Last List Price
4 beds2,715 sqft$140/sqft
5786 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Description

This is your chance to get in on the "golden mile" of historic highland rd! Sitting high and dry with 95 feet of frontage along the Bluffs stretch of Highland Rd, this one-owner Acadian style home has been immaculately maintained and is move-in ready. Special features include spacious den with vaulted loft ceilings, new granite countertops and appliances in kitchen, and a bonus sunroom. Wood deck has covered area with retractable screens, perfect for entertaining or just relaxing and enjoying views...This is your chance to get in on the "golden mile" of historic highland rd! Sitting high and dry with 95 feet of frontage along the Bluffs stretch of Highland Rd, this one-owner Acadian style home has been immaculately maintained and is move-in ready. Special features include spacious den with vaulted loft ceilings, new granite countertops and appliances in kitchen, and a bonus sunroom. Wood deck has covered area with retractable screens, perfect for entertaining or just relaxing and enjoying views into your private, wooded backyard. A variety of mature fruit trees throughout property including plum, pear, banana, fig, naval orange and grapefruit. Master bedroom is 14.2x14.2; or tear down wall between master bedroom and office to create a dream master suite. Bonus storage space with decked second floor of garage and underneath back deck. One central A/C unit was replaced in 2005 and the other in 2009. Please see attached sheet for a list of recent upgrades and updates. No flood insurance currently required. A home warranty has been ordered for buyer's peace of mind. This special property won't last long at this hard-to-find price point on Highland Rd. Possibilities abound; don't miss it! Scroll through listing pictures; a virtual tour is attached!
LISTING CLOSED: 04/10/2012 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Juli A Jenkins • Keller Williams Realty-First Choice
    P: (225) 931-5867 C: (225) 931-5867 juli@julijenkins.com

Property Details for 5786 Highland Road

Status
MLS #
BR201116990
Days on Market
1
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Detached Single Family
Year Built
1984
Lot Size
-
Architectural Style
Acadian Style
Subdivision Name
University Acres

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

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Building Information for 5786 Highland Road

Stories1Year Built1984Building Size-Lot Size-

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$2,582 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,931

Property Taxes

$651

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5786 Highland Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Highland Road
  • Latitude: 30.39
  • Longitude: -91.16
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,984
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 52
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 Car, 2 Car, 3 Car, 4+ Car, Detached, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Off Street
  • Garage Sq Ft: 511
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 Amenities: Park, Playground, Subd Public Transit
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 2-B-1
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2715.0
  • Building Area Total: 4028.0
  • Living Area: 2715.0
  • Living Area Source: Measured
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 95X183, 71X215
  • Storage Sq Ft: 138
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 155
Property and Assessments
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Conveyed
  • Apx Age: 21-30 Years
  • Spec List Type Disclosure: Dual/Var Comm
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Gas Grill, Lighting, Porch
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Covered, Patio: Open
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Partial: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Multi Units, Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Interior Features: Attic Access, Bookcases, High Speed Internet, Ceiling 9'+, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling Varied Heights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Ice Maker
  • Other Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/1
Room Information
Room Information
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR En Suite Bath,MBR Walk-In Closets
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Breakfast Room/Nook (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Den (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Kitchen (L1),Office/Study (L1)
  • RT Room Types Level 2 Plus: Bedrm: Additional (L2+)

Property History for 5786 Highland Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 10, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #328840844

Apr 10, 2012

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR201116990

Dec 30, 2011

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR201116990

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/10/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #328840844

04/10/2012

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR201116990

12/30/2011

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR201116990

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

Public Records for 5786 Highland Road

Taxable ValueLand$13,500Additions$53,670Total$67,170
Tax Record2025$7,815 ($651 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,810 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,810 SqFtLot Size23,087 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986CountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN533688

Schools near 5786 Highland Road

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
Charter - K to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Highland Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Glasgow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mckinley Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Helix Aviation Academy
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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