Google street view image for 1740 Hood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Off market apr 2018 for $268K

$341,811

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,197/mo

•

1,707

sq ft

1740 Hood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

About this home

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!

Single-familyProperty Type

0.31 acresLot Size

$200Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Rhett Sandusky • KDK Capital Region Realty

Contact: 225-500-1125

Bought with Katherine Coghlan • Burns & Co., Inc.

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•Source:ROAM MLS #2018002759

Redfin Estimate

$341,811

$74K since sold in April 2018$19K since October

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$144,106

Est. take-home

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Rent

$1,423/mo

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Market trends in 70808, LA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

96.0%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$442K

$47K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

127

2 MoM

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Sale 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

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

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.35 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,556

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

East Baton Rouge Parish

APN

007-4181-7

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.

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

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Features
Kitchen Island, Built-in Features, Bookcases
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Inside
Disposal, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range
Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood

Room Information
Rooms Total: 7

Exterior

Exterior Features
Lighting
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Fencing: Full, Wood
Roof: Tile

Property Information
Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Cottage
Levels: One

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 75 x 180
Lot Features: Landscaped, Level
Zoning: Res Single Family Zone

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Lot: 9

Utilities

Utilities Information
Has Heating: Yes
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central

Location

School Information
High School District: East Baton Rouge Parish

Location Information
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 Oct 28, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

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

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

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Baton Rouge, LA • 70808

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$325,000 – $394,000

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Home values near 1740 Hood Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1669 Hood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1850 Sq. Ft.	$466,464
1751 Hood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1561 Sq. Ft.	$316,203
1745 Hood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1842 Sq. Ft.	$334,492
1777 Carl Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1978 Sq. Ft.	$362,234
1780 Cloverdale Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1724 Sq. Ft.	$375,713

Address	Redfin Estimate
1708 Hood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2808 Sq. Ft.	$580,107
1750 Hood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1370 Sq. Ft.	$349,318
1764 Carl Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1556 Sq. Ft.	$335,064
3932 Mimosa St, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 3200 Sq. Ft.	$714,300

Address	Redfin Estimate
1824 Hood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4050 Sq. Ft.	$996,145
1866 Hood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 3056 Sq. Ft.	$676,906
1719 Carl Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 4172 Sq. Ft.	$561,978
1831 Carl Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 3289 Sq. Ft.	$470,006

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