Last List Price
3 beds1,825 sqft$126/sqft
780 Rodney Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Description

Soft contemporary in the heart of Magnolia Woods off Highland Road! Designed by a local architect as his personal home, this mid-century modern offers all of the charm of that era. Soaring vaulted ceilings are enhanced with windows that provide an abundance of natural light throughout the home -- formal living/dining, spacious den that opens to kitchen with floating glass front cabinetry, stainless appliances, new gas cooktop, breakfast room overlooking dappled shade. Off the den is a delightful...Soft contemporary in the heart of Magnolia Woods off Highland Road! Designed by a local architect as his personal home, this mid-century modern offers all of the charm of that era. Soaring vaulted ceilings are enhanced with windows that provide an abundance of natural light throughout the home -- formal living/dining, spacious den that opens to kitchen with floating glass front cabinetry, stainless appliances, new gas cooktop, breakfast room overlooking dappled shade. Off the den is a delightful covered porch area that overlooks the tree laden backyard. The master bedroom has private bath and large closet, vaulted ceiling and private entry to the backyard oasis. Double carport and storage in rear provide space for guests and projects! Just minutes from LSU and the Bluebonnet/Essen corridors, you will enjoy the peacefulness of this setting and the character of this home. Your very own retreat in the heart of the city!
LISTING CLOSED: 09/13/2013 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Carol W Poche' • Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners
    P: (225) 408-5932 C: (225) 337-1861 carol@kftrealty.com

Property Details for 780 Rodney Drive

Status
MLS #
BR201311619
Days on Market
12
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Detached Single Family
Year Built
1977
Lot Size
0.46 AC / 19,824 SF
Architectural Style
Contemporary Style
Subdivision Name
Greenback Forest

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$210,000

Avg days on market

41

Sale-to-list ratio

93.5%

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Location

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Building Information for 780 Rodney Drive

Stories1Year Built1977Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 19,824 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,349 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,169

Property Taxes

$180

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 780 Rodney Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Rodney is off Highland Rd. between Kenilworth and Staring Ln.
  • Latitude: 30.38
  • Longitude: -91.13
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,977
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 52
Parking
  • Parking Features: 2 Car, Carport, Carport Rear, Off Street
  • Carport Sq Ft: 400
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: Subd Community Pool, Park, Playground
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 135
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1825.0
  • Building Area Total: 2588.0
  • Living Area: 1825.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Level, Wooded
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 112X177
  • Storage Sq Ft: 206
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 157
Property and Assessments
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Conveyed
  • Apx Age: 31-40 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.
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Landscaped, Lighting, Porch
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio: Open
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace, Gas Log
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, High Speed Internet, Ceiling 9'+, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling Varied Heights, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Laundry Features: Washer
  • Other Equipment: Security System
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/0
Room Information
Room Information
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR Walk-In Closets
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Breakfast Room/Nook (L1),Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Den (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Kitchen (L1)

Property History for 780 Rodney Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 13, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #367412979

Sep 13, 2013

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR201311619

Aug 19, 2013

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR201311619

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/13/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #367412979

09/13/2013

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR201311619

08/19/2013

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR201311619

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

Public Records for 780 Rodney Drive

Taxable ValueLand$3,000Additions$21,000Total$24,000
Tax Record2025$2,157 ($180 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,760 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,760 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN510874

Schools near 780 Rodney Drive

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 - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Magnolia Woods Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Glasgow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mckinley Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Mayfair Laboratory School
PublicK to 8

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: 780 Rodney Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$230,000
3
1,825
19,824
2,572
$327,000
4
2,312
20,037
2,077
$139,900
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