Don't miss out on the chance to live in this charming, historic cottage in the Garden District! The location is unbeatable: an easy 3-mile bike ride along the LSU lakes for football games and tailgating, 2 miles from the downtown Red Stick Farmer's Market, 1 mile between two of the hottest foodie spots (Perkins Overpass / Trader Joe's and Government street), 1 block from the new Raising Cane's dog park, 50 feet from City Park (golfing, tennis, croquet, picnics), and smack dab on the best corner for Baton Rouge's biggest parade, St. Paddy's! This recently renovated historic 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home boasts heart warming spaces for family and friends to gather, including: a brand new kitchen with gas stove and gorgeous white quartz countertops, a brand new composite backyard deck, a cozy living room, and a radiant sunroom! Beautiful hardwood floors and tons of windows for natural light are found throughout this home! The 10' privacy fence, subscription-less closed circuit outdoor cameras, and automatic gate provide a secure domain. An in-line natural gas generator ensures you will never be without power during hurricane season! Four accessible and private parking spots. Lawn maintenance is provided as an amenity.
Unique featuresPrivate Yard, Outdoor Parking, Dog Park
Private Yard
Outdoor Parking
Dog Park
Quartz Countertops
Stove
Around 1339 Perkins Rd
Schools
Places
Transit
4/10
The Dufrocq School
Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
Westdale Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
2/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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About Garden
District
Garden District, located between Perkins Road and Government Street, is a historic and walkable Baton Rouge neighborhood with oak-canopied streets and early-20th-century cottages. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Perkins Road near the Perkins Road Overpass, where patios, coffee counters, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks active. The Chimes anchors the local dining scene, while The Bulldog brings a beer-focused hangout to the corridor. Mid City Beer Garden adds an open-air courtyard feel that fits the porch-and-garden streetscape. Blocks of bungalows and brick homes sit close to City Park, giving daily routines a green edge. A mix of restaurants and pocket parks shapes an urban, lived-in rhythm.
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Historical weather
Baton Rouge, LA • 70806
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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, 1 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
This property is priced $661 above the rental estimate.
Asking rent
$2,500
Rental estimate
$1,839
Nearby comparable rentals
The Rental Estimate uses 0 recent nearby rental.
Sale and tax history for 1339 Perkins Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GBRMLS #2026017939
Oct 2, 2026
Listed for Rent
$2,500
$2/sq ft
GBRMLS #2025014905
Oct 7, 2025
Rental Removed
$2,500
$2/sq ft
Aug 11, 2025
Listed for Rent
$2,500
$2/sq ft
GBRMLS #2024001909
Feb 8, 2024
Sold
*
Feb 5, 2024
Listed
$2,400
$1/sq ft
+17
Don’t miss out on the chance to live in this charming, historic cottage in the Garden District! The location is unbeatable: an easy 3-mile bike ride along the LSU lakes for football games and tailgating, 2 miles from the downtown Red Stick Farmer’s Market, 1 mile between two of the hottest foodie spots (Perkins Overpass / Trader Joe’s and Government street), 1 block from the new Raising Cane’s dog park, 50 feet from City Park (golfing, tennis, croquet, picnics), and smack dab on the best corner for Baton Rouge’s biggest parade, St. Paddy’s! This recently renovated historic 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home boasts heart warming spaces for family and friends to gather, including: a brand new kitchen with gas stove and gorgeous white quartz countertops, a brand new composite backyard deck, a cozy living room, and a radiant sunroom! Beautiful hardwood floors and tons of windows for natural light are found throughout this home! The 10’ privacy fence, subscription-less closed circuit outdoor cameras, and automatic gate provide a secure domain. An in-line natural gas generator ensures you will never be without power during hurricane season! Four accessible and private parking spots. Lawn maintenance is provided as an amenity.
Public Records
Jun 1, 2020
Sold
$333,500
$208/sq ft
GBRMLS #2020004206
May 29, 2020
Sold
*
Apr 21, 2020
Pending
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Mar 13, 2020
Listed
$355,000
$222/sq ft
+11
On top of being in one of the most coveted locations in Baton Rouge, your only steps away from City Park, on the St. Patrick's Day Parade route, and sitting on a prime corner lot! Every inch of this home exudes the Garden District cottage charm! Inside you’ll notice the original hardwood floors in impeccable shape to perfectly compliment the natural light shining through the numerous windows! You’ll love the spacious living room with your adjoined sunroom perfect for a reading nook! The living room flows into your formal dining, office nook with elegant built in’s, and spacious kitchen! The kitchen has a brand new dishwasher and very cool eating bar! Every bedroom is generous in size and continues the trend of lots of natural light! An often struggle in the Garden District is parking; however, with this home there’s two parking pads plus a carport so no off street parking necessary! Don’t forget the whole house generator which will always come in handy! Located near all of the hip Government St. restaurants and shops, the new Electric Depot, Cane’s Dog Park, the Knock Knock Museum and so much more! Schedule a showing and fall in love!
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Last Updated: 2026-10-02T09:27:19.726Z
1339 Perkins Rd is a 1750 square foot property with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. We estimate that 1339 Perkins Rd would rent between $1,839 / mo.1339 Perkins Rd is located in Baton Rouge, the 70806 zipcode, and the East Baton Rouge Parish School District.