Welcome to 781 North St., a beautifully preserved Southern cottage that blends historic charm with modern livability — all just minutes from the Capitol, downtown hotspots, restaurants, and the riverfront! This raised cottage features a grand front porch with classic columns, perfect for morning coffee, evening relaxing, and soaking in the vibrant downtown energy. Inside, you’ll find a bright and inviting layout with spacious rooms, tall ceilings, and timeless character throughout. The fully fenced front yard adds privacy and curb appeal, while the elevated design gives the home an elegant presence on the street. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, investor, or someone who appreciates classic Southern architecture, this home offers LOCATION, STYLE, and OPPORTUNITY all in one as this home can also be categorized as mixed use. Downtown living never looked this good — come experience the charm of 781 North St.!
For sale
Price cut: $50K (3/9)
$379,900
781 North St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
4beds
2,504sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1825
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$152/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully preserved southern cottageFully fenced front yardTimeless character throughoutBright and inviting layoutSpacious roomsTall ceilings
- 106 days |
- 593 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 09, 2026 at 09:48am
Listed by:
Jordan Bell,
Lacy Baaheth, LLC 225-906-9350,
Lacy Baaheth,
Lacy Baaheth, LLC
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2025021794
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath, Ceiling 9ft Plus, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Sitting/Office Area, Dressing Room
- Level: First
- Area: 168.92
- Width: 10.3
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 217.6
- Dimensions: 16 x 13.6
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 160.48
- Width: 13.6
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 236.4
- Dimensions: 12 x 19.7
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 193.52
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 203.94
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 209.16
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,906
- Total interior livable area: 2,504 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 3,920.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 54.8 x 79
Details
- Parcel number: 00042919
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1825
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Entergy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Industry Town
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $152/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $304,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,989
- Price range: $379.9K - $379.9K
- Date on market: 12/3/2025
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16/2026 | Price change | $2,200-18.5%$1/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2026003374 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2026 | Price change | $379,900-11.6%$152/sqft |
Source:  ROAM MLS #2025021794 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,700$1/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2026003374 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $429,900+32.3%$172/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025021794 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2021 | Sold | -- |
Source: ROAM MLS #2020007798 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2021 | Pending sale | $324,900$130/sqft |
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| 11/24/2020 | Price change | $324,900-3%$130/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker ONE #2020007798 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2020 | Price change | $335,000-6.9%$134/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker ONE #2020007798 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2020 | Listed for sale | $359,900-2.5%$144/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker ONE #2020007798 Report a problem | ||
| 12/24/2019 | Listing removed | $369,000$147/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker One #2019006369 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2019 | Price change | $369,000-5.1%$147/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker One #2019006369 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2019 | Price change | $389,000-2%$155/sqft |
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| 4/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $397,000$159/sqft |
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| 10/8/1999 | Sold | -- |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,989 -2% | $30,400 |
| 2023 | $3,052 -22.4% | $30,400 |
| 2022 | $3,934 +80.1% | $30,400 +75.7% |
| 2021 | $2,184 +64.3% | $17,300 |
| 2020 | $1,330 -20.8% | $17,300 +35.2% |
| 2019 | $1,678 +1.2% | $12,800 |
| 2018 | $1,659 +112.3% | $12,800 |
| 2017 | $781 -0.3% | $12,800 |
| 2016 | $784 +2.2% | $12,800 +24.3% |
| 2015 | $766 +69.5% | $10,300 |
| 2014 | $452 | $10,300 |
| 2013 | $452 -65.2% | $10,300 |
| 2012 | $1,301 +13.5% | $10,300 +5.1% |
| 2011 | $1,146 0% | $9,800 |
| 2010 | $1,146 +210% | $9,800 |
| 2009 | $370 -0.4% | $9,800 |
| 2008 | $371 +19.4% | $9,800 +5.9% |
| 2007 | $311 +0.5% | $9,250 |
| 2006 | $309 +1% | $9,250 |
| 2005 | $306 +38.2% | $9,250 +8.8% |
| 2003 | $222 0% | $8,500 |
| 2002 | $222 +0% | $8,500 |
| 2001 | $222 | $8,500 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,063/mo
Principal & interest
$1819
Property taxes
$244
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Capitol Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 2/10Tara High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 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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