NOT LISTED FOR SALE

17657 Empress Dr Central, LA 70739

Estimated Value: $427,199 - $492,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,219 Sq Ft
$204/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 26, 2025

Current estimated payment $2,477 / mo

231 Days on Market

Highlights

  • New Construction
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bellingrath Hills Elementary School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Double Vanity

About This Home

As of June 2025

Builder will pay up to $5,000 in Closing Costs! Welcome to another stunning creation by AP Dodson Home Builder! This brand new 4-bedroom, 3-bath home is located in the highly desirable Bellingrath Estates within the Central Community. Featuring an open floor plan, this home offers numerous upgrades throughout, providing modern comfort and style. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this beautiful property your own. Call today to schedule your private showing!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nikki Calmes

CHT Group Real Estate, LLC License #995680462 Listed on: 09/30/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Ginger Murray

RE/MAX Properties License #0000001506

RE/MAX Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2024 | New Construction

Lot Details

  • 11,761 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 99x172x52x150

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,219 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating Available
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Built by A. P. Dodson, LLC
  • Bellingrath Estates Subdivision, Beau Savanne Floorplan

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2024 | New Construction

Lot Details

0.27 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Year Built: 2024
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Lot Size: 99x172x52x150
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Oven, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Subdivision Name: Bellingrath Estates
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Estimated
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling 9'+, Crown Molding
  • Builder Model: Beau Savanne
  • New Construction: Yes
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • RoomBedroom1Level: First
  • RoomBedroomLevel: First
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Living Area: 2219
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Features: En Suite Bath, Ceiling 9ft Plus, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 121
  • Room Kitchen Area: 246
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 144
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Acres: 0.27
  • Pool Private: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Builder Name: A. P. Dodson, LLC
  • Construction Materials: Brick Siding, Frame
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: 2 Cars Park, Attached, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Gas: Entergy
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Central Community

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11761.2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2024
Closed on
Jun 26, 2025
Sold by
Ap Dodson Llc
Bought by
Barnett Jerald and Barnett Ashley
Seller's Agent
Nikki Calmes
CHT Group Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ginger Murray
RE/MAX Properties
List Price
$425,000
Views
54
Current Estimated Value
$452,300

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.87%
Original Mortgage
$289,000
Outstanding Balance
$287,503
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$164,797

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2024
Sold by
Bellingrath Estates Inc
Bought by
Ap Dodson Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$378,589
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Barnett Jerald $449,000 None Listed On Document
Barnett Jerald $449,000 None Listed On Document
Ap Dodson Llc $75,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Barnett Jerald $289,000
Closed Barnett Jerald $289,000
Previous Owner Ap Dodson Llc $378,589
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Sold -- -- --
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2025 04/28/25 Price Changed $449,000 -1.7% $202 / Sq Ft
03/04/2025 03/04/25 Price Changed $456,900 0.0% $206 / Sq Ft
12/12/2024 12/12/24 Price Changed $457,000 +7.5% $206 / Sq Ft
09/30/2024 09/30/24 For Sale $425,000 -- $192 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $946 $7,500 $7,500 $0
2024 $946 $2,800 $2,800 $0
2023 $355 $2,800 $2,800 $0
2022 $370 $2,800 $2,800 $0
2021 $370 $2,800 $2,800 $0
2020 $363 $2,800 $2,800 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Nikki Calmes

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Nikki Calmes

    CHT Group Real Estate, LLC

    (225) 773-8127

    16 in this area

    216 Total Sales

    Nikki Calmes
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  • Ginger Murray

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Ginger Murray

    RE/MAX

    (225) 229-0088

    12 in this area

    169 Total Sales

    Ginger Murray
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Map

Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2024018195

Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

APN: 30840298

Louisiana E Baton Rouge Parish Central 70739

17657 Empress Dr, Central, LA

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