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$244,900

Est. $1,617/mo —

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1,878

sq ft

6720 Avocado Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70812

About this home

This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bath home offers just under 1,900 square feet of living space with plenty of room enjoy!! Recently renovated, you will step to find a generous living room, dedicated dining area, and a convenient mudroom!! Giving you the flexibility today's lifestyle demands. The kitchen offers a cooktop, wall oven, and plenty of cabinet space. Outside, you'll love the large backyard surrounded by mature trees, offering plenty of space for gatherings, gardening, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. Located in Flood Zone X for added peace of mind.

Single-familyProperty Type

1963Year Built

10,018 sq ftLot Size

$130Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Tracy Sykes • Southern United Properties

Listing updated: Oct 2, 2026 at 03:37pm

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:GBRMLS #2026016396

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$1,617 per month

Principal and interest$1,370

Property taxes

$53

HOA dues

Home insurance

$194

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Glen Oaks Park Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

8/10

Glen Oaks Senior High School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

2/10

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About Glen Oaks-Zion

City

Glen Oaks-Zion City, located between I-12 and Airline Highway, is a residential and commercial Merrydale neighborhood with mid-century ranch streetscapes and pocket green space. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Airline Highway corridor near the I-12 ramps, where auto shops, small groceries, and casual takeout counters set a practical, day-to-day rhythm. Housing reads as brick one-stories and modest infill, with deep setbacks and mature trees. Side streets stay quieter, while the main arterials carry the area’s energy. Nearby parks and recreation facilities shape an outdoors-forward routine. The layout favors errands by car and short hops to larger retail corridors.

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Market insights

6720 Avocado Dr · $244,900

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 55 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 3% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $287,902. (18% higher than this home)

PRICE DROP

22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Carport

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central

Interior Features
Appliances: Oven

Exterior

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2017
Construction Materials: Brick
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 Size : 10018.8
Lot Size Dimensions: 70 x 130
Lot Size Area: 10,018.8
Lot Size Acres: 0.23

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Electricity and solar

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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
Subdivision Name: North Merrydale

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Finished Sq. Ft.: 1,716
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 1,716
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,332 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 013-2564-7

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: GBRAR

Sale and tax history for 6720 Avocado Dr

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

GBRMLS #2026016396

Sep 4, 2026

Delisted

—

Sep 4, 2026

Price Changed

$244,900

$130/sq ft

Sep 4, 2026

Price Changed

$238,900

$127/sq ft

Sep 3, 2026

Listed

$228,900

$122/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2026016396

Sep 28, 2026

Price Changed

$244,900

$130/sq ft

Sep 27, 2026

Price Changed

$238,900

$127/sq ft

Sep 3, 2026

Listed

$228,900

$122/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 28, 2026

Sold

$110,000

$59/sq ft

GBRMLS #2026012158

Jul 27, 2026

Sold

Jul 3, 2026

Pending

—

Jul 2, 2026

Listed

$120,000

$64/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2026012158

Jul 27, 2026

Sold

Jul 3, 2026

Pending

—

Jul 2, 2026

Listed

$120,000

$64/sq ft

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Spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,878 square feet of living space and endless potential once updated! This property features a large living room, separate den, and dedicated dining area, providing plenty of room for entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen is equipped with a cooktop, wall oven and plenty of cabinets. The home sits on a generous lot with a large backyard, mature trees, and storage shed. While the property does need updating, it presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to customize a home to their taste or investors seeking their next project. Located in Flood Zone X for added peace of mind. Don't miss the chance to transform this spacious home into something special. Schedule your showing today!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$636 (−0.4%)

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2024

$639 (−1.0%)

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2023

$645 (−0.2%)

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2022

$646 (+1.5%)

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2021

$636 (−1.0%)

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2020

$643 (−3.2%)

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2019

$664 (+1.0%)

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2018

$657

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2017

$657 (+48.0%)

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2016

$444 (+1,287.5%)

$300 + $2,698

$2,998

2014

$32

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

2013

$32

$300 + $4,150

$4,450

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,332 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,716

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,716

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

East Baton Rouge Parish

APN

013-2564-7

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.

AIRPORT HORIZONTAL ZONE

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.

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Permitted uses

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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

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Baton Rouge, LA • 70812

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in June and 4.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Redfin Estimate for 6720 Avocado Dr

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Nearby homes have recently listed between $149,500 and $239,900.

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larger lot
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smaller lot
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17 years newer
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
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larger lot
1 year older
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$239,900 Last sold price
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5318 Sherwood St, Baton Rouge, LA 70805
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larger lot
18 years older

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