Coffee on the Porch, Character in Every Corner Fall in love with the timeless appeal of this adorable cottage! From the gentle sway of the front porch swing to the warmth of the old hardwood floors, this home is brimming with soul. While it honors its roots with a classic clawfoot tub, it surprises you with modern conveniences rarely found in homes of this era—including a dedicated pantry and laundry closet. Featuring a kitchen updated with granite countertops and durable tile, this is a rare opportunity to polish a vintage gem and make it your own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
3,484 sq ftLot Size
$85Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Julie Reynolds• Reve REALTORS
Bought with Kristen Stanley• Dawson Grey Real Estate
Est. $1,045 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 838 America St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GBRMLS #2026006723
May 26, 2026
Sold
*
Apr 17, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$95,000
$85/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2026006723
May 26, 2026
Sold
*
Apr 17, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$95,000
$85/sq ft
Coffee on the Porch, Character in Every Corner Fall in love with the timeless appeal of this adorable cottage! From the gentle sway of the front porch swing to the warmth of the old hardwood floors, this home is brimming with soul. While it honors its roots with a classic clawfoot tub, it surprises you with modern conveniences rarely found in homes of this era--including a dedicated pantry and laundry closet. Featuring a kitchen updated with granite countertops and durable tile, this is a rare opportunity to polish a vintage gem and make it your own.
GBRMLS #2015005677
May 22, 2015
Sold
*
Apr 28, 2015
Listed
$1,400
$1/sq ft
+11
CUTE SHOT GUN HOME IN BEAUREGARD TOWN. NEW INTERIOR PAINT, NEW BACK PORCH, NEW TILE FLOORS IN KITCHEN AND BATH, NEW PAINTED CABINETS, BACKSPLASH, TILE GRANITE COUNTERS, PANTRY, LAUNDRY ROOM, AND COURTYARD IN REAR. CALL TODAY!
Public Records
Dec 17, 1992
Sold
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,132 (+4.3%)
$3,000 + $13,137
$16,137
2024
$2,043 (+15.6%)
$3,000 + $13,137
$16,137
2023
$1,768 (−0.2%)
$3,000 + $10,690
$13,690
2022
$1,772 (+2.5%)
$3,000 + $10,690
$13,690
2021
$1,728 (+0.6%)
$3,000 + $10,690
$13,690
2020
$1,718 (+6.1%)
$3,000 + $10,690
$13,690
2019
$1,619 (+1.2%)
$3,000 + $9,350
$12,350
2018
$1,601
$3,000 + $9,350
$12,350
2017
$1,601 (+2.6%)
$3,000 + $9,350
$12,350
2016
$1,560 (+23.6%)
$3,000 + $9,350
$12,350
2014
$1,262
$3,000 + $7,000
$10,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
978
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
001-2220-3
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
B1
OLD TOWN REDEVELOPMENT
Transition District
The purpose of B1 is to permit office uses on parcels that are located between commercial and residential uses.
Zone overlays
Old Town Redevelopment Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Bank
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Office
Medical office
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings
Appliances: Dishwasher
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Other
Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Fencing: Fenced, Chain Link, Full, Wood
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1112
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size : 3484.8
Lot Size Dimensions: 29' x 54' x 39' x 79'
Lot Size Area: 3,484.8
Lot Size Acres: 0.08
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: NORTH BLVD TO EAST BLVD, TURN RIGHT ON AMERICA ST. PROPERTY ON LEFT.
Subdivision Name: Beauregard Town
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 978
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 001-2220-3
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: GBRAR
Around this home
Schools
The Dufrocq School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
4/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Baton Rouge, LA • 70802
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
63/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.4 hrs
5.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$159,000 – $192,000
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