2837 Lydia Avenue

Closed 6/30/16
Closed 6/30/16
Pool View
Street View of House
View of Cabana and Fountain
Additional View of Pool
View of Front Porch
Living Room
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Den
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Street View from Den
Dining Room
Kitchen
Additional View of Kitchen
View of Kitchen to Sunroom
Sunroom
Additional View of Sunroom
Master Bedroom
Master Bathroom
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Outdoor Kitchen in Cabana
Sold
Last List Price
$622,500
3 beds2,974 sqft

2837 Lydia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.31 acresLot Size
$209/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Historical interest and architectural significance unite in this beautiful home on Lydia Avenue in the heart of Baton Rouge. Built in 1936 for Huey P. Long's sister-in-law, the home was remodeled in 1962 by the late A. Hays Town and updated in 1994. Mr. Town's signature Southern style is seen throughout the 2974 Sq Ft home where he added bricks and cypress brought from Natchez and also created the lovely pool and cabana featuring an outdoor kitchen, showers and bathroom. The home has 3 large bedrooms,...Historical interest and architectural significance unite in this beautiful home on Lydia Avenue in the heart of Baton Rouge. Built in 1936 for Huey P. Long's sister-in-law, the home was remodeled in 1962 by the late A. Hays Town and updated in 1994. Mr. Town's signature Southern style is seen throughout the 2974 Sq Ft home where he added bricks and cypress brought from Natchez and also created the lovely pool and cabana featuring an outdoor kitchen, showers and bathroom. The home has 3 large bedrooms, walk-in closets, 2 1/2 baths, wood and slate floors in addition to a 31x15 family room, a dining room, fireplace, and a sunroom. A homeowner's delight is found in the magnificent "heart of the home" kitchen with its old cypress floor-to-ceiling cabinets spanning one whole wall, granite, and slate counter tops, and an island cook-top. Whether spending a quiet evening relaxing in a peaceful setting or entertaining on a grand and elegant scale this is a home that offers and embraces it all!
  • Listed by: Jim F Grieshaber 225.752.3100 jimg@burnsandco.com • Burns & Co., Inc.
Listing closed: 06/30/2016 12:00 AM • Source: ROAM MLS, MLS#: BR2016003169
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Property Information for 2837 Lydia Avenue

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Detached Single Family
  • County: East Baton Rouge Parish
  • Architectural Style: Traditional Style
  • Subdivision Name: Zeeland Place
  • Zoning: Res Single Family Zone

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Lot Size: 0.31 AC / 13,503 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: Off Perkins Rd between Eugene & Parker
  • Latitude: 30.43
  • Longitude: -91.16
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 51
Parking
  • Parking Features: 4+ Car, Garage
  • Garage Sq Ft: 486
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: Lots 4 & 5, Square 2, Zeeland Place Subdivision
  • Tax Lot: 4 & 5

Property

Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2974.0
  • Building Area Total: 4282.0
  • Living Area: 2974.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.31
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 135
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 822
Property and Assessments
  • 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: Comm. Sewer
  • Water Source: Comm. Water
  • GS Utilities Gas: Entergy

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Landscaped, Porch
  • Fencing: Privacy
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Other Structures: Cabana
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Partial: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Multi Units
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace
  • Flooring: Brick, Slate, Wood
  • Heating: 2 or More Units, Central, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling 9'+, Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Other Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Room Type: Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Garage, Sun Room, Other
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/1

Room Information

Room Information
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR 2+ Closets,MBR Ceiling 9'+,MBR En Suite Bath
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Family (L1),Garage (L1),Sunroom (L1),Other (L1)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Counters Granite,Island

Property History for 2837 Lydia Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #573796751

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Jun 30, 2016

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2016003169

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May 4, 2016

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2016003169

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #573796751

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06/30/2016

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2016003169

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05/04/2016

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2016003169

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Public records

2837 Lydia Avenue

Beds

0

Total Finished SqFt

2,973 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,973 SqFt

Lot Size

87,120 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

County

EAST BATON ROUGE

Schools near 2837 Lydia Avenue

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
McKinley Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Glasgow Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Mckinley Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Baton Rouge Visual And Performing Arts Center
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
McKinley Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Glasgow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mckinley Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Baton Rouge Visual And Performing Arts Center
PublicPK to 5

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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