857 Geranium Street

Closed 11/14/24
Closed 11/14/24
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Sold
Last List Price
$135,000
3 beds1,300 sqft
857 Geranium St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.11 acresLot Size
1957Year Built
$104/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

This charming 3BR/1B home is perfect for an owner/occupant or an investor. It has the perfect location within one block of the LSU campus. Walk to campus or sporting events plus it is close to dining, shopping and downtown. It has been freshly painted on the inside and you will love the warmth of the antique wood floors throughout the living areas and bedrooms. The Kitchen and Bath have been enhanced with new vinyl flooring, giving them a fresh, clean look. Other updates include New Kitchen cabinets...This charming 3BR/1B home is perfect for an owner/occupant or an investor. It has the perfect location within one block of the LSU campus. Walk to campus or sporting events plus it is close to dining, shopping and downtown. It has been freshly painted on the inside and you will love the warmth of the antique wood floors throughout the living areas and bedrooms. The Kitchen and Bath have been enhanced with new vinyl flooring, giving them a fresh, clean look. Other updates include New Kitchen cabinets and countertops, and several new windows. The Roof, which features durable Architectural shingles, was replaced just a few years ago in 2017. The screened front porch is an added bonus! Don't miss this opportunity to own a home in a prime location close to LSU!
  • Listed by: Kelly M O'Brien 225.291.1234 kellyobrien@remax.net • RE/MAX Select
Listing closed: 11/14/2024 12:00 AM • Source: ROAM MLS, MLS#: BR2024017094

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$115,000

Avg days on market

62

Sale-to-list ratio

97.1%

Baton Rouge, LA

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Property Information for 857 Geranium Street

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Detached Single Family
  • County: East Baton Rouge Parish
  • Architectural Style: Cottage Style
  • Subdivision Name: University Park
  • Zoning: Res Single Family Zone
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Just off Nicholson, one block from the North Gates of LSU
  • Latitude: 30.42
  • Longitude: -91.19
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,957
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 52
Parking
  • Parking Features: Off Street
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 22, University Park
  • Tax Lot: 22
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1300.0
  • Building Area Total: 1408.0
  • Living Area: 1300.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 100
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 108
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 693782
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Conveyed
  • Apx Age: 51-75 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: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Fencing: Other, Partial, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Bedrm: Additional, Dining Room, Kitchen
  • Bathrooms Display: 1/
Room Information
Room Information
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Bedrm: Additional (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Kitchen (L1)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Cabinets Factory Built,Counters Solid Surface

Property History for 857 Geranium Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 14, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544886186

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Nov 14, 2024

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2024017094

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Oct 12, 2024

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2024017094

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/14/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544886186

—
11/14/2024

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2024017094

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10/12/2024

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2024017094

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

Public Records for 857 Geranium Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,500Additions$10,710Total$12,210
Tax Record2025$1,540 ($128 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,000 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,000 SqFtLot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN693782

Schools near 857 Geranium Street

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
McKinley Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Glasgow Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Mckinley Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
University Terrace Elementary School
Public - 4 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
McKinley Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Glasgow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mckinley Senior High School
Public9 to 12

University Terrace Elementary School
Public4 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 857 Geranium Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
$135,000
3
1,300
4,791
865-871 Geranium Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
$289,000
8
2,874
4,791
867 Geranium Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
$274,000
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849 Geranium Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
$135,000
3
1,101
5,000
841 Geranium Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
$56,900
3
1,100
5,000
850 Geranium Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
$152,000
3
1,210
4,791

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