Welcome home! This charming property boasts outstanding curb appeal with beautiful mature crepe myrtles gracing the large corner lot. Inside, you'll find approximately 1,717 square feet of well-designed living space featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Enjoy a spacious family room, open dining area, and a galley kitchen with a cozy breakfast nook. The primary suite includes an ensuite bathroom, while two additional guest rooms share a guest bathroom. Recent updates include fresh paint throughout (excluding the hallway), wallpaper removal, a newly painted garage floor, and a new water heater (Feb. 2021). Outside, a large covered patio overlooks a vast wood fenced backyard, perfect for kids, pets, and entertaining. Don’t miss your chance—schedule a private showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$167Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Darren James• LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with Catherine Helm Shows• RE/MAX Professional
Welcome home! Immediately upon driving up, you will absolutely love the curb appeal and the beautiful mature crepe myrtles that frame out this huge corner lot. Inside you will love the big living room, open dining room and galley kitchen with a charming breakfast area. Down the hall you will find 2 guest rooms with a massive guest bathroom and the master bedroom with ensuite bathroom. Bonus: there is no carpet in the home. Outside you will absolutely love the California garage and huge coveted patio before walking into the massive backyard perfect for kids, pets and entertaining! Call today for your private showing!
AcadianaMLS #BR2020018002
Nov 18, 2020
Listed
$209,000
$122/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 12, 1979
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,947 (+6.5%)
$2,200 + $23,360
$25,560
2024
$2,767 (+14.8%)
$2,200 + $21,668
$23,868
2023
$2,410 (+3.3%)
$2,200 + $18,320
$20,520
2022
$2,334 (+2.0%)
$2,200 + $18,320
$20,520
2021
$2,289 (+11.2%)
$2,200 + $18,320
$20,520
2020
$2,059 (+6.1%)
$2,200 + $16,360
$18,560
2019
$1,941 (+1.3%)
$2,200 + $14,600
$16,800
2018
$1,916
$2,200 + $14,600
$16,800
2017
$1,916 (+2.7%)
$2,200 + $14,600
$16,800
2016
$1,865 (+101.2%)
$2,200 + $14,600
$16,800
2014
$927
$2,200 + $13,700
$15,900
2013
$927
$2,200 + $13,700
$15,900
Tax history for 1517 Rue Desiree
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,947 (+6.5%)
$2,200 + $23,360
$25,560
2024
$2,767 (+14.8%)
$2,200 + $21,668
$23,868
2023
$2,410 (+3.3%)
$2,200 + $18,320
$20,520
2022
$2,334 (+2.0%)
$2,200 + $18,320
$20,520
2021
$2,289 (+11.2%)
$2,200 + $18,320
$20,520
2020
$2,059 (+6.1%)
$2,200 + $16,360
$18,560
2019
$1,941 (+1.3%)
$2,200 + $14,600
$16,800
2018
$1,916
$2,200 + $14,600
$16,800
2017
$1,916 (+2.7%)
$2,200 + $14,600
$16,800
2016
$1,865 (+101.2%)
$2,200 + $14,600
$16,800
2014
$927
$2,200 + $13,700
$15,900
2013
$927
$2,200 + $13,700
$15,900
*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
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,768
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
017-4737-1
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Sep 23, 2019 • Final
Generator installation
Install a generator on the side of a residential building. The installation includes maintaining required clearances from the house, property lines, gas meters, and other structures.
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Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Garage
Has Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features, Tray Ceiling(s), High Ceilings
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile, Pavers, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Inside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Lighting
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Fencing: Privacy, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2300
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame, Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Possible Use: Residential
Land Information
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Lot Size : 12632.4
Lot Size Dimensions: 91 x 138 x 90 x 138
Lot Size Area: 12,632.4
Lot Size Acres: 0.29
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: East Baton Rouge
Middle Or Junior School District: East Baton Rouge
High School District: East Baton Rouge
Location Information
Directions: From Perkins Rd. Turn onto Rue LaRouge. Turn right on Rue Baton. Continue onto Rue Desiree. House is a corner lot on the right.
Subdivision Name: Iberville Terrace
Community Information
Community Features: Park
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,768
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 017-4737-1
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: GBRAR
Around this home
Schools
Wildwood Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
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Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
4/10
Tara High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi
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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, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$272,000 – $329,000
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