1420 Stuart Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

$440,000 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
2,503  sqft
Built in 1950

Nestled on the charming corner of Stuart and Whitehaven, this captivating cottage blends timeless character with modern conveniences. A welcoming front porch, featuring new posts and a striking standing seam metal roof, invites you to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. With off-street parking in the front and a driveway in the rear, convenience is at your doorstep. Step inside to a spacious living room bathed in natural light, showcasing beautiful wood floors and a cozy fireplace—perfect for unwinding or entertaining guests. The updated kitchen boasts a gas range, refrigerator, coffee bar, and a picturesque bay window. The thoughtful pass-through design connects to the dining room and a practical utility/mud room, offering both style and functionality is at the back door. The original 2 bedrooms and bath are on a hallway off the living room and split from the primary suite. The primary suite is an exceptional addition, featuring a large bedroom, an ensuite bath, and an expansive walk-in closet for modern living. The sun-filled den, also added by previous owners, is ideal for relaxation or as a family gathering space. New windows throughout the home enhance energy efficiency and security. New HVAC system was installed in 2023. Many plumbing updates have been made also by the current owner. Beyond the fenced side yard, the original garage (12x20) serves as a versatile workshop or storage shed. Although it holds no current value and lacks electricity, the potential is there for creative uses. Located just moments from LSU, Trader Joe’s, restaurants, the LSU lakes, and the vibrant Perkins Road corridor, this move-in ready Southdowns home positions you perfectly for the best of Baton Rouge living. Get ready to enjoy the parades and the unbeatable location!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Attic Storage, Built-in Features, Ceiling 9'+, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances:
Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range/Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater
Laundry:
Laundry Room, Washer Hookup, Inside
Flooring:
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
A/C:
true, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating:
true, Central, Gas Heat
Fireplace:
1 Fireplace, Gas Log, Ventless, Fireplace

Exterior

General:
Landscaped, Lighting, Workshop
Style:
Cottage
Parking:
2 Cars Park, Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Rear, Off Street, Shell Surface, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Shingle, Gabel Roof, Metal
Windows:
Window Treatments
General:
Wood Siding, Frame, 1, Pillar/Post/Pier

Location

HOA Amenities:
Annually
Originating MLS:
Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®
School District:
East Baton Rouge
County:
East Baton Rouge

Lot

Zoning:
Ward: 1-3, Subdivision: Southdowns, Lot: 1, Block: 44.
Fencing:
Chain Link, Partial, Wood

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Connected, Entergy
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

This listing courtesy of:
Burns & Co., Inc.

About Baton Rouge, LA

Housing

Number of Units
172,781
Median Home Value
$224,977
Median Rent
$840

44.98% of housing units are renter occupied.

11.91% are vacant.

Commute

Car
80.83%
Public Transportation
1.34%
Walk to Work
2.42%
Work from Home
14.23%
Other
0.55%

The median travel time to work is 21 minutes.

People

Population
380,807
Median Age
35.90
Median Household Size
2.60

Education

High School
25.59%
Associate’s Degree
5.31%
Bachelor’s Degree
22.65%
Graduate Degree
15.36%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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