Google street view image for 701 Nelson Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Off market nov 2019 for $240K

$524,229

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,750/mo

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3,440

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701 Nelson Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

About this home

701 Nelson Dr is a 3,440 square foot house on a 0.76 acre lot. - it last sold on November 26, 2019 for $240,000. Based on Redfin's Baton Rouge data, we estimate the home's value is $524,229.

Single-familyProperty Type

1995Year Built

0.76 acresLot Size

$152Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Source:Public Records

Redfin Estimate

$524,229

$284K since sold in November 2019$3,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 59.2% higher than the average sale price ($329K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 21, 2026
$325,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,997 sq ft
610 Seyburn Ct, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$385,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,961 sq ft
1031 Seyburn Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$281,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,566 sq ft
810 Rothmer Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$347,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,042 sq ft
824 Nelson Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$259,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,391 sq ft
725 Rothmer Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$379,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,653 sq ft
576 College Hill Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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$327,054

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$1,561/mo

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Market trends in 70808, LA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

96.6%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$395K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

32d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

125

20 MoM

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$1,095,000
4 beds4.5 baths2,988 sq ft
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1 bed1 bath886 sq ft
1517 Stanford Ave #1517, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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2 beds2 baths1,124 sq ft
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OPEN SUN, 2PM TO 4PM
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Sale history for 701 Nelson Dr

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Nov 26, 2019

Sold

$240,000

$70/sq ft

GBRMLS #200343080

Jun 2, 2003

Sold

Mar 13, 2003

Listed

$330,000

$96/sq ft

Home of Architect W. J. "Red" Evens; One and a half lots in prestigious University Acres; Solid Construction; Walls of windows with sweeping views from every room; Open floor plan; Large kitchen overlooking den with fireplace and balcony; Seamless terrazzo floor throughout kitchen and den; marble floor in foyer; Hand finished paneling and woodwork throughout; full height walk up attic; generous utility room with sink and closet; So much living space and storage space! Architectural plans on site and available to buyer. To be sold as is at time of purchase agreement, no repairs will be made.

AcadianaMLS #BR200343080

Mar 13, 2003

Listed

$330,000

$96/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,721 (+4.7%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2024

$3,555 (−1.7%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2023

$3,616 (−0.2%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2022

$3,624 (+2.3%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2021

$3,541 (+0.7%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2020

$3,518 (−4.3%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2019

$3,676 (+1.3%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2018

$3,630

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2017

$3,630 (+2.5%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2016

$3,540 (+28.5%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2014

$2,755

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2013

$2,756

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

Tax history for 701 Nelson Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,721 (+4.7%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2024

$3,555 (−1.7%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2023

$3,616 (−0.2%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2022

$3,624 (+2.3%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2021

$3,541 (+0.7%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2020

$3,518 (−4.3%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2019

$3,676 (+1.3%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2018

$3,630

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2017

$3,630 (+2.5%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2016

$3,540 (+28.5%)

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2014

$2,755

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

2013

$2,756

$7,500 + $22,850

$30,350

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Zoning and permits

Zoning
Permits

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

Exterior

Exterior Information
Building Type: Residential

Property Information
Subdivision Name: UNIVERSITY ACRES
Living Sq. Ft: 3,440
Legal Description: WARD: 1-3, SUBDIVISION: UNIVERSITY ACRES, LOT: 12, BLOCK: M.

Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 33,196
Legal Lot Number: 12
Legal Block Number: M
Municipality Type: X14
Municipality Name: EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH
Acres: 0.7621
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE

Financial

Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 3,440
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.76 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 006-0880-7

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Highland Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

6/10

Glasgow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

6/10

Mckinley Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Baton Rouge, LA • 70808

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$499,000 – $603,000

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Home values near 701 Nelson Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
667 Nelson Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4618 Sq. Ft.	$1,229,136
767 Nelson Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2235 Sq. Ft.	$496,092

Address	Redfin Estimate
720 Nelson Drive, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1873 Sq. Ft.	$425,172
770 Nelson Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3825 Sq. Ft.	$905,285

Address	Redfin Estimate
732 Nelson Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2933 Sq. Ft.	$674,210
735 Nelson Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2380 Sq. Ft.	$573,145

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