Welcome Home to this picture perfect, updated charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath (+ amazing screened in porch) home. Great floor plan! Updated kitchen with painted brick, granite countertops, stainless appliances including DCS 5 burner gas cooktop, and lovely backsplash. The living room features beautiful built -ins. Updated light fixtures throughout. Wood floors in the den and bedrooms and ceramic tile in the kitchen, living and dining room, laundry room - no carpet! Lots of outdoor living space, mature trees, a fabulous outdoor deck with lighting and gorgeous landscaping. The screened in porch gives you extra space to enjoy the outdoor oasis. Outside workshop is pre-wired. This location cannot be beat - minutes from Our Lady of Mercy, shops, restaurants, and interstate access.
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$177Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Leigh Adams• RE/MAX Professional
Contact: 225-615-7755
Bought with Kyle Evans• Keller Williams Realty-First Choice
Charming and updated in popular Tara! The 3 BR home has had many updates, painted brick gives it a modern look, roof is 2016. The kitchen boasts slab granite counters, glass tile backsplash, updated cabinets, high end DCS 5 burner gas cooktop, Jenn Air microwave, newer dishwasher. Fresh paint, all doors and hardware replaced, updated lighting and plumbing fixtures, crown molding, built-ins in den. Wood floors in the den, bedrooms; and ceramic tile in the kitchen, living and dining room, laundry room NO CARPET! Lots of outdoor living space, mature trees! NEW workshop is pre-wired, charming deck with long-lasting composite material, spacious screened back porch, plus rear covered porch area, rear carport and additional storage. AWESOME location , central to S. Baton Rouge, near Towne Center, lots of shops, restaurants. Won't last long!
ROAM MLS #2007163955
Sep 18, 2007
Sold
$190,000
$99/sq ft
Jul 19, 2007
Listed
$196,000
$102/sq ft
SPARKLING CLEAN WITH NEW PAINT, CARPET, AND KITCHEN COUNTERS, THIS 3BR IN TARA HAS LIVING ROOM & DEN WITH VIEW OF LARGE BACKPORCH AND FENCED YARD. PLUS A 14 X 20 COVERED PATIO BEYOND THE CARPORT FOR ANY NUMBER OF USES. FRESHLY PAINTED EXTERIOR AND NEW ROOF. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS MOVE IN! CLOSE TO TOWN CENTER, INDEPENDENCE PARK, LIBRARY & WOMAN'S HOSPITAL.
ROAM MLS #200226491
Aug 23, 2002
Sold
$126,500
$66/sq ft
May 29, 2002
Listed
$134,900
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,978 (+5.2%)
$3,000 + $28,350
$31,350
2024
$3,782 (−1.6%)
$3,000 + $28,350
$31,350
2023
$3,845 (+25.7%)
$3,000 + $28,350
$31,350
2022
$3,059 (+2.3%)
$3,000 + $21,700
$24,700
2021
$2,992 (+0.6%)
$3,000 + $21,700
$24,700
2020
$2,973 (−4.1%)
$3,000 + $21,700
$24,700
2019
$3,102 (+30.2%)
$3,000 + $21,700
$24,700
2018
$2,383
$3,000 + $16,000
$19,000
2017
$2,383 (+2.4%)
$3,000 + $16,000
$19,000
2016
$2,326 (+62.1%)
$3,000 + $16,000
$19,000
2014
$1,435
$3,000 + $16,000
$19,000
Tax history for 9020 Cottage Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,978 (+5.2%)
$3,000 + $28,350
$31,350
2024
$3,782 (−1.6%)
$3,000 + $28,350
$31,350
2023
$3,845 (+25.7%)
$3,000 + $28,350
$31,350
2022
$3,059 (+2.3%)
$3,000 + $21,700
$24,700
2021
$2,992 (+0.6%)
$3,000 + $21,700
$24,700
2020
$2,973 (−4.1%)
$3,000 + $21,700
$24,700
2019
$3,102 (+30.2%)
$3,000 + $21,700
$24,700
2018
$2,383
$3,000 + $16,000
$19,000
2017
$2,383 (+2.4%)
$3,000 + $16,000
$19,000
2016
$2,326 (+62.1%)
$3,000 + $16,000
$19,000
2014
$1,435
$3,000 + $16,000
$19,000
*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
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,200
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
005-0902-7
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Feb 22, 2021 • Final
Residential
Repair the service.
Electrical
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
Parking Information
Has Carport: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Features
Double Vanity, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Shower/Tub Combo, En Suite
Laundry Features: Inside
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Room Information
Rooms Total: 8
Exterior
Exterior Features
Lighting
Foundation Details: Slab
Fencing: Full, Privacy
Property Information
Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Ranch
Levels: One
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 85 x 144 x 99 x 140
Lot Features: Landscaped
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Lot: 328
Utilities
Utilities Information
Has Heating: Yes
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central
Location
HOA Information
Has Association: Yes
School Information
High School District: East Baton Rouge Parish
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Tara
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,200
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 005-0902-7
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Lasalle Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
4/10
Tara High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$323,000 – $391,000
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