Location x3 with close proximity to LSU! Such a charming cottage nestled under the oaks of Southdowns! A deep lot and right around the corner from St. Aloysius and the Southdowns parade route! Trinity schools as well! Stunning curb appeal to make the most of first impressions! Inside you'll find the original wood floors in the living, dining, and all bedrooms! The living room boasts tons of natural light, built in bookshelves, and a decorative fireplace! Spacious bedrooms with one being used as a separate den with french doors going out onto the backyard deck! Attached to the dining room is an office/study with LOTS of windows and it's own separate entrance/exit to the exterior! The kitchen has a great layout with top notch appliances, and is a blank canvas waiting for you to make it your own! Inside laundry off of the kitchen with another door going out to your large backyard! Close to Trader Joe's, Southdowns center which has the coolest restaurants, and easy interstate access! Come be a part of the hip zip!
Location x3 with close proximity to LSU! Such a charming cottage nestled under the oaks of Southdowns! A deep lot and right around the corner from St. Aloysius and the Southdowns parade route! Trinity schools as well! Stunning curb appeal to make the most of first impressions! Inside you'll find the original wood floors in the living, dining, and all bedrooms! The living room boasts tons of natural light, built in bookshelves, and a decorative fireplace! Spacious bedrooms with one being used as a separate den with french doors going out onto the backyard deck! Attached to the dining room is an office/study with LOTS of windows and it's own separate entrance/exit to the exterior! The kitchen has a great layout with top notch appliances, and is a blank canvas waiting for you to make it your own! Inside laundry off of the kitchen with another door going out to your large backyard! Close to Trader Joe's, Southdowns center which has the coolest restaurants, and easy interstate access! Come be a part of the hip zip!
Public Records
Apr 1, 1985
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,815 (+4.7%)
$3,000 + $28,120
$31,120
2024
$3,645 (+20.2%)
$3,000 + $28,120
$31,120
2023
$3,033 (−0.2%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2022
$3,040 (+2.3%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2021
$2,970 (+0.7%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2020
$2,951 (−4.3%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2019
$3,084 (+48.2%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2018
$2,081
$3,000 + $14,400
$17,400
2017
$2,081 (+2.6%)
$3,000 + $14,400
$17,400
2016
$2,029 (+141.0%)
$3,000 + $14,400
$17,400
2014
$842
$3,000 + $10,900
$13,900
2013
$843
$3,000 + $10,900
$13,900
Tax history for 1740 Hood Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,815 (+4.7%)
$3,000 + $28,120
$31,120
2024
$3,645 (+20.2%)
$3,000 + $28,120
$31,120
2023
$3,033 (−0.2%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2022
$3,040 (+2.3%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2021
$2,970 (+0.7%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2020
$2,951 (−4.3%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2019
$3,084 (+48.2%)
$3,000 + $22,460
$25,460
2018
$2,081
$3,000 + $14,400
$17,400
2017
$2,081 (+2.6%)
$3,000 + $14,400
$17,400
2016
$2,029 (+141.0%)
$3,000 + $14,400
$17,400
2014
$842
$3,000 + $10,900
$13,900
2013
$843
$3,000 + $10,900
$13,900
*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
Zoning
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
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
1,556
Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
007-4181-7
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 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: 2
Has Open Parking
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Inside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Fenced, Full, Wood
Roof: Tile
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Shed(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: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 75 x 180
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: Turn onto Hood from Perkins or Hyacinth.
Subdivision Name: Southdowns
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,556
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 007-4181-7
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
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Schools
University Terrace Elementary School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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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Estimated sale price
$341,000 – $413,000
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