University Acres and right across the street from Leeward Park. If you've never been to this gem of a neighborhood, you are missing out. Tree lined streets, small hills, lots of neighborhood activities like coffees, walk/runs, Halloween party and more Just off Highland Road and close to Lee. Not far from LSU, downtown, or the Essen Lane hospital corridor. This single story four bedroom home sits on a large lot was completely renovated, including kitchen has slab granite, subway tile backsplash, stainless appliances, breakfast bar and farm sink. Separate dining room as well as a separate breakfast nook with built-in banquet. Split floor plan. Master bedroom has his and her closets. Bathrooms are completely renovated.
University Acres is a gem of a neighborhood in the center of town and in walking distance to many places, including LSU Tiger Stadium. The owners say they love this one of a kind neighborhood with the friendly park, little traffic for stroller walking, the annual Halloween party, private police patrol for safety, using their golf cart for easy transportation to the park and to visit friends in the neighborhood as well as being in St. Aloysius school district. This affordable four bedroom home on a large lot has been completely renovated, including recent kitchen updates of slab granite, subway tile backsplash, stainless appliances, breakfast bar and farm sink. Separate dining room as well as a separate breakfast nook or flex space in the kitchen. Split floor plan. Master bedroom and his and her closets. Bathrooms are also completely updated. Multi-head shower in master. Exquisite floor to ceiling mirror in master bath can remain. Large windows letting in lots of natural light. Pretty interior brick wall in den and kitchen area. Loads of charm in each room. Great storage closets in all the bedrooms. Architectural shingle roof in 2013. Neutral colors throughout. The home has wood and brick floors, brick in the kitchen foyer and laundry/mudroom and wood in the den, dining, hall and all four bedrooms . Newer lighting and plumbing fixtures throughout the home. You cannot ask for a better location. Yard is completely fenced. Low maintenance exterior. 8x16 storage building remains. City recently completed reworking of neighborhood sewer pipes. So close to LSU, shopping, restaurants, such as the new Superior Grill on Highland, and grocery stores, with a new Rouse's coming around the corner soon.
Public Records
Jun 6, 2013
Sold
$334,900
$166/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 13, 2009
Sold
$279,500
$139/sq ft
Public Records
May 23, 2000
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,758 (+4.4%)
$7,500 + $36,490
$43,990
2024
$5,517 (−1.6%)
$7,500 + $36,490
$43,990
2023
$5,605 (+18.6%)
$7,500 + $36,490
$43,990
2022
$4,727 (+2.2%)
$7,500 + $29,030
$36,530
2021
$4,627 (+0.6%)
$7,500 + $29,030
$36,530
2020
$4,599 (−4.0%)
$7,500 + $29,030
$36,530
2019
$4,789 (+14.7%)
$7,500 + $29,030
$36,530
2018
$4,175
$7,500 + $24,350
$31,850
2017
$4,175 (+2.3%)
$7,500 + $24,350
$31,850
2016
$4,080 (+39.2%)
$7,500 + $24,350
$31,850
2014
$2,930
$7,500 + $24,350
$31,850
Tax history for 5960 Menlo Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,758 (+4.4%)
$7,500 + $36,490
$43,990
2024
$5,517 (−1.6%)
$7,500 + $36,490
$43,990
2023
$5,605 (+18.6%)
$7,500 + $36,490
$43,990
2022
$4,727 (+2.2%)
$7,500 + $29,030
$36,530
2021
$4,627 (+0.6%)
$7,500 + $29,030
$36,530
2020
$4,599 (−4.0%)
$7,500 + $29,030
$36,530
2019
$4,789 (+14.7%)
$7,500 + $29,030
$36,530
2018
$4,175
$7,500 + $24,350
$31,850
2017
$4,175 (+2.3%)
$7,500 + $24,350
$31,850
2016
$4,080 (+39.2%)
$7,500 + $24,350
$31,850
2014
$2,930
$7,500 + $24,350
$31,850
*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
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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
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
1,968
Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
006-3728-9
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
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 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
Jun 4, 2018 • Final
Residential
Rebuild the electrical service.
Electrical
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
Has Carport: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Dual Closets, Pantry, Crown Molding, Multi-Head Shower, Shower/Tub Combo, En Suite
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Inside
Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Stove Connection
Ceramic Tile, Bamboo
Room Information
Rooms Total: 8
Exterior
Exterior Features
Lighting
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Fencing: Full, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Cottage
Levels: One
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 101 x 222 x 80 x 270
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: Res Single Family Zone
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Lot: E
Utilities
Utilities Information
Has Heating: Yes
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $25
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Has Association: Yes
School Information
High School District: East Baton Rouge Parish
Location Information
Subdivision Name: University Acres
Community Features: Park, Playground, Close to Public Transportation
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,968
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 006-3728-9
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Highland Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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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Estimated sale price
$433,000 – $524,000
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