OPEN SUNDAY! Wonderfully positioned on the 9th fairway of Santa Maria, this incredible 4-bedroom, 4.5- bathroom home is returning to the market for the first time since its first sale, presenting a truly unmissable opportunity for those seeking an idyllic & spacious residence. BRAND NEW ROOF!!! First impressions are everything & this home doesn’t disappoint, with a neat and alluring frontage that showcases beautifully & a classic, quintessentially Louisianian architectural style. Step inside beyond the elegant double-door entry & discover an interior that creates an undeniable sense of ease & comfort with its soaring ceilings, impeccable millwork throughout, & a soft color palette complemented by lovely natural light. Daily activity will be spread across the 4,192 square foot, triple-split floor plan, with a spacious living room centred around a magnificent fireplace, a glorious sunroom that exhibits picturesque garden & golf course views, and an additional lounge area on the landing upstairs. Generously sized, & fitted with plantation blinds & ceiling fans, the bedrooms offer supreme comfort for that all-important good night’s sleep, while the bathrooms are complete with contemporary fittings. Flawless finishes are a theme throughout this home and the kitchen is no exception, coming excellently planned & equipped for the home cook with a gas range, stainless-steel appliances, & plentiful preparation space on the pristine stone countertops. The formal dining room is ready to service many memorable occasions, while the kitchen island’s breakfast bar is great for less-than-formal meals. Outside, the covered patio comes fitted with a ceiling fan, providing the ultimate spot for outdoor living with exclusive golf course views, whether for alfresco dining and get-togethers with friends and family, or for lounging with a wine & a book for company. Beyond the patio, the fenced backyard is host to some truly majestic greenery, & the gate grants immediate access for golfing.
Single-familyProperty Type
0.28 acresLot Size
$180Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Leighton Thorning• RE/MAX Professional
Listed by Josh McKay• RE/MAX Professional
Bought with Brandy Christ• Guidry Group Properties
2005 Parade of Homes - Striking French style with spectacular panoramic view of golf course from most rooms. Study overlooking golf course separated by French doors. Computer nook by keeping room with wall of built-ins, each BR has a private bath. 2BR's up plus playroom or TV room. Beautiful cypress cabinets, large island. Stainless appliances. Granite kitchen counters. Marble Master Bath. Custom iron stair rail. Slate at front entrance flanked by two gas lights. Fountain surrounded by landscaping viewed through wall of windows in living room.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,508 (−0.5%)
$12,650 + $52,900
$65,550
2024
$7,543 (+3.0%)
$12,650 + $52,900
$65,550
2023
$7,322 (+3.3%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2022
$7,088 (+2.0%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2021
$6,950 (+0.7%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2020
$6,902 (−3.8%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2019
$7,178 (+1.3%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2018
$7,084
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2017
$7,084 (−0.6%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2016
$7,126 (+20.0%)
$12,650 + $52,350
$65,000
2014
$5,936
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
Tax history for 18653 Santa Maria Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,508 (−0.5%)
$12,650 + $52,900
$65,550
2024
$7,543 (+3.0%)
$12,650 + $52,900
$65,550
2023
$7,322 (+3.3%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2022
$7,088 (+2.0%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2021
$6,950 (+0.7%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2020
$6,902 (−3.8%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2019
$7,178 (+1.3%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2018
$7,084
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2017
$7,084 (−0.6%)
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
2016
$7,126 (+20.0%)
$12,650 + $52,350
$65,000
2014
$5,936
$12,650 + $50,250
$62,900
*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
Permits
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
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,193
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
019-3688-3
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Mar 18, 2024 • Final
Residential
Construct a residential gunite swimming pool and spa.
Electrical
Plumbing
Pool and hot tub
Aug 22, 2023 • Active
Residential
Construct a new patio addition.
Addition
Electrical
Plumbing
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