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$995,000

Est. $6,329/mo —

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4,608

sq ft

7979 Delaville Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

About this home

Rare opportunity to own 2.5 beautiful acres in the heart of Baton Rouge! Tucked away at the end of Rodney Drive, this private and peaceful property offers a picturesque setting with mature shade trees and views of Walden Lake, all just 5 miles from LSU and 2.5 miles from OLOL Hospital, with shopping and dining nearby. The spacious 4-bedroom home offers 4,608 square feet of living area, plus an additional 1,296 square feet of partially finished, floored attic space with potential for additional bedrooms, a playroom, or storage. Numerous flexible living spaces provide endless possibilities. Update the existing home to create your dream retreat or explore the opportunity to build a custom home on this exceptional property. With ample acreage, there may even be potential for an additional residence for guests or extended family, subject to applicable approvals. Enjoy the rare combination of acreage, privacy, and convenience in one of Baton Rouge's most desirable locations!

Single-familyProperty Type

1994Year Built

2.49 acresLot Size

$216Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Lisa Landers • RE/MAX Professional

Listing updated: Oct 16, 2026 at 04:33pm

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:GBRMLS #2026018821

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$6,329 per month

Principal and interest$5,498

Property taxes

$101

HOA dues

Home insurance

$730

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Magnolia Woods Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

7/10

Glasgow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

6/10

Mckinley Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi

2/10

Provided by GreatSchools

About

Kenliworth

Kenliworth, located between Perkins Road and Highland Road, is a residential and leafy Baton Rouge neighborhood with mid-century ranch homes and winding, oak-lined streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Perkins Road Overpass corridor near Perkins Rd and Acadian Thruway, where patios, small dining rooms, and local storefronts keep the sidewalks active. Architectural lines lean low and horizontal, with deep setbacks and mature landscaping that softens the streetscape. Nearby green space and the lakes at City Park create a calm, outdoors-forward rhythm. Community pillars include The Chimes, The Bulldog, and Baton Rouge Gallery, each adding a distinct local pulse.

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Market insights

7979 Delaville Dr · $995,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 48 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 3% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $279,422. (72% lower than this home)

PRICE DROP

29% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Walk-in closet
Fireplace with wood-burning feature

Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
1 partial bathroom

Laundry & utility
Washer hookup

Flooring
Tile
Wood
Ceramic tile
Pavers

Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 7979 Delaville Dr

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

GBRMLS #2026018821

Oct 16, 2026

Listed

$995,000

$216/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2026018821

Oct 16, 2026

Listed

$995,000

$216/sq ft

+40

Public Records

Jun 30, 1989

Sold

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,214 (+4.7%)

$2,200 + $7,700

$9,900

2024

$1,160 (−1.7%)

$2,200 + $7,700

$9,900

2023

$1,179 (−0.2%)

$2,200 + $7,700

$9,900

2022

$1,182 (+2.3%)

$2,200 + $7,700

$9,900

2021

$1,155 (+0.7%)

$2,200 + $7,700

$9,900

2020

$1,147 (+5.3%)

$2,200 + $7,700

$9,900

2019

$1,090 (+1.3%)

$2,000 + $7,000

$9,000

2018

$1,077

$2,000 + $7,000

$9,000

2017

$1,077 (+2.6%)

$2,000 + $7,000

$9,000

2016

$1,049 (+285.7%)

$2,000 + $7,000

$9,000

2014

$272 (−0.3%)

$2,000 + $7,000

$9,000

2013

$273

$2,000 + $7,000

$9,000

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

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Baths

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Stories

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Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

2.52 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,750

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,750

Year built

1994

Style

Single Family Residential

County

East Baton Rouge Parish

APN

004-8238-2

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.

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

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

6 days above 108° expected this year, 17 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

98/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Baton Rouge. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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7.8 hrs

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Redfin Estimate for 7979 Delaville Dr

$992,409

$2,591 under list price of $995K

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