540 Drehr Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Garden District NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,287/month
Total Views
12,667
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,452
Sq Ft
$157
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- New Orleans Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Double Vanity
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Walk-In Closet
About This Home
THIS GARDEN DISTRICT GEM IS A MUST SEE! This stunning historic home has been lovingly restored as a warm & welcoming home for today's modern family! Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the 2nd floor were just sanded & refinished & new vinyl plank flooring just installed on 1st floor. Upstairs offers a large galley-style kitchen w/ plenty of countertop & cabinet space. A Viking Professional gas range w/ a 4 burner & griddle cooktop & commercial hood, a stainless steel dishwasher & refrigerator & built-in microwave, as well as a butler's pantry w/ floor to ceiling cabinets are a dream come true for those who love to cook & entertain! The kitchen & the cozy breakfast room/sunroom are flooded with natural light! A wood-burning fireplace highlights the inviting formal living room, which flows into a large formal dining room with a lovely antique light fixture, offering fantastic entertaining spaces! Also upstairs are a primary suite w/ a large walk-in cedar-lined closet, custom vanity & custom walk-in shower. There are 2 other bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms upstairs. Downstairs offers a large home office, with plenty of room for 2 desks if more than 1 person works from home! Workout from home in the fitness/yoga room downstairs, just off the home office! This room would also make a great play room for children! Best of all is a 750 sq. ft. glorious art studio space, drenched in light, with a soaring cathedral ceiling. This amazing space could also function as a large family room/media room. The 1st floor also includes a 1 BDRM apt. which could be rented or offered as the perfect mother-in-law suite! The art studio area has new insulation & a new roof! This property also has a security system, new French drains & a sump pump. HVAC units recently replaced. Schedule your showing to view this beautiful & unique home TODAY! Magister commercial espresso machine in the butler's pantry is negotiable. Washer, dryer, 2 refrigerators & freezer to remain. MOTIVATED SELLERS!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,739
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 44 x 120
Home Design
- New Orleans Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,452 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Double Vanity
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 4 Car Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Multiple Heating Units
Community Details
- Drehr Place Subdivision
Map
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,739 | $49,000 | $5,000 | $44,000 |
| 2023 | $5,739 | $43,000 | $5,000 | $38,000 |
| 2022 | $5,134 | $43,000 | $5,000 | $38,000 |
| 2021 | $5,017 | $43,000 | $5,000 | $38,000 |
| 2020 | $4,984 | $43,000 | $5,000 | $38,000 |
| 2019 | $4,602 | $38,000 | $5,000 | $33,000 |
| 2018 | $4,545 | $38,000 | $5,000 | $33,000 |
| 2017 | $4,545 | $38,000 | $5,000 | $33,000 |
| 2016 | $3,655 | $38,000 | $5,000 | $33,000 |
| 2015 | $3,250 | $34,500 | $5,000 | $29,500 |
| 2014 | $3,238 | $34,500 | $5,000 | $29,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $34,500 | $5,000 | $29,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Price Changed | $699,000 | -6.7% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Price Changed | $749,000 | -1.3% | $168 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | For Sale | $759,000 | -- | $170 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $345,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $320,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,000,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $296,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $276,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $31,500 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $235,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 2025008992
APN: 00144134
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