Classic French Country charm on 2.38 beautiful acres! Nestled among mature trees and lush, established landscaping, this 5-bedroom, 3,693 SF home offers a rare combination of space, character and a picturesque, park-like setting. Beautiful heart pine floors add warmth and character throughout the home. The spacious living room features a beautiful brick fireplace and a wall of windows showcasing views of the gently rolling backyard. The kitchen offers granite countertops and opens to the formal dining/keeping room providing the perfect setting for entertaining. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes 3 bedrooms downstairs, including the primary suite, and 2 additional bedrooms upstairs, along with a huge loft/bonus room. Additional features include large laundry & 300 sf unfinished upstairs room. A great space for storage or could be easily finished to make a 6th bedroom or office. The backyard is truly something special! Multiple brick patios, a charming pergola and swing, mature shade trees and expansive lawns create an incredible outdoor retreat. Whether hosting holiday gatherings, enjoying evenings around a bonfire or simply relaxing and taking in the beautiful surroundings, this property offers endless opportunities to make lasting memories. An additional storage shed provides extra convenience. A truly special property offering timeless charm, generous living spaces and 2.38 acres of natural beauty!
South Bluebonnet-Nicholson, located between Bluebonnet Boulevard and Nicholson Drive, is a residential and commercial Baton Rouge neighborhood with river-bend geography and a mix of apartment communities and established subdivisions. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Nicholson Drive corridor by LSU, where game-day energy, patios, and late-night bites cluster in a tight strip. Local pillars such as The Chimes, Louie’s Cafe, and Varsity Theatre set a distinctly Baton Rouge rhythm. Streets shift from mid-century ranch homes to newer townhomes and student-oriented buildings, with pockets of mature trees. The Mississippi River levee and nearby lakes shape the outdoor cadence, while Bluebonnet’s retail spine keeps daily errands grounded.
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Market insights
16676 S Fulwar Skipwith Rd · $975,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 54 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.2%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$975,000
Median sale price in this area is $288,923. (70% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Walk-in closet
Wood-burning fireplace
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Range, oven, electric cooktop, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Flooring
Tile, wood, carpet, ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Covered patio
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Concrete driveway
Gravel driveway
Construction
Brick construction
Slab foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Homeowners association
Association fee of $100 annually
Electricity and solar
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