1501 Letitia Street

Closed 4/30/26

Last List Price

$515,000

3 beds2 baths2,180 sqft$236/sqft

1501 Letitia St, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Description

Charming 3-bedroom main home + a bonus room, + a detached 571 sq/ft apartment (full kitchen, bath, living room & laundry) that would serve perfectly as a detached office, and a separate 571 sq ft workshop/garage, all tucked behind a white picket fence in the Garden District! This precious cottage blends original character with thoughtful modern updates & has been completely renovated with a new roof, new windows & cosmetic updates. Original shiplap, antique glass doorknobs, and historic details are...Charming 3-bedroom main home + a bonus room, + a detached 571 sq/ft apartment (full kitchen, bath, living room & laundry) that would serve perfectly as a detached office, and a separate 571 sq ft workshop/garage, all tucked behind a white picket fence in the Garden District! This precious cottage blends original character with thoughtful modern updates & has been completely renovated with a new roof, new windows & cosmetic updates. Original shiplap, antique glass doorknobs, and historic details are woven throughout. The kitchen features antique beams from an 1800s Kentucky home, reclaimed flooring from Hundred Oaks, custom cabinets to the ceiling, stone countertops, farmhouse sink, gas range, subway tile backsplash, island, & a shiplap-wrapped hood vent. The spacious laundry room offers black-and-white hexagon tile. Both bathrooms have been fully renovated. The guest bath includes mini hex tile, an antique vanity, and a subway-tiled shower to the ceiling. The primary suite features an extended sitting area, walk-in closet, wainscoting, clawfoot tub, large tiled shower, and double vanity. Living & dining areas are filled with natural light from a wall of windows. Enjoy the charming front porch with swing and brick pathway. The backyard is fully fenced and includes a 400 sq/ft covered patio with built-in seating, stained beadboard ceiling, and outdoor fireplace, + an elevated deck with awning, brick paver patio with pergola, and no history of flooding. The apartment features wood floors, built-ins, stainless steel appliances, charming 1940s details, excellent storage, and walk-in closets. Previously rented and used by LSU students.

LISTING CLOSED: 04/30/2026 12:00 AM

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Alissa Allphin Jenkins
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Property Details for 1501 Letitia Street

Status

Closed

MLS #

BR2026001860

Days on Market

Taxes

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Detached Single Family

Year Built

1940

Lot Size

0.16 AC / 6,969 SF

County

East Baton Rouge Parish

Architectural Style

Traditional Style

Subdivision Name

Zeeland Place

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Location

Sold By The W Group Real Estate LLC

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Building Information for 1501 Letitia Street

Stories2Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF

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$2,781 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,618

Property Taxes

$163

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Property Information for 1501 Letitia Street

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: Take exit 155A for I-110 N, then exit 1A (Government St), turn right onto Government St, and turn left onto S 15th St.
Latitude: 30.43

Longitude: -91.16
MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
Year Built: 1,940
Local Area: EBR MLS Area 51

Parking

Parking Features: 1 Car, Concrete, Driveway

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, SUBDIVISION: ZEELAND PLACE, LOT: 8, BLOCK: 12.

Tax Lot: 8

Property

Lot Information

Above Grade Finished Area: 2180.0
Building Area Total: 4271.0

Living Area: 2180.0
Living Area Source: Measured
Lot Size Acres: 0.16
Lot Size Dimensions: 141 x 50
Storage Sq Ft: 571
Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 655
Bonus Room Sq Ft: 571
Deck Sq Ft: 145

Property and Assessments

Parcel Number: 808679
Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family

Property Type: Residential
Mineral Rights: Conveyed
Apx Age: 76 + Years
Spec List Type Disclosure: Sellers elect to Il 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

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Exterior Features: Landscaped, Fire Pit, Lighting

Fencing: Partial, Wood
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio: Concrete, Covered, Patio: Open
Pool Private: No
Roof: Shingle
Stories: 2

Interior Features

Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Exhaust Fan, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Bathrooms Full: 2

Bedrooms Total: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace
Flooring: Brick, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Heating: Central
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Ceiling 9'+, Ceiling Fan(s), Inside Laundry
Other Equipment: Security System
Room Type: Bath: Full, Master Bathroom, Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Closet-Master, Kitchen, Laundry, Office
Bathrooms Display: 2/

Room Information

BA Master Bath: MBA Separate Shower,MBA Tub: Clawfoot,MBA Walk-In Closets
BD Master Bedroom: MBR Ceiling 9'+,MBR Ceiling Fan,MBR En Suite Bath,MBR Down Stairs,MBR Efficiency

RO Room Types Level 1: Bath: Full (L1),Bath: Master (L1),Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Closet-Master (L1),Kitchen (L1),Laundry (L1),Office/Study (L1)
KF Kitchen Features: Counters Granite,Island,Pantry

Property History for 1501 Letitia Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Apr 30, 2026	Sold ROAM MLS #BR2026001860		—
Apr 28, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1939137607		—
Apr 28, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1936817919		—
Mar 28, 2026	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR2026001860		—
Mar 10, 2026	Price Change ROAM MLS #BR2026001860	$515,000	—
Jan 30, 2026	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2026001860	$529,000	—
Nov 29, 2025	Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #BR2025009664	$529,000	—
Aug 2, 2025	Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #BR2025009664	$565,000	—
Jun 24, 2025	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR2025009664		—
May 23, 2025	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2025009664	$585,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
04/30/2026	Sold ROAM MLS #BR2026001860	—
04/28/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1939137607	—
04/28/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1936817919	—
03/28/2026	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR2026001860	—
03/10/2026	Price Change ROAM MLS #BR2026001860	$515,000
01/30/2026	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2026001860	$529,000
11/29/2025	Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #BR2025009664	$529,000
08/02/2025	Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #BR2025009664	$565,000
06/24/2025	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR2025009664	—
05/23/2025	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2025009664	$585,000

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

Public Records for 1501 Letitia Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,000Additions$21,400Total$22,400

Tax Record2025$1,961 ($163 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,743 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,743 SqFtLot Size7,062 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN808679

Schools near 1501 Letitia Street

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	McKinley Elementary	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	1.6 mi
6/10	Glasgow Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	2.1 mi
2/10	Mckinley Senior High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.1 mi
7/10	Baton Rouge Visual And Performing Arts Center	Public - Choice school	PK to 5	0.6 mi
10/10	Baton Rouge Magnet High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	0.8 mi
7/10	Mckinley Middle Magnet School	Public - Choice school	6 to 8	0.9 mi
NR	St Joseph's Academy	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.2 mi
NR	St. Joseph's Academy (Girls)	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.2 mi
NR	St John Primary & Saint Theresa Middle	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.4 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	McKinley Elementary PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	1.6 mi
6/10	Glasgow Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	2.1 mi
2/10	Mckinley Senior High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.1 mi
7/10	Baton Rouge Visual And Performing Arts Center PublicPK to 5 Choice school	0.6 mi
10/10	Baton Rouge Magnet High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	0.8 mi
7/10	Mckinley Middle Magnet School Public6 to 8 Choice school	0.9 mi
NR	St Joseph's Academy Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.2 mi
NR	St. Joseph's Academy (Girls) Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.2 mi
NR	St John Primary & Saint Theresa Middle PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.4 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 1501 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$515,000	3	2	2,180	6,969
1507 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$185,900	3	2	1,681	6,750
1463 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$172,500	2	3	1,663	6,750
1517 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$275,000	3	2	1,433	6,969
1455 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	–	–	–	1,574	–
1445 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	–	–	–	1,270	–
1527 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$289,000	3	2	1,744	6,750
1472 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	–	–	–	1,725	–
1506 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$275,000	3	1	1,483	6,750
1506 South Eugene Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$365,000	3	2	1,490	6,750
1474 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$40,000	–	–	1,353	–
1480 South Eugene Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	–	–	–	1,302	–
1557 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	–	–	–	1,600	–
1452 Letitia Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$329,500	2	2	1,883	6,750
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