452 Cornell Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Highlands/Perkins NeighborhoodEstimated payment $6,592/month
Highlights
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Corner Lot
- Wolf Appliances
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to College Town Park
About This Home
A “Crown Jewel” of College Town! Located on a large corner lot beneath a majestic oak tree, this four-bedroom three bath home blends timeless character and charm with modern comfort. This home has exceptional curb appeal with lush mature landscaping achieved overtime by Michael Hopping, landscape architect, is a vision! Guest parking leads to walkways and the welcoming entrance exuding understated elegance and sophistication. Enter the welcoming foyer into the spacious living room anchored by a warm fireplace that flows effortlessly into the dining room. The light filled sunroom/breakfast area is surrounded by windows overlooking the extraordinarily lushly landscaped backyard that creates a serene oasis. The charming, well-appointed kitchen features a freestanding Wolf range perfect for the discerning cook. The main level includes a bedroom and an office privately located and ideal for flexible living. Upstairs the primary bedroom and additional bedrooms offer comfort and privacy. Additional features include a detached 274 square-foot studio apartment and bath, a slate roof, copper, gutters, and a whole house generator. The current owner has lived in this meticulously kept home for 50 years and along with Helaine Moyse, interior decorator, have over time created something truly special. With its combination of location, character, and livability this home delivers a lifestyle of elegance, ease, and history in the heart of College Town at the gates of LSU
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 13,504 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100 x 140
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
HOA Fees
- $6 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,927 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Wolf Appliances
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Outdoor Features
- Open Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Multiple Heating Units
- Whole House Permanent Generator
Community Details
- College Town Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $5,860 | $54,200 | $7,500 | $46,700 |
| 2024 | $5,860 | $54,200 | $7,500 | $46,700 |
| 2023 | $5,559 | $47,700 | $7,500 | $40,200 |
| 2022 | $5,696 | $47,700 | $7,500 | $40,200 |
| 2021 | $5,565 | $47,700 | $7,500 | $40,200 |
| 2020 | $5,529 | $47,700 | $7,500 | $40,200 |
| 2019 | $4,990 | $41,200 | $7,500 | $33,700 |
| 2018 | $4,928 | $41,200 | $7,500 | $33,700 |
| 2017 | $4,928 | $41,200 | $7,500 | $33,700 |
| 2016 | $4,028 | $41,200 | $7,500 | $33,700 |
| 2015 | $3,507 | $36,700 | $7,500 | $29,200 |
| 2014 | $3,494 | $36,700 | $7,500 | $29,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $36,700 | $7,500 | $29,200 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2026 04/01/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/12/2026 03/12/26 | Price Changed | $1,150,000 | -8.0% | $393 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2025 10/17/25 | For Sale | $1,250,000 | 0.0% | $427 / Sq Ft |
| 09/24/2025 09/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | For Sale | $1,250,000 | -- | $427 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 2025016946
APN: 00510963
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