Turnkey investment opportunity in one of Baton Rouge's most desirable condo communities! Currently tenant occupied through December and already generating rental income, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers immediate cash flow from day one. Located in The Gates at Brightside gated community, just minutes from LSU and on the LSU bus route, this well-maintained unit features new flooring, fresh paint, crown molding, and an open concept living and dining area filled with natural light. The split bedroom floor plan provides excellent privacy, making it ideal for roommates, students, or young professionals. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space, the in-unit laundry adds everyday convenience, and this particular unit overlooks the community pool while benefiting from an energy-efficient location within the development. Residents enjoy beautifully maintained grounds and a community pool. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or secure a property in a high-demand rental market, this cash-flowing condo is an opportunity you won't want to miss.
CondoProperty Type
2005Year Built
1,472 sq ftLot Size
$119Price/Sq.Ft.
$225/moHOA Dues
2 spacesParking
Listed by Amanda Miller• Amanda Miller Realty, LLC
South Campus, located between LSU’s main campus and the Mississippi River levee, is a residential and academic Baton Rouge neighborhood with oak-shaded streets and a bikeable grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Highland Road near Lee Drive, where coffee counters, casual eateries, and campus-facing storefronts keep the sidewalks active. The Chimes Restaurant & Tap Room and Louie’s Cafe act as long-running local anchors for post-class plates and late-night conversation. Mid-century apartments and compact cottages mix with newer infill, giving blocks a lived-in, collegiate cadence. The LSU Lakes and the levee path shape daily routines with water views and long, flat routes for walking and cycling. Game-day traffic and weekday lectures add a steady pulse without changing the area’s laid-back feel.
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Market insights
1741 Brightside Dr Unit F7 · $149,000
DAYS ON MARKET
48 days
The average home goes pending in 38 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.4%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$149,000
Median sale price in this area is $169,665. (14% higher 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
Dining
Interior features
Carbon monoxide detector
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Range
Laundry & utility
In-unit laundry
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Porch
Concrete covered porch
In-ground pool
City lot
Home design
Condo
1-story entry within a 2-story building
Parking
Assigned parking (2 spaces)
Parking available
Security
Gated community
Construction
Brick construction
Shingle roof
Slab foundation
Property in excellent condition
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
HOA fee $225
Common grounds/area
Gated community
Other
Part of a 93-unit complex
Pets allowed: cats and dogs
Electricity and solar
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Sale and tax history for 1741 Brightside Dr Unit F7
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GSREIN #2571804
Sep 28, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 10, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 11, 2026
Listed
$149,000
$119/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO2571804
Sep 10, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 11, 2026
Listed
$149,000
$119/sq ft
+7
Turnkey investment opportunity in one of Baton Rouge's most desirable condo communities! Currently tenant occupied through December and already generating rental income, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers immediate cash flow from day one. Located in The Gates at Brightside gated community, just minutes from LSU and on the LSU bus route, this well-maintained unit features new flooring, fresh paint, crown molding, and an open concept living and dining area filled with natural light. The split bedroom floor plan provides excellent privacy, making it ideal for roommates, students, or young professionals. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space, the in-unit laundry adds everyday convenience, and this particular unit overlooks the community pool while benefiting from an energy-efficient location within the development. Residents enjoy beautifully maintained grounds and a community pool. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or secure a property in a high-demand rental market, this cash-flowing condo is an opportunity you won't want to miss.
Public Records
Jul 1, 2021
Sold
$119,900
$96/sq ft
GBRMLS #2021006828
Jun 29, 2021
Sold
*
May 23, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 30, 2021
Listed
$123,000
$98/sq ft
+5
Well maintained two bedroom /two bath unit is located on the LSU bus route. The community has a gated entry and and upgraded security. The unit is situated downstairs and is directly across from the community pool. Patio in rear of unit is shaded. The unit comes with two reserved parking spaces. The floor plan is quite livable-large open living/dining area, comfortable bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. Plenty of storage.
AcadianaMLS #BR2021006828
Apr 30, 2021
Listed
$123,000
$98/sq ft
GBRMLS #2019008363
Jul 19, 2019
Sold
*
May 15, 2019
Listed
$1,100
$1/sq ft
GBRMLS #2018003477
Apr 11, 2019
Price Changed
$129,000
$103/sq ft
Jan 31, 2019
Price Changed
$133,000
$106/sq ft
Aug 20, 2018
Price Changed
$135,000
$108/sq ft
May 30, 2018
Price Changed
$140,000
$112/sq ft
Apr 11, 2018
Price Changed
$142,500
$114/sq ft
Mar 5, 2018
Listed
$145,000
$116/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2018003477
Mar 5, 2018
Listed
$129,000
$103/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 2013
Sold
$145,000
$116/sq ft
GBRMLS #201307763
Jun 28, 2013
Sold
*
May 27, 2013
Listed
$150,000
$120/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR201307763
May 27, 2013
Listed
$150,000
$120/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 14, 2006
Sold
$156,000
$124/sq ft
GBRMLS #2006123909
Apr 26, 2006
Listed
$159,000
$127/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2006123909
Apr 26, 2006
Listed
$159,000
$127/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,551 (+4.7%)
$1,100 + $11,550
$12,650
2024
$1,482 (−1.7%)
$1,100 + $11,550
$12,650
2023
$1,507 (−0.2%)
$1,100 + $11,550
$12,650
2022
$1,510 (+2.3%)
$1,100 + $11,550
$12,650
2021
$1,476 (+0.7%)
$1,100 + $11,550
$12,650
2020
$1,466 (+5.3%)
$1,100 + $11,550
$12,650
2019
$1,393 (+1.3%)
$1,000 + $10,500
$11,500
2018
$1,376
$1,000 + $10,500
$11,500
2017
$1,376 (+2.6%)
$1,000 + $10,500
$11,500
2016
$1,341 (+0.3%)
$1,000 + $10,500
$11,500
2014
$1,337
$1,000 + $10,500
$11,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,211
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,211
Year built
—
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
022-9051-0
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
A3.3
High Density Multi-Family Residential District
The purpose of A3.3 is to permit high density multi-family residential development with a maximum of 29 units per acre.