Located in the heart of Bocage, this beautifully updated home blends timeless Southern architecture with refined finishes. The home offers 5 bedrooms and 4 baths, with travertine and heart of pine floors throughout the main living areas. The inviting living room features soaring tray-vaulted ceilings with reclaimed wood beams, a fireplace, and a wet bar with a leathered quartzite counter, along with three sets of French doors that fill the space with natural light and open to the patio and backyard. A large formal dining room provides an elegant setting for gatherings and entertaining. The kitchen is designed for gathering, featuring granite countertops, a stone backsplash, and an oversized island with seating, flowing seamlessly into the keeping and dining areas. The primary suite offers a spacious retreat, while the primary bath features dual vanities on opposite sides, a large walk-in shower, abundant storage, and a dedicated dressing area. Three additional bedrooms and two baths are located down a separate hallway on the first floor, thoughtfully split from the primary suite for added privacy. A suite above the garage is connected to the home’s interior and provides exceptional flexibility with its own living area and full bath, making it ideal as a guest suite, second primary suite, or private living space. Additional features include a whole-house generator and a charming patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. A rare opportunity to own a distinctive home in one of Baton Rouge’s most desirable neighborhoods.
For sale
$1,495,000
3161 Svendson Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
5beds
4,274sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1962
0.4 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$350/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large walk-in showerDedicated dressing areaStone backsplashGranite countertopsAbundant storageOversized island with seatingRefined finishes
- 27 days |
- 1,810 |
- 59 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 05, 2026 at 02:06pm
Listed by:
Gloria Carter,
Amelia Fine Homes LLC 225-778-7043,
Matt Chaney,
Amelia Fine Homes LLC
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026003927
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 314.94
- Width: 18.1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 146.72
- Width: 13.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 144.3
- Width: 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 197.6
- Dimensions: 13 x 15.2
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 346.32
- Width: 22.2
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 243.27
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 243.27
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 384.12
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Multi Units, Central Air
Features
- Light Fixtures, See Remarks
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,042
- Total interior livable area: 4,274 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Cars Park, Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 175
Details
- Parcel number: 00901369
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick Siding, Brick, Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Delta Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Jefferson Place
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $350/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $885,000
- Annual tax amount: $10,077
- Price range: $1.5M - $1.5M
- Date on market: 3/5/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+75.9%$350/sqft |
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| 9/14/2015 | Sold | -- |
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| 10/2/2012 | Sold | -- |
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| 5/4/2012 | Listing removed | $850,000$199/sqft |
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| 4/25/2012 | Price change | $850,000+6.4%$199/sqft |
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| 4/9/2012 | Price change | $799,000-6%$187/sqft |
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| 6/28/2011 | Pending sale | $850,000$199/sqft |
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| 4/22/2011 | Listed for sale | $850,000$199/sqft |
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| 3/28/2008 | Sold | -- |
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| 10/16/2003 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,077 +8.5% | $88,500 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $9,291 -0.2% | $80,500 |
| 2022 | $9,311 +2.2% | $80,500 |
| 2021 | $9,111 +0.2% | $80,500 |
| 2020 | $9,095 -2% | $80,500 +11% |
| 2019 | $9,281 +1.2% | $72,500 |
| 2018 | $9,172 +9.6% | $72,500 |
| 2017 | $8,372 | $72,500 |
| 2016 | $8,372 +2.4% | $72,500 +18.5% |
| 2015 | $8,179 +19.5% | $61,200 |
| 2014 | $6,844 | $61,200 |
| 2013 | $6,844 -3.1% | $61,200 +8.4% |
| 2012 | $7,065 +20% | $56,450 +2.5% |
| 2011 | $5,886 +14.4% | $55,050 +14.4% |
| 2010 | $5,143 +30.2% | $48,100 +10.6% |
| 2009 | $3,950 -0.6% | $43,500 |
| 2008 | $3,973 +214.7% | $43,500 +133.9% |
| 2003 | $1,262 0% | $18,600 |
| 2002 | $1,262 0% | $18,600 |
| 2001 | $1,262 +9.7% | $18,600 |
| 2000 | $1,151 | $18,600 |
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Est. payment
$8,669/mo
Principal & interest
$7710
Property taxes
$959
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Bocage
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Lasalle Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Westdale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10Tara High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: East Baton Rouge
Source: ROAM MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 3161 Svendson Dr





