Contemporary home on large corner lot in highly desirable University Acres neighborhood! Great location, minutes form grocery stores, restaurants and the interstate. Nice neighborhood with beautiful mature trees, very safe and quiet place to be outside. This home has a modern feel throughout and would perfect for someone who wants something unique. The master bath was remodeled in 2012 and features a huge walk-in shower, a spa-like jetted infinity tub with chromotherapy and three walk in closets. The home has an open floor plan and huge windows looking out to the pool, perfect for entertaining. The master also overlooks the pool. The home has a very private feel as there is a privacy fence surrounding the lot. The home has a large gas fireplace in the den and a newly updated kitchen. The home includes a large office space with built-ins but with minimal effort a wall could be added to make a third bedroom. This is truly one that could be reconfigured in a million different ways to match the owners style and needs. The space offers lots of natural light but is still private, has a pool and is in a GREAT neighborhood, come take a look if you think this might be the one for you!
Single-familyProperty Type
0.49 acresLot Size
$179Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by • Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners
Contemporary home on large corner lot in highly desirable University Acres neighborhood! Great location, minutes form grocery stores, restaurants and the interstate. Nice neighborhood with beautiful mature trees, very safe and quiet place to be outside. This home has a modern feel throughout and would perfect for someone who wants something unique. The master bath was remodeled in 2012 and features a huge walk-in shower, a spa-like jetted infinity tub with chromotherapy and three walk in closets. The home has an open floor plan and huge windows looking out to the pool, perfect for entertaining. The master also overlooks the pool. The home has a very private feel as there is a privacy fence surrounding the lot. The home has a large gas fireplace in the den and a newly updated kitchen. The home includes a large office space with built-ins but with minimal effort a wall could be added to make a third bedroom. This is truly one that could be reconfigured in a million different ways to match the owners style and needs. The space offers lots of natural light but is still private, has a pool and is in a GREAT neighborhood, come take a look if you think this might be the one for you!
Public Records
May 9, 2013
Sold
$450,000
$130/sq ft
GBRMLS #201302952
May 8, 2013
Sold
*
Feb 19, 2013
Listed
$455,000
$132/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR201302952
Feb 19, 2013
Listed
$455,000
$132/sq ft
GBRMLS #2008186675
Mar 31, 2008
Listed
$275,000
$80/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2008186675
Mar 31, 2008
Listed
$275,000
$80/sq ft
GBRMLS #2007152239
Mar 23, 2007
Listed
$350,000
$101/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2007152239
Mar 23, 2007
Listed
$350,000
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,513 (+4.4%)
$7,500 + $42,650
$50,150
2024
$6,239 (+10.9%)
$7,500 + $42,650
$50,150
2023
$5,624 (−0.2%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2022
$5,637 (+2.2%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2021
$5,516 (+0.6%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2020
$5,482 (−4.0%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2019
$5,712 (+1.2%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2018
$5,646
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2017
$5,646 (+2.4%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2016
$5,515 (+40.1%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2014
$3,936
$7,500 + $33,000
$40,500
Tax history for 605 Nelson Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,513 (+4.4%)
$7,500 + $42,650
$50,150
2024
$6,239 (+10.9%)
$7,500 + $42,650
$50,150
2023
$5,624 (−0.2%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2022
$5,637 (+2.2%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2021
$5,516 (+0.6%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2020
$5,482 (−4.0%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2019
$5,712 (+1.2%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2018
$5,646
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2017
$5,646 (+2.4%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2016
$5,515 (+40.1%)
$7,500 + $36,650
$44,150
2014
$3,936
$7,500 + $33,000
$40,500
*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
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,690
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
009-0123-7
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Partial Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Marble
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Fenced, Full, Privacy
Roof: Tile
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Private
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size Dimensions: 154 x 140
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Connected
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: HIGHLAND ROAD TO NELSON DR, HOME ON THE CORNER OF NELSON AND BOONE
Subdivision Name: University Acres
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,690
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 009-0123-7
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Highland Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
6/10
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
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, 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$589,000 – $713,000
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