006546

07/22/2023

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2023006546

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1490 Ross Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$11,000Additions$42,900Total$53,900
Tax Record2025$5,823 ($485 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,021 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,021 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN781037

Schools near 1490 Ross Avenue

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charter - K to 9
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Helix Aviation Academy
CharterK to 9

Glasgow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mckinley Senior High School
Public9 to 12

IDEA University Prep
CharterK to 9

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1490 Ross Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$629,000
3
2,637
9,583
$350,000
3
1,732
21,780
$139,900
4
2,143
10,080
2,004
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10,397
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