658 Nelson Dr Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Highlands/Perkins NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,123/month
Highlights
- 0.99 Acre Lot
- Multiple cooling system units
- Wood Siding
- Cottage
- 2 Car Garage
- Multiple Heating Units
About This Home
Step into the storied elegance of 658 Nelson Drive, a graceful 1939-built residence nestled on nearly 1 acre of verdant lawn and shade in highly sought University Acres. Rich with heritage—complete with original “blue” prints—this home features stunning coffered ceilings, a bespoke downstairs pub, four bedrooms, an office, and three bathrooms. Modern updates are minimal, presenting a rare opportunity to reimagine this property as a dream Southern estate. Outside, the rolling rear lawn sets the stage for a resort-style vision: luxurious pool and pool house, outdoor kitchen, gardens, or even a custom guest cottage. With an unbeatable location and timeless charm, this is a canvas for your vision—where history and future meet.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 0.99 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 167 x 212 x 259 x 158
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Cottage
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,200 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Multiple Heating Units
Community Details
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- University Acres 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,323 | $25,350 | $7,800 | $17,550 |
| 2023 | $2,180 | $25,350 | $7,800 | $17,550 |
| 2022 | $3,027 | $25,350 | $7,800 | $17,550 |
| 2021 | $3,322 | $25,350 | $7,800 | $17,550 |
| 2020 | $3,303 | $25,350 | $7,800 | $17,550 |
| 2019 | $2,769 | $19,850 | $7,800 | $12,050 |
| 2018 | $2,739 | $19,850 | $7,800 | $12,050 |
| 2017 | $2,739 | $19,850 | $7,800 | $12,050 |
| 2016 | $1,902 | $19,850 | $7,800 | $12,050 |
| 2015 | $1,263 | $14,350 | $7,800 | $6,550 |
| 2014 | $895 | $14,350 | $7,800 | $6,550 |
| 2013 | -- | $14,350 | $7,800 | $6,550 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 12/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/11/2025 12/11/25 | Price Changed | $749,900 | -6.3% | $234 / Sq Ft |
| 11/29/2025 11/29/25 | Price Changed | $799,900 | -3.6% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 10/20/2025 10/20/25 | Price Changed | $829,900 | -5.7% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 09/25/2025 09/25/25 | Price Changed | $879,900 | -2.1% | $275 / Sq Ft |
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | $281 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document |
Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 2025014526
APN: 00770051
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