Baton Rouge at it's best. Jeffereson Terrace is a spacious, wooded area in the heart of Baton Rouge. This fabulously updated home on 3/4 acre not only has visible upgrades but also upgrades in the "bones" like plumbing and electrical. The floor plan is open and inviting. Some of the more significant upgrades are wood floors thruout, kitchen cabinets, granite, recess lighting, both baths remodeled, new windows, newer roof, hand touch controled blinds, remote control lights and fans. There is an unbelievable (40x30) workshop in the back yard. All measurements are approximate. Sale AS IS.
Baton Rouge at it's best. Jeffereson Terrace is a spacious, wooded area in the heart of Baton Rouge. This fabulously updated home on 3/4 acre not only has visible upgrades but also upgrades in the "bones" like plumbing and electrical. The floor plan is open and inviting. Some of the more significant upgrades are wood floors thruout, kitchen cabinets, granite, recess lighting, both baths remodeled, new windows, newer roof, hand touch controled blinds, remote control lights and fans. There is an unbelievable (40x30) workshop in the back yard. All measurements are approximate. Sale AS IS.
Public Records
Mar 22, 2016
Sold
$174,000
$51/sq ft
GBRMLS #2015014933
Mar 11, 2016
Sold
*
Feb 3, 2016
Pending
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Jan 14, 2016
Price Changed
$169,000
$49/sq ft
Dec 4, 2015
Price Changed
$175,000
$51/sq ft
Nov 13, 2015
Price Changed
$179,500
$52/sq ft
Oct 30, 2015
Listed
$185,000
$54/sq ft
+5
Beautiful home in great neighborhood. Very convenient location in Baton Rouge. Huge Lot(. 75 acres) with beautiful mature trees. Solid brick home with cozy Wood/Gas Fireplace in Den. Spacious living room. Utility room with office. 2 car carport plus a 40x30 metal workshop.
AcadianaMLS #BR2015014933
Oct 30, 2015
Listed
$169,000
$49/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 22, 1986
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,043 (−0.5%)
$1,500 + $24,512
$26,012
2024
$3,057 (+19.9%)
$1,500 + $24,512
$26,012
2023
$2,550 (+3.2%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2022
$2,470 (+1.9%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2021
$2,423 (+0.7%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2020
$2,407 (−3.9%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2019
$2,504 (+24.1%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2018
$2,018
$1,500 + $15,900
$17,400
2017
$2,018 (+8.1%)
$1,500 + $15,900
$17,400
2016
$1,866 (+192.0%)
$1,500 + $15,000
$16,500
2014
$639
$1,500 + $11,500
$13,000
2013
$639
$1,500 + $11,500
$13,000
Tax history for 5240 Houston Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,043 (−0.5%)
$1,500 + $24,512
$26,012
2024
$3,057 (+19.9%)
$1,500 + $24,512
$26,012
2023
$2,550 (+3.2%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2022
$2,470 (+1.9%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2021
$2,423 (+0.7%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2020
$2,407 (−3.9%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2019
$2,504 (+24.1%)
$1,500 + $19,880
$21,380
2018
$2,018
$1,500 + $15,900
$17,400
2017
$2,018 (+8.1%)
$1,500 + $15,900
$17,400
2016
$1,866 (+192.0%)
$1,500 + $15,000
$16,500
2014
$639
$1,500 + $11,500
$13,000
2013
$639
$1,500 + $11,500
$13,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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
0.76 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
1,858
Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
016-9357-3
Parking Spaces
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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.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
Flooring: Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Masonry, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Roof: Composition
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Land Information
Topography: Wooded Lot
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 130 x 291 x 101 x 301
Lot Size Area: 32,670
Lot Size Acres: 0.75
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
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: From I-10 Exit Bluebonnet and go north. Turn left at Gail (red light). Deadends at Houston, turn left. Home will be on right.
Subdivision Name: Jefferson Terrace Subd
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Pool
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,858
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.76 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 016-9357-3
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Westminster Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
4/10
Tara 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
6 days above 108° expected this year, 16 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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Historical weather
Baton Rouge, LA • 70809
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$281,000 – $340,000
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