Last List Price
3 beds892 sqft$56/sqft
995 N 40th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Description

Excellent investment opportunity or ideal starter home in Baton Rouge! This property features a roof less than 3 years old and all utilities currently active, new 200 amp service and breaker panel, converted the whole house to electric from gas (stove, water heater, dryer) offering convenience and reduced initial expenses for the next owner. With strong rental potential and demand in the area, this home is well-positioned for investors seeking consistent returns. The layout provides functional living...Excellent investment opportunity or ideal starter home in Baton Rouge! This property features a roof less than 3 years old and all utilities currently active, new 200 amp service and breaker panel, converted the whole house to electric from gas (stove, water heater, dryer) offering convenience and reduced initial expenses for the next owner. With strong rental potential and demand in the area, this home is well-positioned for investors seeking consistent returns. The layout provides functional living space with capability for updates to increase value. Located near shopping, schools, and major access routes, this property offers both accessibility and long-term appeal. Don't miss this opportunity to add a reliable income property to your portfolio or secure an affordable first home.
LISTING CLOSED: 12/23/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Megan Spivey • Magnolia Roots Realty LLC
    P: (225) 673-0002 C: (225) 287-5215 meganspivey225@gmail.com

Property Details for 995 North 40th Street

Status
MLS #
BR2025021803
Days on Market
12
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Detached Single Family
Year Built
1942
Lot Size
0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
Architectural Style
A-Frame Style
Subdivision Name
Greenville Addition
Zoning
Res Single Family Zone

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$50,000

Avg days on market

74

Sale-to-list ratio

75.9%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Magnolia Roots Realty LLC

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Premier Partners

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Building Information for 995 North 40th Street

Stories1Year Built1942Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

Payment Calculator

$293 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$254

Property Taxes

$39

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 995 North 40th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 30.46
  • Longitude: -91.15
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,942
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 31
Parking
  • Parking Features: 2 Car
  • Carport Sq Ft: 195
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 Lot: 35
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 892.0
  • Building Area Total: 1103.0
  • Living Area: 892.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 101x30
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 16
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 402192
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Negotiable
  • 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: Average
Utilities
  • Sewer: Comm. Sewer
  • Water Source: Comm. Water
  • GS Utilities Gas: None
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: None
  • Flooring: Vinyl Tile Floor
  • Heating: None
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Inside Laundry
  • Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Hookups
  • Room Type: Bedrm: Additional
  • Bathrooms Display: 1/
Room Information
Room Information
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Bath: Full (L1)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Counters Laminate,Counters Solid Surface

Property History for 995 North 40th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 23, 2025

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2025021803

Dec 21, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1925072580

Dec 15, 2025

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2025021803

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/23/2025

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2025021803

12/21/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1925072580

12/15/2025

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2025021803

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

Public Records for 995 North 40th Street

Taxable ValueLand$750Additions$3,050Total$3,800
Tax Record2025$466 ($39 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN402192

Schools near 995 North 40th Street

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Capitol Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Belfair Montessori School
PublicPK to 8

Capitol Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Melrose Elementary School
PublicPK 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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