LOCATION, LOCATION! This cute-as-a-button 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is perfectly located on Highland Road near all of the shops, LSU activities and city life that you could ever need. With 1350 square feet, there is plenty of room to nestle in and make this place yours. A pet-free and kid-free home also means that it is immaculate inside! The spacious living room boasts beautiful vaulted ceilings, wood laminate floors, wood burning fireplace and lots of natural light. The dining room is large enough to fit a variety of tables, enough to easily entertain plenty of guests. Your kitchen is charming with everything you need to function plus a great view of your landscaped porch and yard. Both bedrooms are equally great in size and split into different wings of the house, allowing for some privacy! And both come with their own attached bathrooms. You'll love the different outdoor spaces you have to decorate and make your own! Lot of spaces to entertain on or sit and read a book. Flood Zone X and Did Not Flood. This home is also conveniently located on the #47 Bus Route for the city. Which runs along Highland and takes you all the way to LSU and downtown. Don't miss out on this charmer! Schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
6,272 sq ftLot Size
$100Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by • Pennant Real Estate
Bought with Andrae Harrison• BHHS United Properties
LOCATION, LOCATION! This cute-as-a-button 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is perfectly located on Highland Road near all of the shops, LSU activities and city life that you could ever need. With 1350 square feet, there is plenty of room to nestle in and make this place yours. A pet-free and kid-free home also means that it is immaculate inside! The spacious living room boasts beautiful vaulted ceilings, wood laminate floors, wood burning fireplace and lots of natural light. The dining room is large enough to fit a variety of tables, enough to easily entertain plenty of guests. Your kitchen is charming with everything you need to function plus a great view of your landscaped porch and yard. Both bedrooms are equally great in size and split into different wings of the house, allowing for some privacy! And both come with their own attached bathrooms. You'll love the different outdoor spaces you have to decorate and make your own! Lot of spaces to entertain on or sit and read a book. Flood Zone X and Did Not Flood. This home is also conveniently located on the #47 Bus Route for the city. Which runs along Highland and takes you all the way to LSU and downtown. Don't miss out on this charmer! Schedule your showing today!
Public Records
Apr 14, 2015
Sold
$139,900
$75/sq ft
GBRMLS #2015002038
Apr 13, 2015
Sold
*
Feb 13, 2015
Listed
$139,900
$75/sq ft
+25
This is a great location on historic Highland Rd. near LSU. 2 bedroom/2 bathroom home has new updates including laminate floors throughout living area. New vinyl siding 2 years old. Porch area great for relaxing and entertaining. NO FLOOD!
AcadianaMLS #BR2015002038
Feb 13, 2015
Listed
$139,900
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 31, 2014
Sold
$125,000
$67/sq ft
GBRMLS #201316277
Jan 24, 2014
Sold
*
Nov 8, 2013
Listed
$134,900
$73/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR201316277
Nov 8, 2013
Listed
$134,900
$73/sq ft
GBRMLS #200471206
May 25, 2004
Listed
$113,900
$61/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #RABR200471206
May 25, 2004
Listed
$113,900
$61/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR200471206
May 25, 2004
Listed
$113,900
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 17, 1998
Sold
—
GBRMLS #200074942
Mar 15, 1998
Listed
$82,500
$44/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR200074942
Mar 15, 1998
Listed
$82,500
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,819 (+4.7%)
$1,500 + $13,339
$14,839
2024
$1,738 (+7.4%)
$1,500 + $13,339
$14,839
2023
$1,619 (−0.2%)
$1,500 + $12,090
$13,590
2022
$1,623 (+2.3%)
$1,500 + $12,090
$13,590
2021
$1,585 (+0.7%)
$1,500 + $12,090
$13,590
2020
$1,575 (−2.2%)
$1,500 + $12,090
$13,590
2019
$1,611 (+1.3%)
$1,500 + $11,800
$13,300
2018
$1,591
$1,500 + $11,800
$13,300
2017
$1,591 (+2.6%)
$1,500 + $11,800
$13,300
2016
$1,551 (+207.1%)
$1,500 + $11,800
$13,300
2014
$505
$1,500 + $9,500
$11,000
Tax history for 8940 Highland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,819 (+4.7%)
$1,500 + $13,339
$14,839
2024
$1,738 (+7.4%)
$1,500 + $13,339
$14,839
2023
$1,619 (−0.2%)
$1,500 + $12,090
$13,590
2022
$1,623 (+2.3%)
$1,500 + $12,090
$13,590
2021
$1,585 (+0.7%)
$1,500 + $12,090
$13,590
2020
$1,575 (−2.2%)
$1,500 + $12,090
$13,590
2019
$1,611 (+1.3%)
$1,500 + $11,800
$13,300
2018
$1,591
$1,500 + $11,800
$13,300
2017
$1,591 (+2.6%)
$1,500 + $11,800
$13,300
2016
$1,551 (+207.1%)
$1,500 + $11,800
$13,300
2014
$505
$1,500 + $9,500
$11,000
*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
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,724 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,349
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
030-0036-2
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
C2
Heavy Commercial District
The purpose of C2 is to permit commercial uses serving the surrounding region.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Automotive repair garage
Automotive sales
Gas station
Convenience store
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Hotel / motel
Office
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Inside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Possible Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 42 x 150
Lot Size Area: 6,272.64
Lot Size Acres: 0.144
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: From I-10, exit Essen Lane heading South. Continue South as it changes into Starring Lane. Take a left onto Highland, turn right onto Heatherwood, turn right into first alley. Look for Pennant Real Estate sign by carport. Home on right side.
Subdivision Name: Highland Creek
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,349
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,724 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 030-0036-2
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Magnolia Woods Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
6/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
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, 21 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.
9.3 hrs
5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$178,000 – $215,000
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