Welcome to this beautifully updated University Hills home where space, style, and location come together seamlessly. Set on a generous corner lot just minutes from LSU Avenue, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath residence offers a rare layout that works perfectly for both everyday living and entertaining. From the moment you step inside, the open design and abundance of natural light create a warm, inviting atmosphere. The heart of the home is the modern kitchen, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a newer gas range—ideal for cooking, hosting, and casual meals at the eat-in bar. The kitchen flows effortlessly into a spacious 20×20 living area, making it an easy place to gather friends and family, especially on game days. Two front bedrooms showcase rich wood flooring and are conveniently positioned near fully updated bathrooms. Toward the back of the home, a thoughtful addition adds two more private bedrooms—each with wood floors and its own bathroom—offering flexibility for guests, roommates, or multi-generational living. Ceramic tile runs through the kitchen, dining, and bath areas, giving the home a clean, low-maintenance feel with no carpet throughout. Step outside to a fenced backyard designed for relaxation and entertaining, complete with a large raised deck and storage shed. Parking is a breeze with two concrete pads accommodating up to four vehicles. Additional highlights include an interior laundry room, a metal roof, and select newer double-insulated windows. Conveniently located near LSU, the lakes, Trader Joe’s, local restaurants, St. Aloysius, Perkins Road, and major interstates, this home offers unbeatable access while maintaining neighborhood charm. Homes with this layout, condition, and location don’t come along often—schedule your showing today and experience it for yourself.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$205Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Trey Willard• The W Group Real Estate LLC
Listed by Richard Childress• The W Group Real Estate LLC
Situated in the desirable University Hills neighborhood, this updated 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home is perfectly located on a spacious corner lot just moments from LSU Avenue. Stepping inside, you’re greeted by an open floorplan, complemented by ample natural light streaming through numerous windows. The thoughtful layout is ideal for entertaining, featuring a modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, including newer gas stove and range, an eat-in bar, leading into a large 20 x 20 living room—perfect for game day gatherings. Wood flooring adorns the two front bedrooms, each adjacent to fully updated bathrooms. The home’s addition includes two more bedrooms, also with wood flooring and private bathrooms. Ceramic tile flooring extends through the dining, kitchen and bathrooms areas (no carpet). Outside, enjoy the privacy of a fenced backyard with a large raised deck, ideal for outdoor enjoyment, plus a small storage shed. Additional features include two concrete parking pads for 4 cars to park, an interior laundry room, a durable metal roof, and some new double insulated windows. Located near LSU campus, LSU lakes, Trader Joe’s, St. Aloysius Catholic Church, a variety of restaurants, and with easy access to Perkins Rd and the interstate, this charming home is a must-see for anyone looking for convenience and style.
ROAM MLS #2019002603
Jun 21, 2019
Sold
$305,465
$159/sq ft
Feb 14, 2019
Listed
$320,000
$167/sq ft
Location. Location. Location. Convenient to so much with all the character and benefits of a renovated property in University Hills is wrapped up in this rare find of a 4 bed 4 bath home sitting on nice corner lot not far from LSU Ave. Enter the front door to see ceramic tile flooring that runs throughout the dining and kitchen areas. Appreciate the abundance of natural lighting through multiple windows in every room. This floor plan makes for a great space to entertain family & friends. The kitchen renovation included newer cabinets, 3cm slab granite, eat in bar space, stainless gas range, hood vent, dishwasher, microwave, under mount sink with new faucet & all new hardware. Open to the 20 X 20 living room where you can see yourself hosting family and friends for the game day pre party. Down the front hall are 2 bedrooms with wood flooring and renovated 2 full bathrooms. Off the living room and off the back of the house in the addition are the 2 additional bedrooms with wood flooring and each with their own private bathroom. Appreciate the privately fenced backyard with large raised back deck creating more room for your family and friend plus small exterior storage unit. Two concrete parking pads with room for more street parking if needed with this large corner lot. Other amenities include: inside laundry room, solar panel system, metal roof, window treatments to remain. Come see this quaint renovated home so close to campus, LSU lakes, Trader Joe’s, St. Aloysius Catholic Church, lots of great restaurants, convenient to Perkins Rd & easy access to interstate.
Public Records
May 27, 2005
Sold
$155,500
$81/sq ft
ROAM MLS #200463155
Apr 12, 2004
Sold
$110,000
$57/sq ft
Feb 10, 2004
Listed
$119,900
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,483 (+14.7%)
$7,700 + $28,870
$36,570
2024
$3,909 (+7.5%)
$5,000 + $28,373
$33,373
2023
$3,634 (−0.2%)
$5,000 + $25,510
$30,510
2022
$3,643 (+2.3%)
$5,000 + $25,510
$30,510
2021
$3,559 (+0.7%)
$5,000 + $25,510
$30,510
2020
$3,536 (+39.0%)
$5,000 + $25,510
$30,510
2019
$2,543 (+1.3%)
$5,000 + $16,000
$21,000
2018
$2,512
$5,000 + $16,000
$21,000
2017
$2,512 (+2.6%)
$5,000 + $16,000
$21,000
2016
$2,449 (+85.7%)
$5,000 + $16,000
$21,000
2014
$1,319
$5,000 + $13,000
$18,000
Tax history for 513 Centenary Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,483 (+14.7%)
$7,700 + $28,870
$36,570
2024
$3,909 (+7.5%)
$5,000 + $28,373
$33,373
2023
$3,634 (−0.2%)
$5,000 + $25,510
$30,510
2022
$3,643 (+2.3%)
$5,000 + $25,510
$30,510
2021
$3,559 (+0.7%)
$5,000 + $25,510
$30,510
2020
$3,536 (+39.0%)
$5,000 + $25,510
$30,510
2019
$2,543 (+1.3%)
$5,000 + $16,000
$21,000
2018
$2,512
$5,000 + $16,000
$21,000
2017
$2,512 (+2.6%)
$5,000 + $16,000
$21,000
2016
$2,449 (+85.7%)
$5,000 + $16,000
$21,000
2014
$1,319
$5,000 + $13,000
$18,000
*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
8,008 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,907
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
007-5390-4
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
Aug 22, 2025 • Final
Residential
Gas
Dec 20, 2013 • Final
Residential
Install residential solar panels on a single-family home. Install collar ties on every other rafter to support the new load.
Electrical
Solar
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 Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Features
Kitchen Island, Pantry, High Ceilings, Shower Only, En Suite
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Inside
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Room Information
Rooms Total: 7
Exterior
Exterior Features
Lighting
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Fencing: Wood
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Cottage
Levels: One
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 60 x 133
Lot Features: Landscaped
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 753904
Tax Lot: 17
Utilities
Utilities Information
Has Heating: Yes
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central
Location
School Information
High School District: East Baton Rouge Parish
Location Information
Subdivision Name: University Hills
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,907
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,008 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 007-5390-4
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
University Terrace Elementary School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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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Baton Rouge, LA • 70808
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$373,000 – $451,000
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