Discover convenient living in this new home community located between Nicholson Drive and River Road in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This desirable location places homeowners just minutes from LSU, downtown Baton Rouge, the Mississippi River, local dining, shopping, entertainment, and major commuter routes. This community features the Edmon floorplan, a spacious two-story home designed for modern living. The Edmon offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, making it a great option for those looking for extra space, functional design, and everyday comfort. Inside the Edmon, homeowners will enjoy a thoughtfully designed layout with room to live, work, gather, and relax. Each home also includes D. R. Horton’s standard smart home system, featuring a video doorbell, smart light switch near the front door, smart door lock, smart home hub, and smart thermostat for added convenience and connected living. With close proximity to Louisiana State University, downtown Baton Rouge, and scenic routes along River Road, this community offers the perfect blend of location, comfort, and smart home technology. Whether you are looking to be near campus, close to the heart of the city, or connected to Baton Rouge’s growing riverfront area, this community offers a stylish and convenient place to call home. Disclaimer: final options, finishes, colors, etc. are subject to change until home is finished.
Single-familyProperty Type
2026Year Built
4,007 sq ftLot Size
$167Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Melissa Bonnee Duncan• D.R. Horton Realty Of Louisian
Est. $1,855 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 968 W Garfield St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GBRMLS #2026011460
Sep 23, 2026
Sold
*
Aug 28, 2026
Pending
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Aug 6, 2026
Price Changed
$304,900
$167/sq ft
Jun 22, 2026
Listed
$309,900
$170/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2026011460
Sep 23, 2026
Sold
*
Aug 28, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 6, 2026
Price Changed
$304,900
$167/sq ft
Jun 22, 2026
Listed
$309,900
$170/sq ft
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Discover convenient living in this new home community located between Nicholson Drive and River Road in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This desirable location places homeowners just minutes from LSU, downtown Baton Rouge, the Mississippi River, local dining, shopping, entertainment, and major commuter routes. This community features the Edmon floorplan, a spacious two-story home designed for modern living. The Edmon offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, making it a great option for those looking for extra space, functional design, and everyday comfort. Inside the Edmon, homeowners will enjoy a thoughtfully designed layout with room to live, work, gather, and relax. Each home also includes D.R. Horton's standard smart home system, featuring a video doorbell, smart light switch near the front door, smart door lock, smart home hub, and smart thermostat for added convenience and connected living. With close proximity to Louisiana State University, downtown Baton Rouge, and scenic routes along River Road, this community offers the perfect blend of location, comfort, and smart home technology. Whether you are looking to be near campus, close to the heart of the city, or connected to Baton Rouge's growing riverfront area, this community offers a stylish and convenient place to call home. Disclaimer: final options, finishes, colors, etc. are subject to change until home is finished.
GBRMLS #2006138322
Sep 29, 2006
Listed
$49,900
$27/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR2006138322
Sep 29, 2006
Listed
$49,900
$27/sq ft
GBRMLS #200342980
Jan 21, 2003
Listed
$29,500
$16/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #BR200342980
Jan 21, 2003
Listed
$29,500
$16/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Zoning
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Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
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Last updated by owner on Oct 2, 2024.
C1
OLD TOWN REDEVELOPMENT
DESIGN OVERLAY NICHOLSON DRIVE - SOUTH
Light Commercial District
The purpose of C1 is to permit retail commercial uses serving the surrounding community.
Zone overlays
Old Town Redevelopment Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Convenience store
Day care facility
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Office
Research & development
Apr 7, 2026 • Active
Residential
Construct a new residential building.
New construction
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/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Garage
Parking Features: Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Property Condition: Under Construction, New Construction
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Frontage Length: 40
Lot Size : 4007.52
Lot Size Dimensions: 40 x 100
Lot Size Area: 4,007.52
Lot Size Acres: 0.092
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 & I-12: After Exit 155C for Louise St. Follow Louise St, Highland Rd and W Mc Kinley St to Iowa St. Merge onto McCalop St. Turn left onto Louise St, 0.4 mi. Turn left onto Highland Rd, 0.8 mi.Turn right onto W Mc Kinley St., 0.4 mi. Turn left on
Subdivision Name: South Baton Rouge
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Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: —
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 2, 2024
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: GBRAR
Around this home
Schools
University Terrace Elementary School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
Glasgow Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
Mckinley Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Baton Rouge. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$292,000 – $353,000
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