6947 Government St

$615,000
Price
5
Beds
3,854 Sq. Ft.
$160 / Sq. Ft.
3,854
Sq. Ft.
$160
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step into Southern grandeur with this one-of-a-kind, three-story Classic Colonial--an architectural masterpiece originally built in the early 1940s for the President of Standard Oil. Lovingly reimagined for modern living, this historic estate is nestled behind wrought iron gates on an expansive, manicured lot shaded by majestic Live Oaks and framed by an inviting front porch. Inside, every detail tells a story. The grand foyer welcomes you with an original crystal chandelier and sweeping views of...Step into Southern grandeur with this one-of-a-kind, three-story Classic Colonial--an architectural masterpiece originally built in the early 1940s for the President of Standard Oil. Lovingly reimagined for modern living, this historic estate is nestled behind wrought iron gates on an expansive, manicured lot shaded by majestic Live Oaks and framed by an inviting front porch. Inside, every detail tells a story. The grand foyer welcomes you with an original crystal chandelier and sweeping views of elegant living spaces adorned with rare antique finishes, including an Italian marble fireplace surround, German crystal pendant lighting, antique chandelier sconces, and fixtures salvaged from an East Coast theater. Designed for both extravagant entertaining and intimate moments, the layout flows effortlessly through formal and casual spaces alike. Appreciate the recent full renovation of the kitchen including all new appliances. Fresh interior paint throughout and new exterior columns on the front porch. The second floor is home to a romantic master suite with soaring cathedral ceilings and a private balcony overlooking the tranquil grounds. Three additional bedrooms are generously sized and thoughtfully appointed. The third floor offers a spacious bonus/game room and a fifth bedroom--ideal for guests, a home office, or a private retreat. Step outside to your own private oasis: a fully fenced backyard sanctuary featuring a custom gunite pool, a new pergola for shaded lounging, and a stunning 300+ square foot gazebo perfect for outdoor dining or events. Located just blocks from Our Lady of Mercy in the coveted heart of Old Goodwood, this stately home offers rare character, modern updates, and a lifestyle of unmatched charm and elegance. Don't miss the chance to own this true Baton Rouge landmark.
  1. Listed by Susan M Watson • Craft Realty
    P: (225)-228-1361 C: (225)-290-1802 sold@danyaleandsusan.com
  2. Listed by Danyale Thibodeaux • Craft Realty
    P: (225)-228-1361 C: (225)-485-9822 mail@brandoncraft.com

Property Details for 6947 Government Street

Architectural Style
Colonial Style
Subdivision Name
North Goodwood
LISTING UPDATED: 12/22/2025 07:53 AM

Property Details for 6947 Government Street

StatusActive
MLS #BR2025009829
Days on Market213
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family
Year Built-
Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,086 SF
CountyEast Baton Rouge Parish

Location

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Building Information for 6947 Government Street

Stories2Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,086 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,606 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,039

Property Taxes

$567

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 6947 Government Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Lobdell, Take Left on Government, Home is on the right.
  • Latitude: 30.45
  • Longitude: -91.12
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 0
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 61
Parking
  • Parking Features: 2 Car, Carport Rear
  • Carport Sq Ft: 694
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: WARD: 1-3, SUBDIVISION: NORTHGOODWOOD, LOT: 11, BLOCK: 9.
  • Tax Lot: 11
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3854.0
  • Building Area Total: 4908.0
  • Living Area: 3854.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.53
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100x201
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 360
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 599506
  • 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: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Atmos
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Landscaped, Lighting, Porch
  • Fencing: Brick, Full, Other, Wrought Iron
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Cabana, Gazebo
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio: Open
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Double Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Cooktop, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Partial: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Multi Units, Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace, Gas Log
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating: 2 or More Units, Central
  • Interior Features: Attic Access, Bookcases, High Speed Internet, Ceiling 9'+, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling Varied Heights, Crown Molding, Inside Laundry
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Bath: Full, Master Bathroom, Den, Dining Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Game Room, Sun Room
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/1
Room Information
Room Information
  • BA Master Bath: MBA Double Vanity,MBA Separate Shower,MBA Skylight,MBA Tub: Jetted
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR Ceiling Fan,MBR En Suite Bath,MBR Sitting/Office Area
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Breakfast Room/Nook (L1),Den (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Foyer (L1),Kitchen (L1),Sunroom (L1)
  • RT Room Types Level 2 Plus: Bedrm: Additional (L2+),Bedrm: Master (L2+),Bath: Full (L2+),Bath: Master (L2+),Recreation-Game Rm (L2+)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Counters Granite,Island,Pantry

Property History for 6947 Government Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 30, 2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$615,000—
Oct 16, 2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$630,000—
Sep 14, 2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$640,000—
Jun 27, 2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$650,000—
Jun 14, 2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$670,000—
Jun 2, 2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$675,000—
May 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$690,000—
Dec 18, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #695781912

—
Dec 18, 2020

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2020009828

—
Nov 15, 2020

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2020009828

—
Jun 24, 2020

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2020009828

$675,000—
Nov 17, 2014

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR201405078

$748,500—
Apr 12, 2014

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR201405078

$819,000—
Jan 16, 2008

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2007172099

$215,000—
Oct 3, 2007

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2007172099

$215,000—
Oct 10, 2005

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2005108571

$850,000—
Sep 28, 2005

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2005108571

$850,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/30/2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$615,000
10/16/2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$630,000
09/14/2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$640,000
06/27/2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$650,000
06/14/2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$670,000
06/02/2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$675,000
05/27/2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2025009829

$690,000
12/18/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #695781912

—
12/18/2020

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2020009828

—
11/15/2020

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2020009828

—
06/24/2020

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2020009828

$675,000
11/17/2014

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR201405078

$748,500
04/12/2014

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR201405078

$819,000
01/16/2008

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2007172099

$215,000
10/03/2007

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2007172099

$215,000
10/10/2005

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2005108571

$850,000
09/28/2005

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2005108571

$850,000

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

Public Records for 6947 Government Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,500Additions$50,980Total$54,480
Tax Record2024$6,804 ($567 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,556 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,556 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN599506

Schools near 6947 Government Street

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Charter - K to 10
Charter - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Lasalle Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Westdale Middle School
Public6 to 8

IDEA Bridge
CharterK to 10

BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City
CharterK 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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6947 Government Street is a single family home for sale in Baton Rouge, LA 70806. This property was listed for sale on May 27, 2025 by Craft Realty, it's currently listed at $615,000. It has been on the market for a total of 213 days and was last sold on December 18, 2020. This listing's school district is East Baton Rouge Parish School District. Nearby schools include Lasalle Elementary School, Westdale Middle School and IDEA Bridge. 6947 Government Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 3,854 sqft single family home.

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