243 University Highlands Ct, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
About this home
Beautifully updated 4BR/3BA home on a cul-de-sac in a small exclusive one street subdivision off Highland Road - minutes away from LSU. Move in ready with tall ceilings and perfectly flowing floor plan. As you open the front door & enter the foyer, you will find a formal dining area and large living room w/lots of windows overlooking the beautifully landscaped back patio & yard. Off the living and dining room is the recently renovated kitchen w/quartz and soapstone countertops, stainless appliances, double wall oven, butler's pantry & large keeping/breakfast area w/wet bar overlooking the private enclosed side courtyard - all complete with real brick floors. 4th bedroom off breakfast/keeping can easily be an office if needed. On the left side of home is the bedroom wing featuring 2 additional BR's that share Jack and Jill bath. Large master en suite with spacious walk in closet and sitting area w/double doors opening to rear porch and patio. Recently renovated fantastic laundry room off hallway also on this wing of home. This picture-perfect home has been meticulously cared for and truly loved by current owner. Amenities include 12' ceilings, 3 year old roof and gutters, new stainless steel appliances, new light fixtures, 2 woodburning fireplaces, new A/C units, 2 tankless hot water heaters 3-4 yr old (recently descaled & recalibrated), French drains added at the front, brick/wood flrs just re-finished, tons of storage, transom doors, double garage w/ceiling fans, bonus office with A/C off garage, lush professional landscaping, PLUS rear access to home from University Acres neighborhood....never having to access Highland Road. Fully fenced rear yard for privacy. Storage building on side of home will remain. Homes of this caliber on this charming street rarely come on the market. Schedule your private showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$192Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jerry del Rio• Del Rio Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with Rebecca Newsham• Newsham Properties LLC
Beautifully updated 4BR/3BA home on a cul-de-sac in a small exclusive one street subdivision off Highland Road - minutes away from LSU. Move in ready with tall ceilings and perfectly flowing floor plan. As you open the front door & enter the foyer, you will find a formal dining area and large living room w/ lots of windows overlooking the beautifully landscaped back patio & yard. Off the living and dining room is the recently renovated kitchen w/ quartz and soapstone countertops, stainless appliances, double wall oven, butler’s pantry & large keeping/breakfast area w/ wet bar overlooking the private enclosed side courtyard - all complete with real brick floors. 4th bedroom off breakfast/keeping can easily be an office if needed. On the left side of home is the bedroom wing featuring 2 additional BR’s that share Jack and Jill bath. Large master en suite with spacious walk in closet and sitting area w/ double doors opening to rear porch and patio. Recently renovated fantastic laundry room off hallway also on this wing of home. This picture-perfect home has been meticulously cared for and truly loved by current owner. Amenities include 12’ ceilings, 3 year old roof and gutters, new stainless steel appliances, new light fixtures, 2 woodburning fireplaces, new A/C units, 2 tankless hot water heaters 3-4 yr old (recently descaled & recalibrated), French drains added at the front, brick/wood flrs just re-finished, tons of storage, transom doors, double garage w/ ceiling fans, bonus office with A/C off garage, lush professional landscaping, PLUS rear access to home from University Acres neighborhood…. never having to access Highland Road. Fully fenced rear yard for privacy. Storage building on side of home will remain. Homes of this caliber on this charming street rarely come on the market. Schedule your private showing today!
AcadianaMLS #BR2019007598
May 3, 2019
Listed
$499,000
$167/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 16, 1998
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,004 (+4.7%)
$5,000 + $43,972
$48,972
2024
$5,736 (+5.6%)
$5,000 + $43,972
$48,972
2023
$5,432 (−0.2%)
$5,000 + $40,600
$45,600
2022
$5,445 (+2.3%)
$5,000 + $40,600
$45,600
2021
$5,320 (+0.7%)
$5,000 + $40,600
$45,600
2020
$5,285 (+17.6%)
$5,000 + $40,600
$45,600
2019
$4,493 (+1.3%)
$5,000 + $32,100
$37,100
2018
$4,438
$5,000 + $32,100
$37,100
2017
$4,438 (+2.6%)
$5,000 + $32,100
$37,100
2016
$4,327 (+31.0%)
$5,000 + $32,100
$37,100
2014
$3,302
$5,000 + $30,050
$35,050
2013
$3,302
$5,000 + $30,050
$35,050
Tax history for 243 University Highlands Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,004 (+4.7%)
$5,000 + $43,972
$48,972
2024
$5,736 (+5.6%)
$5,000 + $43,972
$48,972
2023
$5,432 (−0.2%)
$5,000 + $40,600
$45,600
2022
$5,445 (+2.3%)
$5,000 + $40,600
$45,600
2021
$5,320 (+0.7%)
$5,000 + $40,600
$45,600
2020
$5,285 (+17.6%)
$5,000 + $40,600
$45,600
2019
$4,493 (+1.3%)
$5,000 + $32,100
$37,100
2018
$4,438
$5,000 + $32,100
$37,100
2017
$4,438 (+2.6%)
$5,000 + $32,100
$37,100
2016
$4,327 (+31.0%)
$5,000 + $32,100
$37,100
2014
$3,302
$5,000 + $30,050
$35,050
2013
$3,302
$5,000 + $30,050
$35,050
*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
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Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,968
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
008-0426-6
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 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
Sep 26, 2023 • Final
Residential
Install a whole home generator.
Electrical
Generator
Jun 3, 2021 • Active
Residential
Expand a window opening in a brick wall to replace an existing window with a larger one. Reroute associated plumbing and electrical lines around the new opening.
Electrical
Plumbing
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
Garage Information
Has Garage
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Other Parking: Garage SqFt(462.00)
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Multi Units, Central Air, Zoned
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas, None
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Kitchen Island, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room, Utility Room, Granite Counters
Flooring: Brick, Carpet, Tile, Wood
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven
Fireplace Features
Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: 2 Fireplaces, Wood Burning
Has Fireplace
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Lighting
Fencing: Full, Wood
Construction Materials: Stucco, Brick, Frame
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Covered
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 250
Location Information
Directions: Highland Road to University Highlands, home in cul-de-sac
Utility Information
Gas: Gas: Entergy
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,968
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 008-0426-6
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Photos Count: 33
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Highland Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$548,000 – $663,000
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