Last List Price
2 beds980 sqft$255/sqft
737 Rapides St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Description

Charming 2BR/1BA cottage in desirable Capital Heights! This updated and well-maintained 1933 home is sure to capture your heart. Open floor plan with formal dining area and TONS of natural daylight. Gorgeous, original solid oak hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and gas stove. Two large bedrooms on opposite sides of hallway. Home was completely remodeled in 2011 including all plumbing, electrical and siding. Front porch is the perfect place to...Charming 2BR/1BA cottage in desirable Capital Heights! This updated and well-maintained 1933 home is sure to capture your heart. Open floor plan with formal dining area and TONS of natural daylight. Gorgeous, original solid oak hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and gas stove. Two large bedrooms on opposite sides of hallway. Home was completely remodeled in 2011 including all plumbing, electrical and siding. Front porch is the perfect place to spend your downtime, and fenced backyard with ample opportunity for entertaining or relaxing. Great outdoor space here! Property has a detached garage with electrical service and a gated driveway. Washer, dryer and refrigerator can remain at the buyer's request. Walking/biking distance to many shops, grocery stores and restaurants. Very convenient to LSU, the hospital district, the Main Library and downtown. Enjoy this quiet neighborhood and bike friendly streets!
LISTING CLOSED: 05/31/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Lindsey H Brou • Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners
    P: (225) 444-5664 C: (504) 559-0115 lindsey@lindseybrou.com

Property Details for 737 Rapides Street

Status
MLS #
BR2024008395
Days on Market
2
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Detached Single Family
Year Built
1933
Lot Size
0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
Architectural Style
Cottage Style
Subdivision Name
Capital Heights

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$226,000

Avg days on market

42

Sale-to-list ratio

96.1%

[Baton Rouge, LA]

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Location

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Building Information for 737 Rapides Street

Stories1Year Built1933Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

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$1,447 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,271

Property Taxes

$176

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 737 Rapides Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Jefferson Hwy. to Claycut, right on Rapides, house on the right
  • Latitude: 30.44
  • Longitude: -91.13
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,933
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 61
Parking
  • Parking Features: 2 Car, Driveway, Off Street
  • Garage Sq Ft: 240
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 Square 22 Capital Heights
  • Tax Lot: 4
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 980.0
  • Building Area Total: 1320.0
  • Living Area: 980.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40 x 120
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 100
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 828734
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Conveyed
  • Apx Age: 76 + Years
  • Overall Condition: Very Good
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Atmos
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Pool Private: No
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Central
  • Room Type: Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen
  • Bathrooms Display: 1/
Room Information
Room Information
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR Ceiling Fan
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Kitchen (L1)

Property History for 737 Rapides Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 31, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533748434

May 31, 2024

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2024008395

May 5, 2024

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2024008395

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/31/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533748434

05/31/2024

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2024008395

05/05/2024

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2024008395

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

Public Records for 737 Rapides Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,500Additions$18,300Total$22,800
Tax Record2025$2,110 ($176 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt880 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt880 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN828734

Schools near 737 Rapides 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 12
Charter - K to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Lasalle Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Westdale Middle School
Public6 to 8

IDEA Innovation
CharterK 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 737 Rapides Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
$250,000
2
980
4,791
1,060
87,120
$307,500
1,150
14,375
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