Location, location, location! This charming renovation in University Acres is DIRECTLY across street from the Leeward Drive Park. Completely renovated, this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home has a large open floor plan, Thermador appliances, bar with wine fridge and more. Large fenced-in back yard with live oaks in front and back. This Old Baton Rouge neighborhood is close to LSU and well known for its tree- shaded lots, making it inviting to bikers, walkers, joggers, strollers or just neighborly conversations. Schedule a showing today to tour this gem in University Acres!
AcadianaMLS #BR2019019411
Nov 20, 2019
Listed
$519,000
$193/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 2019
Sold
$275,000
$102/sq ft
GBRMLS #2019006491
May 31, 2019
Sold
*
May 18, 2019
Pending
—
May 17, 2019
Price Changed
$295,000
$110/sq ft
Apr 15, 2019
Listed
$325,000
$121/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2019006491
Apr 15, 2019
Listed
$295,000
$110/sq ft
GBRMLS #2018018629
Feb 20, 2019
Price Changed
$350,000
$130/sq ft
Nov 8, 2018
Listed
$389,000
$145/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2018018629
Nov 8, 2018
Listed
$350,000
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 21, 2018
Sold
$565,496
$211/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,556 (+4.4%)
$7,500 + $51,160
$58,660
2024
$7,236 (+21.3%)
$7,500 + $51,160
$58,660
2023
$5,967 (−0.2%)
$7,500 + $39,530
$47,030
2022
$5,981 (+2.2%)
$7,500 + $39,530
$47,030
2021
$5,852 (+88.7%)
$7,500 + $39,530
$47,030
2020
$3,100 (+21.2%)
$7,500 + $16,100
$23,600
2019
$2,557 (+1.1%)
$7,500 + $10,600
$18,100
2018
$2,530
$7,500 + $10,600
$18,100
2017
$2,530 (+2.2%)
$7,500 + $10,600
$18,100
2016
$2,476 (+69.0%)
$7,500 + $10,600
$18,100
2014
$1,465
$7,500 + $5,100
$12,600
2013
$1,465
$7,500 + $5,100
$12,600
Tax history for 5854 Menlo Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,556 (+4.4%)
$7,500 + $51,160
$58,660
2024
$7,236 (+21.3%)
$7,500 + $51,160
$58,660
2023
$5,967 (−0.2%)
$7,500 + $39,530
$47,030
2022
$5,981 (+2.2%)
$7,500 + $39,530
$47,030
2021
$5,852 (+88.7%)
$7,500 + $39,530
$47,030
2020
$3,100 (+21.2%)
$7,500 + $16,100
$23,600
2019
$2,557 (+1.1%)
$7,500 + $10,600
$18,100
2018
$2,530
$7,500 + $10,600
$18,100
2017
$2,530 (+2.2%)
$7,500 + $10,600
$18,100
2016
$2,476 (+69.0%)
$7,500 + $10,600
$18,100
2014
$1,465
$7,500 + $5,100
$12,600
2013
$1,465
$7,500 + $5,100
$12,600
*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
9 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,476
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
006-3756-4
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Nov 8, 2018 • Final
Residential
Perform a gas test on a residential building.
Gas
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
Has Open Parking
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Partial Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2686
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Foundation Details: Slab, Pillar/Post/Pier
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size : 17859.6
Lot Size Dimensions: 86 x 210
Lot Size Area: 17,859.6
Lot Size Acres: 0.41
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 Lee Drive, turn left onto Highland Road. Turn left onto Leeward Drive and right onto Menlo. House is on right directly across the street from Leeward Drive Park.
Subdivision Name: University Acres
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,476
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,365 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 006-3756-4
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: GBRAR
Around this home
Schools
Highland Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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
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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Estimated sale price
$608,000 – $736,000
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