ADORABLE Mid-City cottage in sought-after Capital Heights. Amazing LOCATION, perfect for a FIRST HOME, INVESTMENT PROPERTY or AIRBNB. Featured in House & Home Magazine, this distinctive Mid City gem is filled with character and thoughtful details. Enjoy a welcoming front porch with bead board ceiling, patterned Mexican tile, oak floors, glass door knobs, and antique doors throughout. Spacious living room with recessed lighting and double ceiling fans opens to a dining area with coffered, fabric-tufted ceiling. Kitchen features custom cypress cabinets, granite counters, and a five-burner gas cooktop. Primary bath includes limestone tile, antique iron vanity, and patina light fixture. Second bedroom with access to the backyard also makes a great office. Fenced yard with brick patio, firepit, and storage building. Recent updates include new roof (May 2024) and new AC (Feb 2024). Double-paned windows, indoor laundry, wired security, and detached garage for extra storage. Walkable to some of the hottest and most fun restaurants, coffee shops, and Goodwood Park, and just minutes to LSU. You don’t wanna miss this one. .. for this price you can’t go wrong!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
5,662 sq ftLot Size
$231Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Remy Curry• Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners
Bought with Sara Hart• Engel & Volkers Baton Rouge
Est. $1,076 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 624 Rapides St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GBRMLS #2025020973
Apr 20, 2026
Sold
*
Mar 23, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 20, 2026
Price Changed
$240,000
$231/sq ft
Oct 22, 2025
Listed
$250,000
$241/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2025020973
Apr 20, 2026
Sold
*
Mar 23, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 20, 2026
Price Changed
$240,000
$231/sq ft
Oct 22, 2025
Listed
$250,000
$241/sq ft
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ADORABLE Mid-City cottage in sought-after Capital Heights. Amazing LOCATION, perfect for a FIRST HOME, INVESTMENT PROPERTY or AIRBNB. Featured in House & Home Magazine, this distinctive Mid City gem is filled with character and thoughtful details. Enjoy a welcoming front porch with bead board ceiling, patterned Mexican tile, oak floors, glass door knobs, and antique doors throughout. Spacious living room with recessed lighting and double ceiling fans opens to a dining area with coffered, fabric-tufted ceiling. Kitchen features custom cypress cabinets, granite counters, and a five-burner gas cooktop. Primary bath includes limestone tile, antique iron vanity, and patina light fixture. Second bedroom with access to the backyard also makes a great office. Fenced yard with brick patio, firepit, and storage building. Recent updates include new roof (May 2024) and new AC (Feb 2024). Double-paned windows, indoor laundry, wired security, and detached garage for extra storage. Walkable to some of the hottest and most fun restaurants, coffee shops, and Goodwood Park, and just minutes to LSU. You don't wanna miss this one...for this price you can't go wrong!
GBRMLS #2025019447
Nov 3, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 22, 2025
Listed
$250,000
$241/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2025019447
Oct 22, 2025
Listed
$250,000
$241/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 11, 2024
Sold
$240,000
$231/sq ft
GBRMLS #2024006434
Jun 11, 2024
Sold
*
May 11, 2024
Pending
—
Apr 13, 2024
Listed
$250,000
$241/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2024006434
Apr 13, 2024
Listed
$250,000
$241/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 7, 2017
Sold
$205,000
$197/sq ft
GBRMLS #2017007958
Jul 6, 2017
Sold
*
May 30, 2017
Pending
—
May 26, 2017
Listed
$210,000
$202/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2017007958
May 26, 2017
Listed
$210,000
$202/sq ft
Public Records
May 25, 2000
Sold
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,895 (+16.4%)
$4,500 + $18,300
$22,800
2024
$2,487 (−2.2%)
$3,500 + $16,875
$20,375
2023
$2,542 (−0.2%)
$3,500 + $17,000
$20,500
2022
$2,548 (+2.3%)
$3,500 + $17,000
$20,500
2021
$2,492 (+0.6%)
$3,500 + $17,000
$20,500
2020
$2,476 (−4.1%)
$3,500 + $17,000
$20,500
2019
$2,583 (+1.2%)
$3,500 + $17,000
$20,500
2018
$2,552 (+35.2%)
$3,500 + $17,000
$20,500
2017
$1,888 (+8.3%)
$3,500 + $11,450
$14,950
2016
$1,743 (+80.8%)
$3,500 + $11,450
$14,950
2014
$964
$3,500 + $11,450
$14,950
2013
$965
$3,500 + $11,450
$14,950
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,797 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
850
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
006-7959-3
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
A2
Single Family Residential Disrtict
The purpose of A2 is to permit low density single family residential development with a maximum of 5.8 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
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Fencing: Fenced, Full, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1351
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Asbestos
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Property Features
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Possible Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size : 5662.8
Lot Size Dimensions: 48 x 120
Lot Size Area: 5,662.8
Lot Size Acres: 0.13
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 Perkins Road, turn right onto Hundred Oaks Avenue & left on Acadian Thrwy. Take a right on Claycut & left onto Rapides. Home will be on the left. If coming from Jefferson Hwy, take a left on Claycut from Jefferson & turn right on Rapides. Home wil
Subdivision Name: Capital Heights
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 850
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,797 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 006-7959-3
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: GBRAR
Around this home
Schools
Lasalle Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
Tara High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
2/10
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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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Historical weather
Baton Rouge, LA • 70806
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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49
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$254,000 – $308,000
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