509 Franklin St

1,157 Sq. Ft.
$251 / Sq. Ft.
1,157
Sq. Ft.
$251
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charm and character meet modern updates in this beautifully maintained Mid-City Baton Rouge cottage in Capital Heights. This updated 2-bedroom plus office, 1-bath home offers timeless appeal with thoughtful improvements throughout. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof (2026), new covered back porch (2024), smart thermostat (2025), new insulation in the attic and crawl space (2025), and a new back fence (2025). Despite the updates, the home retains its original character with hardwood floors,...Charm and character meet modern updates in this beautifully maintained Mid-City Baton Rouge cottage in Capital Heights. This updated 2-bedroom plus office, 1-bath home offers timeless appeal with thoughtful improvements throughout. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof (2026), new covered back porch (2024), smart thermostat (2025), new insulation in the attic and crawl space (2025), and a new back fence (2025). Despite the updates, the home retains its original character with hardwood floors, crown molding throughout, and a welcoming open living area that flows seamlessly into the breakfast nook and kitchen. The bright, functional galley-style kitchen features white cabinetry, white subway tile backsplash, wood countertops, floating wood shelves, and stainless steel appliances. A spacious office provides flexibility and could easily serve as a third bedroom. Enjoy outdoor living in the fully fenced backyard with a generous covered patio, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Conveniently located within walking distance to Government Street, with easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment, this home offers the best of Mid-City living.
  1. Listed by Christie L Farris • PINO & Associates
    P: (225)-315-9003 C: (225)-315-9003 christiefarris@gmail.com

Property Details for 509 Franklin Street

Architectural Style
Cottage Style
Subdivision Name
Capital Heights
LISTING UPDATED: 02/06/2026 11:20 AM

Property Details for 509 Franklin Street

StatusActive
MLS #BR2026001541
Days on Market13
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family
Year Built1945
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
CountyEast Baton Rouge Parish

Location

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Building Information for 509 Franklin Street

Stories1Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,613 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,413

Property Taxes

$200

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 509 Franklin Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Jefferson Hwy to Claycut Rd., Right onto Franklin, Crossover Capital Heights Ave, and House is on the right before Government St.
  • Latitude: 30.44
  • Longitude: -91.13
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,945
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 61
Parking
  • Parking Features: 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: Lot 4 in Capital Heights Subdivision
  • Tax Lot: 4
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1157.0
  • Building Area Total: 1466.0
  • Living Area: 1157.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40x120
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 15
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 734500
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Conveyed
  • Apx Age: 76 + 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: Very Good
Utilities
  • Sewer: Comm. Sewer
  • Water Source: Comm. Water
  • GS Utilities Gas: Atmos
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Landscaped, Lighting, Porch
  • Fencing: Full, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood, Other
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Crown Molding, Inside Laundry
  • Room Type: Bath: Full, Bedrm: Additional, Breakfast Room/Nook, Kitchen, Laundry, Office
  • Bathrooms Display: 1/
Room Information
Room Information
  • BA Master Bath: MBA Tub: Shower Combo
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR Ceiling Fan
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Bath: Full (L1),Bedrm: Additional (L1),Breakfast Room/Nook (L1),Kitchen (L1),Laundry (L1),Office/Study (L1)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Counters Wood

Property History for 509 Franklin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 26, 2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2026001541

$289,900—
Feb 2, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1482837058

—
Feb 2, 2022

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2021015979

—
Feb 1, 2022

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #NAB21009286

—
Dec 30, 2021

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2021015979

—
Dec 29, 2021

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #NAB21009286

—
Oct 13, 2021

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2021015979

$279,900—
Oct 12, 2021

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #NAB21009286

$279,900—
Apr 19, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1458888720

—
Apr 19, 2021

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2021003976

—
Mar 17, 2021

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2021003976

—
Mar 17, 2021

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2021003976

$224,900—
Jul 7, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #599895512

—
Jun 25, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250912801

—
Jun 25, 2007

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2007148593

—
May 21, 2007

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2007148593

—
Feb 12, 2007

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2007148593

$161,900—
Sep 22, 2004

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR200476400

—
Aug 23, 2004

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR200476400

—
Aug 10, 2004

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR200476400

$127,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/26/2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2026001541

$289,900
02/02/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1482837058

—
02/02/2022

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2021015979

—
02/01/2022

Sold

SWLAOR MLS #NAB21009286

—
12/30/2021

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2021015979

—
12/29/2021

Contract Signed

SWLAOR MLS #NAB21009286

—
10/13/2021

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2021015979

$279,900
10/12/2021

Listed (Active)

SWLAOR MLS #NAB21009286

$279,900
04/19/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1458888720

—
04/19/2021

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2021003976

—
03/17/2021

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2021003976

—
03/17/2021

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2021003976

$224,900
07/07/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #599895512

—
06/25/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250912801

—
06/25/2007

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2007148593

—
05/21/2007

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2007148593

—
02/12/2007

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2007148593

$161,900
09/22/2004

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR200476400

—
08/23/2004

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR200476400

—
08/10/2004

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR200476400

$127,900

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

Public Records for 509 Franklin Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,500Additions$21,680Total$25,180
Tax Record2024$2,402 ($200 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,185 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,185 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN734500

Schools near 509 Franklin Street

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Lasalle Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Westdale Middle School
Public6 to 8

Baton Rouge Magnet High School
Public9 to 12

Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School
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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509 Franklin Street is a single family home for sale in Baton Rouge, LA 70806. This property was listed for sale on January 26, 2026 by PINO & Associates, it's currently listed at $289,900. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on February 2, 2022. This listing's school district is East Baton Rouge Parish School District. Nearby schools include Lasalle Elementary School, Westdale Middle School and Baton Rouge Magnet High School. 509 Franklin Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,157 sqft single family home built in 1945.

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