Charming 3-bedroom main home + a bonus room, + a detached 571 sq/ft apartment (full kitchen, bath, living room & laundry) and a separate 571 sq ft workshop/garage, all tucked behind a white picket fence in the Garden District! *Seller is willing to remove the above-ground pool and sod the yard prior to closing at buyer’s request.* This precious cottage blends original character with thoughtful modern updates & has been completely renovated with a new roof, new windows & cosmetic updates. Original shiplap, antique glass doorknobs, and historic details are woven throughout. The kitchen features antique beams from an 1800s Kentucky home, reclaimed flooring from Hundred Oaks, custom cabinets to the ceiling, stone countertops, farmhouse sink, gas range, subway tile backsplash, island, & a shiplap-wrapped hood vent. The spacious laundry room offers black-and-white hexagon tile. Both bathrooms have been fully renovated. The guest bath includes mini hex tile, an antique vanity, and a subway-tiled shower to the ceiling. The primary suite features an extended sitting area, walk-in closet, wainscoting, clawfoot tub, large tiled shower, and double vanity. Living & dining areas are filled with natural light from a wall of windows. Enjoy the charming front porch with swing and brick pathway. The backyard is fully fenced and includes a 400 sq/ft covered patio with built-in seating, stained beadboard ceiling, and outdoor fireplace, + an elevated deck with awning, brick paver patio with pergola, and no history of flooding. The apartment features wood floors, built-ins, stainless steel appliances, charming 1940s details, excellent storage, and walk-in closets. Previously rented and used by LSU students.
For sale
$529,000
1501 Letitia St, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
3beds
2,180sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic detailsAntique glass doorknobsBonus roomSubway tile backsplashGas rangeStone countertopsFarmhouse sink
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Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: February 11, 2026 at 11:38am
Listed by:
Alissa Jenkins,
Compass - Perkins 225-769-1500
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026001860
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Primary Bathroom, Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath, Ceiling 9ft Plus, Ceiling Fan(s), Master Downstairs, Efficiency
- Level: First
- Area: 238.88
- Width: 12.5
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 157.5
- Width: 12.6
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 132.09
- Width: 11.1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Shower, Clawfoot Tub
- Level: First
- Area: 130.29
- Width: 12.9
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 62.41
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
- Area: 172.92
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 323.41
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Oven, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling 9'+, Primary Closet
- Flooring: Brick, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Outside
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,271
- Total interior livable area: 2,180 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Park, Concrete, Driveway
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Fencing: Partial,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,969.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 141 x 50
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Storage
- Parcel number: 00808679
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Delta Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Zeeland Place
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $243/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,835
- Price range: $529K - $529K
- Date on market: 1/31/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $529,000$243/sqft |
Source:  ROAM MLS #2026001860 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2025 | Listing removed | $529,000$243/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025009664 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Price change | $529,000-2%$243/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025009664 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2025 | Price change | $540,000-1.8%$248/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $550,000-2.7%$252/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,835 -1.9% | $22,400 |
| 2023 | $1,870 -0.2% | $22,400 |
| 2022 | $1,874 +2.2% | $22,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,052/mo
Principal & interest
$2528
Property taxes
$339
Home insurance
$185
Climate risks
Neighborhood: City Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAUniversity Terrace Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Glasgow Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 2/10Mckinley Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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