Brownfields
Suburban Neighborhood in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
E Baton Rouge Parish 70714, 70791, 70811
Single-story homes with large lots
Brownfields features an eclectic collection of traditional and contemporary housing, with French country homes and Acadian styles sitting next to split-level and ranch-style homes. Lots range anywhere from a quarter-acre of land to 10 acres or more, giving residents plenty of space and privacy. Homebuyers can find three-bedroom ranch-style homes with attached carports for about $140,000 to $275,000, with the price increasing with the size of the lot. Those looking to further embrace the great outdoors can find four-bedroom custom-built properties with wrap-around porches, in-ground pools and horse barns starting at around $545,000. New construction is scattered throughout the community, with modern three-bedroom bungalows with attached garages and open floorplans starting at around $240,000.
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Acres of protected land and natural habitats
With multiple green spaces scattered throughout the community, Hooper Road Park stands out with a lighted ballfield, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts and a playground for kids to explore. As a conservation area, the park boasts over 200 acres of woods and bluffs and invites residents to explore nature with over 5 miles of winding trails, including a connector that leads to the nearby Comite River Conservation Area. There, a collection of hilly trails runs along the banks of the Comite River and Cypress Bayou, making the preservation site a popular destination for fishing.
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Low student-teacher ratio in East Baton Rouge
Children in the area attend the East Baton Rouge Parish Public Schools district, which earned a C-plus from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. Younger kids in grades K-8 may attend Crestworth Elementary School before moving on to Northeast High School, with both schools earning a C from Niche. Northeast offers a comprehensive dual-enrollment program and students can earn college credit from the nearby Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge Community College or Southern University and A&M College.
Fun at the Baton Rouge Zoo
Brownfields is about 4 miles from The Baton Rouge Zoo, where locals can see tigers, giraffes, alligators and more while attending community events. Popular festivities include the annual Brew at the Zoo, which features local food vendors, craft beer, live music and more.Airport and highway connect to city centers
While Brownfields offers residents more of a rural feel, the community is also close to several forms of transportation. “It’s very convenient to the airport and interstate,” says Braun. The Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is about 5 miles from the community and connects passengers to five major cities: Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, and Houston. For shorter trips, residents are about 5 miles north of I-10, which runs east-west across southern Louisiana and connects to nearby city centers such as New Orleans, which is about 90 miles from Brownfields.Running errands and Cajun dining
Route 67 borders Brownfields to the west, providing residents with quick access to several shops, including Dollar Tree, Walgreens and a Walmart Supercenter selling groceries. Baton Rouge is known for its Cajun and Creole flavors, and Brownfields is no exception. Triplet’s Blue Store Chicken serves up boudin and po-boys, while Adam’s Restaurant is known for its seafood plates.Flooding along the Comite River
FEMA has designated the vast majority of Brownfields as an AE Flood Zone, meaning that homeowners in this area face a 1% annual chance of flooding and a 26% chance over the life of a 30-year mortgage. Homebuyers in these zones may be required to purchase flood insurance, and after disastrous flooding in 2016, the Comite River Diversion Canal Project is working to divert 30,000 cubic square feet of water from the Comite River into the Mississippi River.
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K.T. Phillips
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Toni Hayes
Toni Hayes
Coldwell Banker ONE
(225) 529-0878
52 Total Sales
1 in Brownfields
$150,000 Price
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Bobby Lauricella
Bobby Lauricella
Keller Williams Realty Premier Partners
(504) 553-3573
61 Total Sales
1 in Brownfields
$190,000 Price
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Neil Kahn
Neil Kahn
Keller Williams Realty Premier Partners
(225) 424-1931
154 Total Sales
1 in Brownfields
$150,000 Price
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Miriam del Rio
Miriam del Rio
Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners
(225) 465-0895
237 Total Sales
1 in Brownfields
$260,000 Price
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Bridgette Hardy
Bridgette Hardy
Novak Realty, LLC
(225) 529-0732
96 Total Sales
1 in Brownfields
$75,000 Price
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Ray Williams
Ray Williams
Ray Williams Realty, LLC
(225) 529-0961
79 Total Sales
1 in Brownfields
$210,000 Price
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Blackwater Conservation Area
Maplewood Park
BREC s Plank Road Park
Comite River Park
Hooper Road Park
Blackwater Conservation Area
- Fishing
- Lake
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Brownfields | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Brownfields Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brownfields, Baton Rouge sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Brownfields, Baton Rouge over the last 12 months is $178,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$187,000
Median Sale Price
$178,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$179,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
235
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$116
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,351
Number of Homes for Sale
26
Median Year Built
2017
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,566
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 222 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$903 - $1,073 per month
- The Gardens Senior Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 727+ Sq Ft
- 4949 Hooper Rd
- Baton Rouge, LA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
13,438
Median Age
39
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,389
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,262
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.6%
College Graduates
15.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
62''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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