Last List Price
4 beds3,953 sqft$240/sqft
225 Amherst Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Description

Located in one of the most sought after neighborhoods, this beautifully maintained 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern comforts. Situated in beloved College Town this residence offers the perfect mix of convenience, character, and comfort. Walk to LSU games! Step onto the welcoming front porch and enter a space filled with natural light, beautiful wood flooring, and unique architectural details, including antique doors throughout. The split floor plan on the main...Located in one of the most sought after neighborhoods, this beautifully maintained 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern comforts. Situated in beloved College Town this residence offers the perfect mix of convenience, character, and comfort. Walk to LSU games! Step onto the welcoming front porch and enter a space filled with natural light, beautiful wood flooring, and unique architectural details, including antique doors throughout. The split floor plan on the main level includes two bedrooms sharing a cozy sitting area ideal for families, guests, or a quiet workspace. The spacious living room is anchored by a warm fireplace and features a unique wine closet perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is well equipped with a gas cooktop, double ovens, and two walk in pantries all opening to a generous dining area and large den for seamless living. Retreat to the private primary suite featuring a wall of built ins and an en suite with a large walk in closet. There is another full bedroom and bath on the lower lever which offers even more flexibility along with a large bonus room upstairs perfect for a playroom, media room, or home office. Bonus room is plumbed for a full bath. Enjoy outdoor living in the beautifully landscaped yard complete with a spacious back porch, fire pit, and additional storage space. The freshly painted interior and whole house generator make this home move in ready. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of history in an unbeatable location.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/14/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Heather D Kirkpatrick • Keller Williams Realty Premier Partners
    P: (225) 500-1125 C: (225) 252-0668 realtorheatherkirkpatrick@gmail.com

Property Details for 225 Amherst Avenue

Status
MLS #
BR2025016733
Days on Market
35
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Detached Single Family
Year Built
1950
Lot Size
0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
Architectural Style
Traditional Style
Subdivision Name
College Town

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$810,000

Avg days on market

64

Sale-to-list ratio

94.7%

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Location

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Building Information for 225 Amherst Avenue

Stories2Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,167 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,828

Property Taxes

$339

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 225 Amherst Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From LSU Avenue to Emory Ave. Left on Amherst Ave. House on right OR From Highland Rd to Amherst Avenue
  • Latitude: 30.40
  • Longitude: -91.17
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,950
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 52
Parking
  • Parking Features: Carport
  • Carport Sq Ft: 363
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
  • Tax Legal Description: WARD 1-3, LOT A-1, COLLEGE TOWN SUBDIVISION
  • Tax Lot: A-1
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3953.0
  • Building Area Total: 5032.0
  • Living Area: 3953.0
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 74x192x71x183
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 716
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 540927
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Negotiable
  • Apx Age: Other See Remarks
  • Spec List Type Disclosure: Sellers elect to sell property with full waiver of warranty and redhibition rights at act of sale. Please have buyer check appropriate section on PA.
  • Overall Condition: Very Good
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Double Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Wall Oven
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Partial: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Central
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Game Room
  • Bathrooms Display: 3/1
Room Information
Room Information
  • BA Master Bath: MBA 2+ Closets,MBA Double Vanity,MBA Separate Shower,MBA Tub: Garden/Soaking,MBA Walk-In Closets,MBA Water Closet
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR Ceiling 9'+,MBR Ceiling Fan,MBR En Suite Bath,MBR Down Stairs
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Breakfast Room/Nook (L1),Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Den (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Kitchen (L1)
  • RT Room Types Level 2 Plus: Recreation-Game Rm (L2+)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Cabinets Custom Built,Counters Granite,Island,Pantry

Property History for 225 Amherst Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 14, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920118000

Nov 14, 2025

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2025016733

Oct 14, 2025

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2025016733

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/14/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920118000

11/14/2025

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2025016733

10/14/2025

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2025016733

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

Public Records for 225 Amherst Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$4,500Additions$35,050Total$39,550
Tax Record2025$4,064 ($339 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,068 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,068 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN540927

Schools near 225 Amherst 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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