For sale

$239,000

Est. $1,532/mo —

•

1,318

sq ft

2671 Brightside Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820

About this home

Location, Land, and Limitless Potential—Seconds from LSU. Tucked away just moments from the heart of LSU’s campus, this rare offering presents a unique opportunity to own a private, expansive parcel with the conveniences of city living. Enjoy walking or biking along the Brightside Bike Path, taking in scenic levee views just steps away, and being minutes from downtown Baton Rouge, shopping, dining, and an ever-growing collection of popular local hot spots. This prime location truly sits at the crossroads of lifestyle and long-term value. Set on an ultra-private tract, the property offers a serene, almost country-like setting that feels worlds away from the city, yet you’re right in the middle of it all. The true value lies in the land itself: a premium lot ready for vision and transformation. The existing structure offers options for refreshing, repairs, and updates, or may serve as a teardown, creating a blank canvas for a custom home, investment project, or potential development opportunity. With possibilities ranging from a private oasis near LSU to exploring multiple-home construction or rezoning (buyer to verify), this property is ideal for builders, investors, developers, or buyers seeking something truly special in a high-demand area. Opportunities with this combination of location, privacy, and land are increasingly rare. Bring your vision to life and unlock its full potential.

Single-familyProperty Type

1961Year Built

1.12 acresLot Size

$181Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Jewel Fourrier • Highroad Realty, LLC

Contact: jewel4ea@gmail.com

Listing updated: Aug 25, 2026 at 03:47pm

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:GBRMLS #2025013569

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$1,532 per month

Principal and interest$1,271

Property taxes

$72

HOA dues

Home insurance

$189

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Highland Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi

6/10

Glasgow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi

6/10

Mckinley Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi

2/10

Provided by GreatSchools

About South

Campus

South Campus, located between LSU’s main campus and the Mississippi River levee, is a residential and academic Baton Rouge neighborhood with oak-shaded streets and a bikeable grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Highland Road near Lee Drive, where coffee counters, casual eateries, and campus-facing storefronts keep the sidewalks active. The Chimes Restaurant & Tap Room and Louie’s Cafe act as long-running local anchors for post-class plates and late-night conversation. Mid-century apartments and compact cottages mix with newer infill, giving blocks a lived-in, collegiate cadence. The LSU Lakes and the levee path shape daily routines with water views and long, flat routes for walking and cycling. Game-day traffic and weekday lectures add a steady pulse without changing the area’s laid-back feel.

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Market insights

2671 Brightside Dr · $239,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 54 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 3% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median list price in this area is $281,231. (18% higher than this home)

PRICE DROP

22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Interior features
Range, Oven, Disposal, Gas water heater
Lighting (interior)

Bathrooms
1 full bathroom

Kitchen
Range
Oven
Disposal

Laundry & utility
Washer hookup

Flooring
Tile
Wood
Ceramic tile

Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air
Ceiling fans

Sale and tax history for 2671 Brightside Dr

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$862 (+4.7%)

$1,299 + $5,734

$7,033

2024

$824 (+10.1%)

$1,299 + $5,734

$7,033

2023

$748 (−0.2%)

$1,160 + $5,120

$6,280

2022

$750 (+2.4%)

$1,160 + $5,120

$6,280

2021

$733 (+0.7%)

$1,160 + $5,120

$6,280

2020

$728 (+5.4%)

$1,160 + $5,120

$6,280

2019

$690 (+1.3%)

$1,050 + $4,650

$5,700

2018

$682

$1,050 + $4,650

$5,700

2017

$682 (+2.7%)

$1,050 + $4,650

$5,700

2016

$664 (+2.9%)

$1,050 + $4,650

$5,700

2014

$645

$1,050 + $4,500

$5,550

2013

$646

$1,050 + $4,500

$5,550

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

1.93 Acres

Year renovated

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Finished Sq. Ft.

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Unfinished Sq. Ft.

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Total Sq. Ft.

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Year built

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Style

Single Family Residential

County

East Baton Rouge Parish

APN

030-9790-0

Parking Spaces

—

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.

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

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

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Baton Rouge, LA • 70820

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Sun exposure

90/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.2 hrs

6 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Redfin Estimate for 2671 Brightside Dr

$230,472

$8,528 under list price of $239K

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The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $100K to $215K.

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$24/sq ft
smaller lot
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SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$195,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,272 sq ft
1352 Harwich Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
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smaller lot
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SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$99,688 Last sold price
2 beds2.5 baths1,225 sq ft
2041 Brightside View Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
$100/sq ft
smaller lot
23 years newer
SOLD FEB 20, 2026
$215,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,441 sq ft
5129 Amberlyn Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
$32/sq ft
smaller lot
33 years newer
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$175,000 Last sold price
2 beds2 baths1,276 sq ft
2456 Brightside Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
$44/sq ft
smaller lot
22 years newer

Rental earnings

Est. $885 per month, based on comparable rentals

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