Welcome to this charming, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home nestled in the highly desirable Tara subdivision and Our Lady of Mercy parish. Situated in a great location just off Goodwood Blvd and Airline Hwy, this property presents an excellent opportunity for those wanting to create their dream home. This well-built home has been meticulously maintained through the years. Its spacious interior features a gas fireplace, ample closets, double windows, and is well insulated for energy efficiency. The formal dining room and butlers pantry allow for easy entertaining. The kitchen is a canvas awaiting transformation. Along the back of the home, you will find a large rec/bonus room and an enclosed patio overlooking the beautiful pool. The property also features a 2-car carport, garage/workshop and a pool room equipped with a kitchen and full bathroom. The welcoming Tara community offers a pool, tennis courts, and is moments away from Towne Center, Mid City, Interstates, Jefferson Hwy, Goodwood Blvd. , and a variety of restaurants, grocery stores, and schools. The property's originality provides a blank slate for visionary investors to reimagine and revitalize this home into a true gem. Schedule your showing today! Don't miss the chance to turn this property into a masterpiece in a prime location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$149Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Meg Thomassie• Compass - Perkins
Listed by Alexis Irby• Compass - Perkins
Bought with Dana Bullentini• Brookhaven Realty, LLC
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
15,681
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
2,907
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
007-8965-8
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Pool
Last updated by owner on Jan 26, 2026.
A1
Single Family Residential Disrtict
The purpose of A1 is to permit low density single family residential development with a maximum of 4.1 units per acre. Accessory uses normally compatible with surrounding low density residential development may be permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 4
Has Garage
Has Carport
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Garage Faces Rear, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Other
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Enclosed
Fencing: Fenced, Full, Wood, Wrought Iron
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 4746
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size : 15681.6
Lot Size Dimensions: 190 x 100 x 179 x 68
Lot Size Area: 15,681.6
Lot Size Acres: 0.36
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Connected
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Schools Information
Elementary School District: East Baton Rouge
Middle Or Junior School District: East Baton Rouge
High School District: East Baton Rouge
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Tara
Community Information
Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Pool
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,907
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 2025
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 007-8965-8
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 26, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: GBRAR
Around this home
Schools
Lasalle Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
4/10
Tara High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Baton Rouge, LA • 70806
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
61
42
72
51
78
57
83
64
85
69
92
75
93
77
92
76
91
72
84
64
76
57
67
49
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$413,000 – $499,000
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $4,338 in fees.3 minutes to get started.
Get a free, detailed breakdown of how we calculated your estimate.