This charming and unique home in the heart of Baton Rouge offers a spacious layout with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, all nestled on a large, beautifully landscaped, and tree-shaded lot. The interior is bathed in natural light, thanks to large windows that invite sunshine into every room. The kitchen seamlessly connects to the breakfast area or keeping room, complete with built-in cabinets for added storage and functionality. The primary suite is conveniently located downstairs, offering privacy and an attached bath. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms that share a Jack-and-Jill bath, making this a perfect setup for families or guests. The home has been updated with fresh paint and new flooring throughout the downstairs, ensuring it’s move-in ready while also allowing you the opportunity to add your personal touch. The expansive 800+ sqft deck provides ample space for outdoor entertaining or simply relaxing under the shade of mature trees. Additional features include a large, shaded lot, a two-car detached carport, and extra driveway parking, making this home both practical and welcoming. Priced to allow for customization, this property offers great potential in a fantastic location.
For sale
Price cut: $25K (8/12)
$275,000
897 Baird Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
3beds
2,158sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1975
0.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$3/mo HOA
What's special
Extra driveway parkingBuilt-in cabinetsTwo-car detached carportMature treesSpacious layoutBathed in natural lightLarge windows
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 12, 2025 at 09:08am
Listed by:
Melissa Landers,
RE/MAX Professional 225-615-7755
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2025005285

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath
- Level: First
- Area: 191.7
- Width: 13.5
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 304
- Dimensions: 20 x 15.2
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 191.7
- Width: 13.5
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 304
- Length: 20
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 561.6
- Length: 36
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,687
- Total interior livable area: 2,158 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Cars Park, Carport, Detached, Driveway
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Dimensions: 199 x 92 x 215 x 90
Details
- Parcel number: 00668303
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Fiber Cement, Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Entergy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hammatt Property
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $35 annually
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $127/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $144,816
- Annual tax amount: $1,696
- Price range: $275K - $275K
- Date on market: 3/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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