Precious little cottage with original hardwood floors and so much charm. Roof replaced in the last two years as well as some newer plumbing, new fencing and all new windows with a lifetime guarantee. Electrical work updated after Hurricane Gustav. Foundation work done in 2019 is transferrable as well. Enjoy coffee on your front porch or in your small oasis of a backyard. Electric gate to offer additional security and privacy. Amazing location nestled between LSU and downtown. Come by 178 Chatsworth St. and you will want to COME BUY 178 Chatsworth St.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$63Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by • Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners
Bought with Mark Akchin• Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners
Precious 2 bedroom cottage nestled between LSU and downtown with easy access to Highland Rd and Nicholson Dr. Hardwood floors in the living room, dining room, and both bedrooms. Vinyl floors in the kitchen and bathroom. Renovated after Hurricane Gustav with updated electrical and a new roof. Original wood paneling giving so much character to the home. Adorable front porch for people watching or relaxing. Back porch has washer and dryer as well as a little storage. Detached garage, covered parking under a metal carport and an electric gate for added privacy.
AcadianaMLS #BR2019019257
Nov 15, 2019
Listed
$65,000
$38/sq ft
GBRMLS #2015012038
Sep 4, 2015
Delisted
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Aug 27, 2015
Listed
$70,000
$41/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2015012038
Aug 26, 2015
Listed
$70,000
$41/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 30, 2000
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,145 (+4.5%)
$300 + $8,780
$9,080
2024
$1,096 (−1.6%)
$300 + $8,780
$9,080
2023
$1,114 (+33.2%)
$300 + $8,780
$9,080
2022
$836 (+2.3%)
$280 + $6,520
$6,800
2021
$817 (+0.9%)
$280 + $6,520
$6,800
2020
$810 (+140.6%)
$280 + $6,520
$6,800
2019
$337 (+1.2%)
$250 + $2,450
$2,700
2018
$332
$250 + $2,450
$2,700
2017
$332 (+2.6%)
$250 + $2,450
$2,700
2016
$324 (+852.9%)
$250 + $2,450
$2,700
2014
$34 (−2.2%)
$250 + $2,400
$2,650
2013
$35
$250 + $2,400
$2,650
Tax history for 178 Chatsworth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,145 (+4.5%)
$300 + $8,780
$9,080
2024
$1,096 (−1.6%)
$300 + $8,780
$9,080
2023
$1,114 (+33.2%)
$300 + $8,780
$9,080
2022
$836 (+2.3%)
$280 + $6,520
$6,800
2021
$817 (+0.9%)
$280 + $6,520
$6,800
2020
$810 (+140.6%)
$280 + $6,520
$6,800
2019
$337 (+1.2%)
$250 + $2,450
$2,700
2018
$332
$250 + $2,450
$2,700
2017
$332 (+2.6%)
$250 + $2,450
$2,700
2016
$324 (+852.9%)
$250 + $2,450
$2,700
2014
$34 (−2.2%)
$250 + $2,400
$2,650
2013
$35
$250 + $2,400
$2,650
*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
4,963 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
005-3681-4
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.
A3.1
OLD TOWN REDEVELOPMENT
Limited Residential District
The purpose of A3.1 is to permit medium density multi-family residential development and institutional uses of a residential character with a maximum of 11.5 units per acre.
Zone overlays
Old Town Redevelopment Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Infrastructure
Public service
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Carport
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Rear, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Range, Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link, Privacy, Wood
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Frame, Asbestos
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 50
Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 100
Lot Size Area: 5,227.2
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
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: Taking Highland Rd and going from LSU towards downtown, Chatsworth St. is on the left immediately after Channel 2 studios. The house is on the right with a picket fence.
Subdivision Name: Magnolia Place
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,963 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 005-3681-4
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
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Schools
University Terrace Elementary School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
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Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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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, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$103,000 – $125,000
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