652 Rapides Street

Closed 12/10/20

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Last List Price

$240,000

3 beds1 bath1,271 sqft

652 Rapides St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.15 acresLot Size

1944Year Built

$189/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

You will love this beautiful cottage centrally located in the heart of Mid-City. Enjoy relaxing in the large fenced-in yard and take walks on the Capital Heights bike path, which provides easy access to award-winning restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, bars, breweries, local groceries and live neighborhood concerts. The original oak floors throughout the house are complemented by freshly painted interior walls and trim. The open kitchen features tile flooring, granite tile countertops, custom...You will love this beautiful cottage centrally located in the heart of Mid-City. Enjoy relaxing in the large fenced-in yard and take walks on the Capital Heights bike path, which provides easy access to award-winning restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, bars, breweries, local groceries and live neighborhood concerts. The original oak floors throughout the house are complemented by freshly painted interior walls and trim. The open kitchen features tile flooring, granite tile countertops, custom backsplash, large pantry and under cabinet lighting. The bathroom features tile flooring, brand-new lighting and hardware as well as freshly painted vanity and cabinets. Use the large shed on the side yard for storage, a gym or workshop. White Light Night and Hot Art Cool Nights, showcasing local artists, musicians and restaurants are hosted right outside the door of this wonderful house. Don't miss out on this great home!

Listed by: Mary Michaelson 225.615.7755 maryjmichaelson@gmail.com • RE/MAX Professional

Listing closed: 12/10/2020 12:00 AM • Source: ROAM MLS, MLS#: BR2020017056

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Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

89.9%

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Square Feet: 0.17
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Property Information for 652 Rapides Street

Property Details

MLS Type: Residential / Detached Single Family
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
Architectural Style: Cottage Style
Subdivision Name: Capital Heights
Zoning: Res Single Family Zone

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1944
Lot Size: 0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: From Jefferson Hwy, take left on Claycut and right on Rapides St. House is on the left.
Latitude: 30.44

Longitude: -91.13
MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
Year Built: 1,944
Local Area: EBR MLS Area 61

Parking

Parking Features: 4+ 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 A, Sq. 20, Capital Heights

Tax Lot: Lot A

Property

Lot Information

Above Grade Finished Area: 1271.0
Building Area Total: 1585.0

Living Area: 1271.0
Living Area Source: Estimated
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Lot Size Dimensions: 55X120
Storage Sq Ft: 258
Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 56

Property and Assessments

Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Property Type: Residential

Mineral Rights: Conveyed
Apx Age: 76 + Years

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

GS Utilities Gas: Atmos

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Asbestos
Fencing: Chain Link, Full, Wood

Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Pool Private: No
Roof: Asphalt
Stories: 1

Interior Features

Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Dishwasher
Bathrooms Full: 1

Bedrooms Total: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Flooring: Vinyl Tile Floor, Wood
Heating: Central
Interior Features: Attic Access, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding
Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Kitchen
Bathrooms Display: 1/

Room Information

BA Master Bath: MBA Tub: Shower Combo
BD Master Bedroom: MBR Ceiling Fan

RO Room Types Level 1: Breakfast Room/Nook (L1),Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Kitchen (L1)
KF Kitchen Features: Counters Solid Surface,Counters Stone,Pantry

Property History for 652 Rapides Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Dec 10, 2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #694734998		—
Dec 10, 2020	Sold ROAM MLS #BR2020017056		—
Nov 11, 2020	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR2020017056		—
Oct 30, 2020	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2020017056	$240,000	—
May 23, 2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #416201074		—
May 23, 2014	Sold ROAM MLS #BR201404962		—
Apr 21, 2014	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR201404962		—
Apr 11, 2014	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR201404962	$199,999	—
Mar 11, 2004	Sold ROAM MLS #BR200462342		—
Feb 6, 2004	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR200462342		—
Jan 29, 2004	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR200462342	$114,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
12/10/2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #694734998	—
12/10/2020	Sold ROAM MLS #BR2020017056	—
11/11/2020	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR2020017056	—
10/30/2020	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR2020017056	$240,000
05/23/2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #416201074	—
05/23/2014	Sold ROAM MLS #BR201404962	—
04/21/2014	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR201404962	—
04/11/2014	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR201404962	$199,999
03/11/2004	Sold ROAM MLS #BR200462342	—
02/06/2004	Contract Signed ROAM MLS #BR200462342	—
01/29/2004	Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #BR200462342	$114,900

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

Public Records for 652 Rapides Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,500Additions$21,175Total$24,675

Tax Record2025$2,340 ($195 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,410 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,410 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN592811

Schools near 652 Rapides Street

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Lasalle Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	1.8 mi
4/10	Westdale Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.2 mi
3/10	IDEA Innovation	Charter - Nearby school	K to 12	5.7 mi
6/10	Helix Aviation Academy	Charter - Choice school	K to 9	6.8 mi
2/10	IDEA University Prep	Charter - Nearby school	K to 9	5.4 mi
1/10	Helix Legal Academy	Charter - Choice school	6 to 8	3.3 mi
NR	Country Day School Of Baton Rouge	Private - Nearby school	K to 5	0.8 mi
NR	Our Lady-Mercy Catholic School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.5 mi
NR	Our Lady Of Mercy Elementary School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Lasalle Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	1.8 mi
4/10	Westdale Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.2 mi
3/10	IDEA Innovation CharterK to 12 Nearby school	5.7 mi
6/10	Helix Aviation Academy CharterK to 9 Choice school	6.8 mi
2/10	IDEA University Prep CharterK to 9 Nearby school	5.4 mi
1/10	Helix Legal Academy Charter6 to 8 Choice school	3.3 mi
NR	Country Day School Of Baton Rouge PrivateK to 5 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	Our Lady-Mercy Catholic School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.5 mi
NR	Our Lady Of Mercy Elementary School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.5 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: 652 Rapides Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$240,000	3	1	1,271	6,534
5655 Capital Heights Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$225,000	–	–	1,500	7,275
5665 Capital Heights Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$112,000	–	–	1,000	–
657 Franklin Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$225,000	2	1	1,285	7,200
641 Rapides Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$135,000	–	–	1,328	–
633 Rapides Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$287,900	2	2	1,448	4,800
669 Rapides Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$180,000	–	–	1,100	–
625 Rapides Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$194,700	–	–	1,585	–
633 Franklin Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$176,900	–	–	1,310	–
609 Rapides Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	–	–	–	1,092	–
677 Rapides Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$261,000	3	2	1,314	4,800
655 Franklin Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$105,900	2	2	1,057	7,200
661 Franklin Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$275,000	–	–	3,933	–
621 Franklin Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$365,000	3	2	1,822	4,791
5664 Capital Heights Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	–	–	–	952	–
5642 Capital Heights Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70806	$185,000	2	1	980	6,969

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