1737 May Street

Closed 11/23/22

Sold

Last List Price

$675,000

4 beds3 baths2,712 sqft$249/sqft

1737 May St, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Single FamilyProperty Type

10,018 sq ftLot Size

$249/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Adorable cottage style 4 bedroom 3 bath home within a few steps to the LSU lakes, City Park, and LSU- walk to the games! This home was lived in and loved; renovated and meticulously taken care of. Tons of natural light, wonderful split floor plan layout, and lots of character. In its own separate wing there is a huge master bedroom with fireplace, doors that lead to the porch, a large en suite master bath and large walk-in closet. Outside of the master there is a library and a media/sitting room....Adorable cottage style 4 bedroom 3 bath home within a few steps to the LSU lakes, City Park, and LSU- walk to the games! This home was lived in and loved; renovated and meticulously taken care of. Tons of natural light, wonderful split floor plan layout, and lots of character. In its own separate wing there is a huge master bedroom with fireplace, doors that lead to the porch, a large en suite master bath and large walk-in closet. Outside of the master there is a library and a media/sitting room. The kitchen is gorgeous and boasts high-end thermador appliances which includes a gas range and wall oven, built in microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator. Front and back yards with porches that are perfect for relaxing. Inside the garage there is extra space with water hook ups; perfect for a hobby room or could be converted into a mother-in-law suite or apartment (offset your mortgage with rental income!) Please call for more details. Homes like these don't come around often!

Listed by: Remy Curry 225.768.1800 homegirlremy@gmail.com • Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners
Listed by: Miriam del Rio 225.768.1800 klrw192@kw.com • Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners

Listing closed: 11/23/2022 12:00 AM • Source: ROAM MLS, MLS#: BR2022008271

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Median sold price

$643,500

Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

94.8%

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Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2,851
Square Feet: 0.24
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Property Information for 1737 May Street

Property Details

MLS Type: Residential / Detached Single Family
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
Architectural Style: Cottage Style
Subdivision Name: Lake Crest
Waterfront Features: Walk to Water

Building Information

Stories: 1
Lot Size: 0.23 AC / 10,018 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: Dalrymple to May Street. Home is on the right.
Latitude: 30.42

Longitude: -91.17
MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
In City Limits: Yes
Local Area: EBR MLS Area 52

Parking

Parking Features: 2 Car

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: Lot 8, Lakecrest

Tax Lot: 8

Property

Lot Information

Above Grade Finished Area: 2712.0
Building Area Total: 3025.0

Living Area: 2712.0
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Lot Size Acres: 0.23
Lot Size Dimensions: 80 X 125 X 78 X 126
Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 313

Property and Assessments

Home Warranty: No
Parcel Number: 00649910

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."

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

GS Utilities Gas: Entergy

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Exterior Features: Landscaped, Porch

Fencing: Wood
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Patio And Porch Features: Patio: Open, Porch
Pool Private: No
Roof: Asphalt
Stories: 1

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, Range
Bathrooms Full: 3

Bedrooms Total: 4
Cooling: Multi Units
Fireplace Features: 2 Fireplaces
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Heating: 2 or More Units
Interior Features: Bookcases, High Speed Internet, Ceiling 9'+, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding
Other Equipment: Security System
Room Type: Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Library, Game Room
Bathrooms Display: 3/

Room Information

BD Master Bedroom: MBR En Suite Bath,MBR Walk-In Closets
RO Room Types Level 1: Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Den (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Kitchen (L1),Library (L1),Recreation-Game Room (L1)

Property History for 1737 May Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Nov 23, 2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1502117759		—
Nov 23, 2022	Sold ROAM MLS #BR2022008271		—
Sep 30, 2022	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR2022008271		—
May 31, 2022	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2022008271	$675,000	—
Apr 20, 2022	Permanently Off Market ROAM MLS #BR2022005829	$5,000	—
Apr 20, 2022	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2022005829	$5,000	—
Jun 10, 2009	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #270228021		—
Jun 10, 2009	Sold ROAM MLS #BR200904325		—
Apr 24, 2009	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR200904325		—
Mar 23, 2009	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR200904325	$435,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
11/23/2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1502117759	—
11/23/2022	Sold ROAM MLS #BR2022008271	—
09/30/2022	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR2022008271	—
05/31/2022	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2022008271	$675,000
04/20/2022	Permanently Off Market ROAM MLS #BR2022005829	$5,000
04/20/2022	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2022005829	$5,000
06/10/2009	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #270228021	—
06/10/2009	Sold ROAM MLS #BR200904325	—
04/24/2009	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR200904325	—
03/23/2009	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR200904325	$435,000

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

Public Records for 1737 May Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,500Additions$52,830Total$60,330

Tax Record2025$6,611 ($551 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,911 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,911 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1999CountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN649910

Schools near 1737 May Street

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
NR	University Terrace Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	4 to 5	0.5 mi
6/10	Glasgow Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.9 mi
2/10	Mckinley Senior High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.2 mi
3/10	Eva Legard Learning Center	Public - Nearby school	6 to 8	0.5 mi
7/10	Mckinley Middle Magnet School	Public - Choice school	6 to 8	0.7 mi
7/10	Baton Rouge Visual And Performing Arts Center	Public - Choice school	PK to 5	1.1 mi
9/10	U High	Private - Choice school	K to 12	0.6 mi
NR	Charity Christian Academy	Private - Nearby school	PK to 5	0.9 mi
NR	Trinity Episcopal Day School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 5	1.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
NR	University Terrace Elementary School Public4 to 5 Nearby school	0.5 mi
6/10	Glasgow Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.9 mi
2/10	Mckinley Senior High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.2 mi
3/10	Eva Legard Learning Center Public6 to 8 Nearby school	0.5 mi
7/10	Mckinley Middle Magnet School Public6 to 8 Choice school	0.7 mi
7/10	Baton Rouge Visual And Performing Arts Center PublicPK to 5 Choice school	1.1 mi
9/10	U High PrivateK to 12 Choice school	0.6 mi
NR	Charity Christian Academy PrivatePK to 5 Nearby school	0.9 mi
NR	Trinity Episcopal Day School PrivatePK to 5 Nearby school	1.0 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: 1737 May Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$675,000	4	3	2,712	10,018
1753 May Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	–	–	–	2,047	–
1723 May Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$265,000	6	3	3,101	9,583
2765 July Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$129,900	4	2	1,677	–
2751 July Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$225,000	–	–	1,669	–
1768 May Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$680,000	–	–	2,369	–
2736 June Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$350,000	–	–	2,219	–
1718 May Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$750,000	3	2	2,728	10,890
1746 May Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	–	–	–	2,781	–
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2735 July Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	$424,900	3	3	2,210	10,890
2749 June Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	–	–	–	2,400	–
2648 June Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	–	–	–	3,085	–
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