CHARMING 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home in established Tara Subdivision. This, cozy, well maintained ranch style home with a beautifully landscaped yard offers everything you need. Entry foyer with leaded glass door & slate floors. Open living space. Spacious den opens to kitchen with GRANITE bar, pantry & plenty of cabinet space. Adjacent dining room with built in buffet and glass front cabinets with adjoining living room. The perfect layout for entertaining. Spacious master bedroom suite with a beautiful stain glass transom. Updated master bath with granite counter & large walk-in closet. Other features include no carpet, indoor laundry with additional cabinets, half bath, oversized carport with attached utility room/workshop. Large back yard with patio. SOLAR PANELS provide enough electricity to keep the average utility bill around $32/month! This lovely home is move in ready! Neighborhood pool, tennis courts. Conveniently located near shopping & restaurants. Schedule your appointment today before it's too late!
Single-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$176Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Ryn Jones• RE/MAX Professional
Listed by Jim Rutledge• RE/MAX Professional
Bought with Mike Haviland• Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners
CHARMING 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home in established Tara Subdivision. This, cozy, well maintained ranch style home with a beautifully landscaped yard offers everything you need. Entry foyer with leaded glass door & slate floors. Open living space. Spacious den opens to kitchen with GRANITE bar, pantry & plenty of cabinet space. Adjacent dining room with built in buffet and glass front cabinets with adjoining living room. The perfect layout for entertaining. Spacious master bedroom suite with a beautiful stain glass transom. Updated master bath with granite counter & large walk-in closet. Other features include no carpet, indoor laundry with additional cabinets, half bath, oversized carport with attached utility room/workshop. Large back yard with patio. SOLAR PANELS provide enough electricity to keep the average utility bill around $32/month! This lovely home is move in ready! Neighborhood pool, tennis courts. Conveniently located near shopping & restaurants. Schedule your appointment today before it’s too late!
AcadianaMLS #BR2020006977
May 8, 2020
Listed
$275,000
$131/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 12, 1994
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,781 (+5.2%)
$3,000 + $26,744
$29,744
2024
$3,594 (+10.2%)
$3,000 + $26,744
$29,744
2023
$3,262 (−0.2%)
$3,000 + $23,460
$26,460
2022
$3,269 (+2.3%)
$3,000 + $23,460
$26,460
2021
$3,197 (+15.2%)
$3,000 + $23,460
$26,460
2020
$2,776 (−4.1%)
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2019
$2,896 (+1.2%)
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2018
$2,861
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2017
$2,861 (+2.4%)
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2016
$2,793 (+61.8%)
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2014
$1,726
$3,000 + $18,500
$21,500
2013
$1,727
$3,000 + $18,500
$21,500
Tax history for 8856 Cottage Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,781 (+5.2%)
$3,000 + $26,744
$29,744
2024
$3,594 (+10.2%)
$3,000 + $26,744
$29,744
2023
$3,262 (−0.2%)
$3,000 + $23,460
$26,460
2022
$3,269 (+2.3%)
$3,000 + $23,460
$26,460
2021
$3,197 (+15.2%)
$3,000 + $23,460
$26,460
2020
$2,776 (−4.1%)
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2019
$2,896 (+1.2%)
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2018
$2,861
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2017
$2,861 (+2.4%)
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2016
$2,793 (+61.8%)
$3,000 + $20,000
$23,000
2014
$1,726
$3,000 + $18,500
$21,500
2013
$1,727
$3,000 + $18,500
$21,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
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
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,704
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
007-6241-5
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
A1
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
Aug 17, 2020 • Active
Residential
Install a new residential water heater and perform a final inspection.
Plumbing
Water heater
Nov 21, 2014 • Final
Residential
Install a roof-mounted grid-tied solar photovoltaic system.
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Has Carport
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached, Carport Rear
Other Parking: Carport SqFt(626.00)
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://u14135879.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=9HwlnQ5yywpSLcnZQJTOu8wdggQhtqGgOYJSs5uJ5Rn18ZuSl2yZTREiqcbku2noJ3ZZytjpLmKRgQUoovS1ctg6ZoeOB7vY4TBp7si2-2BlwCuV-2FOOm-2Fn4c6vjWfkRYg4sXO9UZlzQ1Y4BMLBb0lfBN6cM-2BODA5vsmv4RsA2q2AHS-2FTT2fgjmAxM85EeeOuAmRo-2FI
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link, Full, Wood
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Brick
Patio And Porch Features: Open
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 35
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Location Information
Directions: From Corporate Blvd, cross over Jefferson Highway. Continue on Old Hammond Hwy. Turn left on Tara Blvd. Take a right on Tallyho Ave, a left on Oakley Drive. Turn right on Cottage and the home will be on your right.
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Pool
Utility Information
Gas: Gas: Entergy
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,704
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 007-6241-5
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Photos Count: 20
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Lasalle Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
Tara High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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, 3 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$351,000 – $425,000
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