Welcome to 6035 Government Street—your charming Mid-City cottage in the heart of Baton Rouge. Located just minutes from all the amazing parks, restaurants, and shopping, this delightful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is perfect for buyers looking for style, convenience, and a vibrant neighborhood. Step inside to find a spacious living room featuring a chandelier and built-in shelving. The stunning refinished wood floors add warmth and character, setting a welcoming tone from the moment you enter. A wall of windows floods the dining area and kitchen with natural light, making it the ideal space to start your mornings or host friends for dinner. The kitchen is both functional and stylish, featuring tiled countertops and backsplash, a dishwasher, and a 5-burner gas stove that’s perfect for any home chef. The kitchen opens up to a versatile den—use this space as an office, playroom, or cozy family room. Relax in your private master suite with its own bath, while two additional guest rooms and a full bath provide plenty of space for guests. The spacious, shaded backyard is ready for entertaining with an oak tree, covered patio, wooden privacy fence and gate, and garage parking. Enjoy walking to popular local restaurants, parks, and Our Lady of Mercy Church. Don’t miss your chance to call this bright and inviting home yours—schedule your showing today!
Old Goodwood, located between Airline Highway and Jefferson Highway, is a historic and residential Baton Rouge neighborhood with a canopy of live oaks and mid-century ranch streetscapes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Goodwood Boulevard and Jefferson Highway corridor, where local eateries, small studios, and everyday services keep the pace steady. The Goodwood Library anchors the area with a civic, bookish calm. The Goodwood Grill and the Baton Rouge Gallery add familiar, local touchstones for dining and art. Brick homes, deep setbacks, and shaded sidewalks shape a quiet, walkable feel. Nearby parks and the Goodwood Boulevard greenway lend room for a morning loop or an after-work reset.
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Market insights
6035 Government St · $294,999
DAYS ON MARKET
111 days
The average home goes pending in 55 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.1%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$294,999
Median sale price in this area is $287,902. (2% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Wood flooring
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Flooring
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Quarter-acre lot (about 0.25 acre)
Lot dimensions approximately 160 x 216
Mature landscaping likely in established subdivision (Ardenwood)
Yard space
Home design
Detached single-family residence
Residential property
Parking
Garage (garage faces rear)
Construction
Frame and brick construction
Pillar/post/pier foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to 6035 Government Street--your charming Mid-City cottage in the heart of Baton Rouge. Located just minutes from all the amazing parks, restaurants, and shopping, this delightful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is perfect for buyers looking for style, convenience, and a vibrant neighborhood. Step inside to find a spacious living room featuring a chandelier and built-in shelving. The stunning refinished wood floors add warmth and character, setting a welcoming tone from the moment you enter. A wall of windows floods the dining area and kitchen with natural light, making it the ideal space to start your mornings or host friends for dinner. The kitchen is both functional and stylish, featuring tiled countertops and backsplash, a dishwasher, and a 5-burner gas stove that's perfect for any home chef. The kitchen opens up to a versatile den--use this space as an office, playroom, or cozy family room. Relax in your private master suite with its own bath, while two additional guest rooms and a full bath provide plenty of space for guests. The spacious, shaded backyard is ready for entertaining with an oak tree, covered patio, wooden privacy fence and gate, and garage parking. Enjoy walking to popular local restaurants, parks, and Our Lady of Mercy Church. Don't miss your chance to call this bright and inviting home yours--schedule your showing today!
Public Records
Dec 11, 2018
Sold
$219,000
$145/sq ft
GBRMLS #2018012184
Dec 10, 2018
Sold
*
Nov 12, 2018
Pending
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Nov 8, 2018
Price Changed
$225,000
$149/sq ft
Oct 23, 2018
Price Changed
$250,000
$166/sq ft
Oct 17, 2018
Price Changed
$265,000
$176/sq ft
Sep 16, 2018
Relisted
—
Aug 17, 2018
Delisted
—
Jul 17, 2018
Listed
$275,000
$182/sq ft
+10
Mid-city cottage style house in a great location! Walk to popular local restaurants, parks and Our Lady of Mercy Church then come home to this bright and charming 3bed/2bath home. Recently updated with fresh paint inside and out and the beautiful wood floors have been newly refinished. The living room features built in storage, wood floors and vintage chandelier. The wall of windows bathes the dining area and kitchen with lots of natural light. Enjoy cooking on the 5 burner gas stove! The kitchen also includes tiled counter tops and backsplash, dishwasher and opens up to the den. This is a great flex space that could be a playroom, office or family room. Master suite with it's own bath plus two additional guest rooms and a full bath. The backyard is the perfect spot for a party! Beautiful shade trees, wood privacy fence and gate, covered and open patio space and plenty of parking. Contact us today to schedule your showing!
AcadianaMLS #BR2018012184
Jul 17, 2018
Listed
$225,000
$149/sq ft
Public Records
May 5, 2008
Sold
$195,000
$129/sq ft
GBRMLS #2008187304
Apr 9, 2008
Listed
$195,000
$129/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2008187304
Apr 9, 2008
Listed
$195,000
$129/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 2004
Sold
$140,000
$93/sq ft
GBRMLS #200480458
Oct 12, 2004
Listed
$146,900
$97/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR200480458
Oct 12, 2004
Listed
$146,900
$97/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 3, 2000
Sold
—
GBRMLS #199818967
Apr 3, 2000
Sold
*
Feb 21, 2000
Listed
$89,900
$60/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR199818967
Feb 21, 2000
Listed
$89,900
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,268 (+4.5%)
$1,848 + $23,789
$25,637
2024
$3,128 (+9.7%)
$1,848 + $23,789
$25,637
2023
$2,852 (−0.2%)
$1,650 + $21,240
$22,890
2022
$2,858 (+7.0%)
$1,650 + $21,240
$22,890
2021
$2,670 (+0.7%)
$1,650 + $21,240
$22,890
2020
$2,653 (+5.3%)
$1,650 + $21,240
$22,890
2019
$2,520 (+5.1%)
$1,500 + $19,310
$20,810
2018
$2,398
$1,500 + $18,550
$20,050
2017
$2,398 (+2.6%)
$1,500 + $18,550
$20,050
2016
$2,338 (+3.1%)
$1,500 + $18,550
$20,050
2014
$2,267
$1,500 + $18,000
$19,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
160 ft.
Lot depth
216 ft.
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,440
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
005-2145-0
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
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
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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, 19 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 • 70806
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 6035 Government St
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently listed between $219,900 and $468,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $220K to $468K.