Truly a precious cottage with Southern Charm in the Garden District on tree shaded street. Polished wood floors throughout, arched windows, and transoms over most of the interior doors. Great sun room with tile floors and lots of sunshine thoughout the house. Spacious kitchen with stainless steel counter tops, glass front cabinets, tile floors and a eat-in breakfast bar. Both bathrooms have been redone to match the vintage era. This home also features and 2 car garage and an extra carport. You will love living in the heart of South Baton Rouge close to LSU, City Park, and the Dog Park.
Single-familyProperty Type
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$155Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
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Truly a precious cottage with Southern Charm in the Garden District on tree shaded street. Polished wood floors throughout, arched windows, and transoms over most of the interior doors. Great sun room with tile floors and lots of sunshine thoughout the house. Spacious kitchen with stainless steel counter tops, glass front cabinets, tile floors and a eat-in breakfast bar. Both bathrooms have been redone to match the vintage era. This home also features and 2 car garage and an extra carport. You will love living in the heart of South Baton Rouge close to LSU, City Park, and the Dog Park.
Public Records
Apr 30, 2009
Sold
$278,000
$104/sq ft
GBRMLS #200900720
Jan 13, 2009
Listed
$292,900
$109/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR200900720
Jan 13, 2009
Listed
$292,900
$109/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,145 (+4.7%)
$5,500 + $28,310
$33,810
2024
$3,960 (+7.6%)
$5,500 + $28,310
$33,810
2023
$3,680 (−0.2%)
$5,500 + $25,390
$30,890
2022
$3,688 (+2.3%)
$5,500 + $25,390
$30,890
2021
$3,604 (+11.0%)
$5,500 + $25,390
$30,890
2020
$3,246 (+11.0%)
$5,500 + $22,510
$28,010
2019
$2,925 (+1.3%)
$5,500 + $18,650
$24,150
2018
$2,889
$5,500 + $18,650
$24,150
2017
$2,889 (+2.5%)
$5,500 + $18,650
$24,150
2016
$2,817 (+45.6%)
$5,500 + $18,650
$24,150
2014
$1,935
$5,500 + $17,800
$23,300
Tax history for 2161 Myrtle Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,145 (+4.7%)
$5,500 + $28,310
$33,810
2024
$3,960 (+7.6%)
$5,500 + $28,310
$33,810
2023
$3,680 (−0.2%)
$5,500 + $25,390
$30,890
2022
$3,688 (+2.3%)
$5,500 + $25,390
$30,890
2021
$3,604 (+11.0%)
$5,500 + $25,390
$30,890
2020
$3,246 (+11.0%)
$5,500 + $22,510
$28,010
2019
$2,925 (+1.3%)
$5,500 + $18,650
$24,150
2018
$2,889
$5,500 + $18,650
$24,150
2017
$2,889 (+2.5%)
$5,500 + $18,650
$24,150
2016
$2,817 (+45.6%)
$5,500 + $18,650
$24,150
2014
$1,935
$5,500 + $17,800
$23,300
*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
4,805 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,932
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
030-5754-2
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
A2
OLD TOWN REDEVELOPMENT
Single Family Residential Disrtict
The purpose of A2 is to permit low density single family residential development with a maximum of 5.8 units per acre. Accessory uses normally compatible with surrounding low density residential development may be permitted.
Zone overlays
Old Town Redevelopment Overlay District
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: 3
Has Garage
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport, Garage Faces Rear
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, High Ceilings
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Asbestos Shingle, Composition, Flat
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 60 x 120
Lot Size Area: 8,712
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
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: Part of Myrtle Avenue between Drehr and Camelia. North side of Myrtle Ave.
Subdivision Name: Roseland Terrace
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,932
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,805 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 030-5754-2
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
The Dufrocq School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
4/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$397,000 – $480,000
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