LOCATION, LOCATION! Mid century modern character meets spacious living on a large corner lot diagonally across from the neighborhood park in University Acres. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home features gorgeous European white oak floors downstairs, a spacious den with a masonry fireplace, and a large living area with a vaulted ceiling and wall of glass doors overlooking the backyard. The kitchen offers granite countertops, a gas range, breakfast bar, and an adjoining combination pantry, storage, and laundry room. The beautifully renovated primary suite includes a sitting area with vaulted ceilings and two walk-in closets. One featuring a vanity area. The spa like primary bath offers a walk in shower, soaking tub, and dual vanities. The primary suite and two additional bedrooms are downstairs. Upstairs includes a spacious recreation room with a built in desk area adjacent to the fourth bedroom. Enjoy fall football wether on the impressive 12' x 43' covered porch featuring tongue-and-groove cypress and pine, a vaulted ceiling, and connections for a future outdoor grill or kitchen. Additional storage includes a 22' x 35' detached covered structure ideal for a workshop, storage, or covered parking. Roof mounted solar panels provide battery-backup power to the primary suite, kitchen refrigerator, and living room entertainment area during outages. University Acres is an established neighborhood near LSU known for its mature trees, large lots, neighborhood park, and distinctive homes. Tenant occupied through the end of October - please allow 24 hours notice for showings. Photos have been staged. Available For Sale or For Lease.
University Acres-Woodstone, located between Highland Road and Nicholson Drive, is a residential and campus-adjacent Baton Rouge neighborhood with curving, oak-lined streets and a low-slung midcentury feel. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Highland Road and Lee Drive corridor, where coffee counters, casual eateries, and local storefronts set a steady daytime rhythm. Ranch-style homes and brick cottages sit behind deep setbacks, with pockets of newer infill near major arterials. The LSU lakes and nearby greenways shape an outdoors-forward routine with walking loops and water views. Perkins Road Overpass and its independent restaurants add a polished night-out circuit. The Chimes and The Varsity Theatre serve as familiar community pillars.
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Offer insights
5926 Menlo Dr · $619,000
$618K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $618K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
43 days
The average home goes pending in 49 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.5%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Double vanity
Separate shower
Varied ceiling heights
Walk-in closets
Granite counters
Dining room
Game room
Living room
Office
Workshop (interior-accessible or attached area referenced under other structures)
Bedrooms
Multiple bedrooms (listed as Bedroom 1 through Bedroom 6)
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas cooktop
Laundry & utility
Has cooling with multiple cooling units
Flooring
Wood
Vinyl tile
Other flooring
Heating & cooling
Central cooling with multiple units
Exterior features
Full wood fencing
Covered patio/porch
Corner lot location (corner house on Menlo and Guava)
Located diagonal from neighborhood park
Driveway access on Guava
Home design
Single family residence
Parking
Carport
Construction
Block, vinyl, and wood siding; frame construction
Utilities
Gas service provided by Entergy
HOA & community
Annual association fee ($365) with fee details listed as 'Other - See Remarks'
Community playground
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
LOCATION, LOCATION! Mid century modern character meets spacious living on a large corner lot diagonally across from the neighborhood park in University Acres. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home features gorgeous European white oak floors downstairs, a spacious den with a masonry fireplace, and a large living area with a vaulted ceiling and wall of glass doors overlooking the backyard. The kitchen offers granite countertops, a gas range, breakfast bar, and an adjoining combination pantry, storage, and laundry room. The beautifully renovated primary suite includes a sitting area with vaulted ceilings and two walk-in closets. One featuring a vanity area. The spa like primary bath offers a walk in shower, soaking tub, and dual vanities. The primary suite and two additional bedrooms are downstairs. Upstairs includes a spacious recreation room with a built in desk area adjacent to the fourth bedroom. Enjoy fall football wether on the impressive 12' x 43' covered porch featuring tongue-and-groove cypress and pine, a vaulted ceiling, and connections for a future outdoor grill or kitchen. Additional storage includes a 22' x 35' detached covered structure ideal for a workshop, storage, or covered parking. Roof mounted solar panels provide battery-backup power to the primary suite, kitchen refrigerator, and living room entertainment area during outages. University Acres is an established neighborhood near LSU known for its mature trees, large lots, neighborhood park, and distinctive homes. Tenant occupied through the end of October - please allow 24 hours notice for showings. Photos have been staged. Available For Sale or For Lease.
ROAMMLS #2026016914
Oct 26, 2026
Rental Removed
$3,900
$1/sq ft
Oct 24, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,900
$1/sq ft
Oct 24, 2026
Rental Removed
$3,900
$1/sq ft
Sep 14, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,900
$1/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2026016990
Sep 15, 2026
Listed
$619,000
$189/sq ft
GBRMLS #2023007755
May 15, 2023
Sold
*
May 12, 2023
Listed
$3,800
$1/sq ft
GBRMLS #2023005545
Apr 11, 2023
Listed
$659,000
$202/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2023005545
Apr 11, 2023
Listed
$659,000
$202/sq ft
GBRMLS #2022017365
Mar 11, 2023
Price Changed
$665,000
$203/sq ft
Jan 25, 2023
Price Changed
$675,000
$206/sq ft
Dec 13, 2022
Price Changed
$685,000
$209/sq ft
Nov 15, 2022
Listed
$699,000
$214/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2022017365
Nov 15, 2022
Listed
$665,000
$203/sq ft
GBRMLS #201313348
Mar 24, 2014
Sold
*
Sep 9, 2013
Listed
$399,000
$122/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR201313348
Sep 9, 2013
Listed
$399,000
$122/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 15, 2007
Sold
$440,000
$135/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 8, 2004
Sold
$250,000
$76/sq ft
GBRMLS #200467152
Mar 31, 2004
Listed
$235,000
$72/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR200467152
Mar 31, 2004
Listed
$235,000
$72/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,485 (+4.4%)
$16,500 + $33,420
$49,920
2024
$6,212 (+11.0%)
$16,500 + $33,420
$49,920
2023
$5,597 (−0.2%)
$16,500 + $27,420
$43,920
2022
$5,609 (+2.2%)
$16,500 + $27,420
$43,920
2021
$5,489 (+0.6%)
$16,500 + $27,420
$43,920
2020
$5,455 (−3.0%)
$16,500 + $27,420
$43,920
2019
$5,621 (+1.2%)
$16,500 + $26,900
$43,400
2018
$5,556
$16,500 + $26,900
$43,400
2017
$5,556 (+2.4%)
$16,500 + $26,900
$43,400
2016
$5,427 (+25.0%)
$16,500 + $26,900
$43,400
2014
$4,343
$16,500 + $27,500
$44,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
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
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,928
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,928
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
022-1438-5
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.
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
May 4, 2015 • Final
Residential
Install a residential solar photovoltaic system with a battery backup. The project includes fifteen modules, one inverter, and the installation of collar ties on every other rafter to support the new load.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Dec 22, 2014 • Final
Residential
Construct an addition to the residence consisting of a master bedroom and a covered outdoor area.
Addition
Electrical
Plumbing
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.
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
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.
9.3 hrs
5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 5926 Menlo Dr
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