Rare opportunity to acquire 137.83± acres of prime undeveloped land! Situated at the corner of Plank Road and Charlton Road, this property offers outstanding frontage, excellent accessibility, and unlimited potential for future development. Currently zoned for commercial use, this versatile tract presents a wide range of possibilities, including commercial development, residential subdivisions (subject to applicable approvals), custom home construction, mixed-use opportunities, or an expansive private estate. With its size, location, and flexibility, this property is well suited for developers, investors, and individuals seeking a premier land investment. Located within the highly acclaimed Zachary Community School District, this property combines rare, exceptional development potential with the convenience of nearby schools, shopping, dining, and major roadways. The acreage has also been used for private hunting, providing abundant wildlife and recreational enjoyment while maintaining its natural character. Large tracts of this caliber are increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're looking to develop, invest, or create a legacy property, this remarkable 137.83±-acre offering presents an exceptional opportunity in one of the area's most sought-after locations.
Vacant landProperty Type
137 acresLot Size
$8,048Price/Acres
Listed by Claire Rivette• Landry Team Real Estate, L.L.C.
Northwest Baton Rouge, located between the Mississippi River and Scenic Highway, is a residential and industrial Baton Rouge neighborhood with riverfront levees and rail-lined corridors. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the intersection of Scenic Highway and Choctaw Drive, where truck traffic, corner markets, and long-view river infrastructure set a working-waterfront tone. Mid-century ranch homes and modest cottages sit alongside warehouses and port-related facilities, creating a streetscape of big skies and broad rights-of-way. The Mississippi River levee path frames daily routines with open horizons and barge traffic. Community touchstones include the Baton Rouge Zoo, the Louisiana Art & Science Museum downtown, and the River Center complex for concerts and events. Green space and recreation cluster at nearby parks and along the riverfront.
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No equipment listed
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Wooded lot
Wooded terrain
Property entrance on Plank Road North between Charlton Road and Castle Place subdivision
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Land property intended for commercial use
Rural tract (no subdivision)
Utilities
Electricity available
No water source listed
Sale and tax history for TBD Plank Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GBRMLS #2026012947
Jul 15, 2026
Listed
$1,102,640
GBRMLS #2025003125
Feb 20, 2025
Listed
$262,500
GBRMLS #2025003127
Feb 20, 2025
Listed
$335,500
AcadianaMLS #BR2025003125
Feb 20, 2025
Listed
$262,500
AcadianaMLS #BR2025003127
Feb 20, 2025
Listed
$335,500
GBRMLS #2024009398
Dec 11, 2024
Listed
$97,500
May 17, 2024
Listed
$97,500
AcadianaMLS #BR2024009398
May 17, 2024
Listed
$97,500
GBRMLS #2023016002
May 10, 2024
Sold
*
Apr 24, 2024
Pending
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Sep 25, 2023
Listed
$169,000
AcadianaMLS #BR2023016002
Sep 25, 2023
Listed
$169,000
GBRMLS #2023004017
Apr 28, 2023
Sold
*
Mar 29, 2023
Pending
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Mar 14, 2023
Listed
$140,000
AcadianaMLS #BR2023004017
Mar 14, 2023
Listed
$140,000
GBRMLS #2021018267
Nov 16, 2021
Listed
$140,000
AcadianaMLS #BR2021018267
Nov 16, 2021
Listed
$140,000
GBRMLS #2021003298
Nov 29, 2021
Sold
*
Nov 24, 2021
Pending
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Oct 17, 2021
Contingent
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Jul 14, 2021
Relisted
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May 8, 2021
Contingent
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Mar 4, 2021
Listed
$999,000
AcadianaMLS #BR2021003298
Mar 4, 2021
Listed
$999,000
GBRMLS #2018007383
Nov 22, 2019
Price Changed
$147,500
May 4, 2018
Listed
$157,500
GBRMLS #201404873
May 11, 2017
Price Changed
$200,000
Jun 3, 2015
Listed
$300,000
GBRMLS #201312172
May 13, 2016
Price Changed
$70,000
Jun 3, 2015
Listed
$99,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Vacant Land
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East Baton Rouge Parish
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
RS
Suburban Residential District
This district is the primary residential district for the City. It is intended to permit a wide range of residential uses on larger lots, and to encourage a variety of housing types.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
No uses permitted by right
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Baker. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
6.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for TBD Plank Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently listed between $279,900 and $350,370.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $280K to $350K.