Delightful 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home in highly sought after Southdowns neighborhood. Fully renovated in 2020, this home retains all of its amazing charm while offering all of the benefits of modern finishes including wood and tile flooring throughout. The inviting, open split floor plan is perfect for entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen includes quartz countertops, plenty of cabinet space, and a kitchen peninsula joining it to the living room. The primary bedroom has a large walk-in closet and french doors leading to the back deck. In the primary bathroom, appreciate a clawfoot soaking tub, stand alone shower, and dual vanities. One of the additional bedrooms also includes a private bath. Outside, enjoy the spacious covered back deck overlooking the recently landscaped, fully fenced backyard, a detached carport, parking pad, and a large workshop/ shed with electricity. Walking distance to St. Aloysius and blocks away from the Southdowns parade. Minutes away from LSU and 1-10, and so much dining and shopping. This one is a must see!
Convenient to so much with all the benefits of an almost new home that is built in the heart of Southdowns. Check out this 4 bed 3.5 bath home nestled under mature trees on Pickett Ave just off Lee Dr. Front porch has a leaded glass door leading into the foyer. Enter the front door to see the wood floors that flow throughout and appreciate the abundance of natural lighting. Located off the foyer is a closet, spacious living area and dining room. The two secondary bedrooms to the right share a full bathroom with tastefully designed tilework, and quartz countertop. The kitchen with quartz countertops includes an abundance of cabinets, custom tilework design in back of the stove, stainless steel and glass vent hood over a smooth top stove, subway tile backsplash and an island. The open floor plan of the kitchen, breakfast area and large family room provide open living space for casual entertaining or relaxing. An additional bedroom off the family room has a private bath. The master suite includes a large walk-in closet with built-ins overlooks the backyard. Private Spa-like en-suite bath with dual vanities, water closet, clawfoot soaking tub, and a large designer multi showerheads custom tile shower. The master bedroom has French doors that open to a private covered porch and backyard. A separate laundry room has half bath, linen closet, tankless water heater, and door to the porch and the backyard. There is a carport and nice size workshop with built-ins. Security cameras are already in place. This home is done in an elegant seamless design. Come see this beautiful home close to LSU lakes, Trader Joe’s, St. Aloysius Catholic Church, lots of great restaurants, convenient to Perkins Rd & easy access to I-10.
AcadianaMLS #BR2020012692
Aug 10, 2020
Listed
$449,900
$211/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 19, 2020
Sold
$150,000
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,520 (+13.3%)
$9,480 + $35,550
$45,030
2024
$4,874 (−1.7%)
$5,000 + $36,610
$41,610
2023
$4,957 (−0.2%)
$5,000 + $36,610
$41,610
2022
$4,968 (+66.1%)
$5,000 + $36,610
$41,610
2021
$2,991 (+22.8%)
$5,000 + $20,640
$25,640
2020
$2,435 (+224.3%)
$5,000 + $16,010
$21,010
2019
$751 (+1.3%)
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2018
$742
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2017
$742 (+2.6%)
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2016
$723 (+792.6%)
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2014
$81 (−0.4%)
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2013
$81
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
Tax history for 2245 Pickett Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,520 (+13.3%)
$9,480 + $35,550
$45,030
2024
$4,874 (−1.7%)
$5,000 + $36,610
$41,610
2023
$4,957 (−0.2%)
$5,000 + $36,610
$41,610
2022
$4,968 (+66.1%)
$5,000 + $36,610
$41,610
2021
$2,991 (+22.8%)
$5,000 + $20,640
$25,640
2020
$2,435 (+224.3%)
$5,000 + $16,010
$21,010
2019
$751 (+1.3%)
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2018
$742
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2017
$742 (+2.6%)
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2016
$723 (+792.6%)
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2014
$81 (−0.4%)
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
2013
$81
$5,000 + $1,200
$6,200
*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
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,608
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
005-4750-6
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
A1
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
Mar 9, 2020 • Final
Residential
Construct an addition to an existing residence and perform a small remodel.
Addition
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 4
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Carport, Detached, Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Partial Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Range, Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered
Fencing: Fenced, Chain Link, Full, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2936
Construction Materials: Frame, Cement Siding
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Possible Use: Residential
Land Information
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size : 11325.6
Lot Size Dimensions: 75 x 150
Lot Size Area: 11,325.6
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
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: Off of Perkins Rd between College Dr and Acadian Blvd.
Subdivision Name: Southdowns
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,608
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 005-4750-6
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: GBRAR
Around this home
Schools
University Terrace Elementary School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$465,000 – $562,000
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