Raina Johnson
DiGiulio Properties, LLC
(225) 529-0736
116 Total Sales
6 in Mid City South
$99K - $387K Price Range
Mid City South
Suburban Neighborhood in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
E Baton Rouge Parish 70806, 70808, 70809
Revitalization is a word you hear a lot when researching potential places to live. It can mean a variety of things since revitalization is a process that can sometimes take years. In the case of Baton Rouge’s Mid City South neighborhood, the term refers to a diverse and lively community split into sections of residences punctuated by commercial sections where new businesses are springing up seemingly overnight. In addition to the shopping at the Towne Center at Cedar Lodge, there are numerous restaurants, bars and grills along with some of the city’s best Creole cuisine. The neighborhood continues to grow with new housing construction and, due to its proximity to downtown, is attracting those wanting a short commute while making their dollars stretch a bit further.
Architecturally speaking, Mid City South is a grab bag of various styles. From cottages and Arts and Crafts bungalows to modern townhouses and condos, dwellings run the gamut of price points as well. A one-bedroom, one-bath condo starts at $75,000 while a traditional Southern Colonial home with four bedrooms and five baths can cost as much as $1 million. Of course, since this is South Louisiana, you’ll find plenty of French Country and Acadian-style homes as well.
Students in the area have their choice of private, parochial and public schools in Mid City South. Lasalle Elementary focuses on science and math while offering before and after care for its students along with an accelerated reading program. Capitol Middle Magnet creates a project-oriented environment where students can earn high school credits for algebra, computer science and foreign languages. The interactive and collaborative system also offers courses in marketing, animation and STEM. Mckinley Senior High specializes in the arts with programs focused on music, dance and visual arts. It’s been serving the community since the early 1900s and today has over a dozen sports teams and 23 AP courses.
One of the major attractions of Mid City South is its green spaces, and one of the largest in Baton Rouge is located here. Independence Community Park spans nearly 100 acres and contains everything from a theatre to botanical gardens. Of course, there’s all the things you’d expect in a park too. A playground, rec center, and outdoor fitness station mingle with soccer and ball fields, a swimming pool and tennis courts. The entire park is surrounded by lines of American flags which blend beautifully with the space’s many gardens and trees.
Mid City South also contains some of Baton Rouge’s most iconic restaurants. Dearman’s began in 1959 as a pharmacy and lunch counter. Over time it evolved into a diner-like establishment where you can still see your meal being prepared just over the counter. Famous for its burgers, the eatery serves up hot plates, salads and shakes too. In fact, the place’s root beer float just might rival the burger for most ordered menu item.
Drusilla Seafood Restaurant has been making authentic Louisiana cuisine for over 40 years. The family-owned establishment specializes in fried, boiled and blackened seafood dishes which can be enjoyed in private dining rooms of various sizes. If you stop in, try the charbroiled oysters or crabmeat au gratin before moving on to seafood platters or pasta.
In a rapidly growing town like Baton Rouge, Mid City South lets residents enjoy a developing cultural hotspot with easy access to major roadways and plentiful housing options.
Written By
K.T. Phillips
Photography Contributed By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Raina Johnson
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Bridgette Hardy
Bridgette Hardy
Novak Realty, LLC
(225) 529-0732
94 Total Sales
5 in Mid City South
$70K - $225K Price Range
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Ray Williams
Ray Williams
Ray Williams Realty, LLC
(225) 529-0961
80 Total Sales
2 in Mid City South
$96K - $199K Price Range
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Kristen Siekmann
Kristen Siekmann
RE/MAX Professional
(504) 608-6570
46 Total Sales
1 in Mid City South
$226,000 Price
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Bobby Lauricella
Bobby Lauricella
Keller Williams Realty Premier Partners
(504) 553-3573
59 Total Sales
2 in Mid City South
$103K - $315K Price Range
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Neil Kahn
Neil Kahn
Keller Williams Realty Premier Partners
(225) 424-1931
143 Total Sales
2 in Mid City South
$226K - $271K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 8th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Drusilla Lane Park
Goodwood Park
Jefferson Highway Park
Edward Avenue Park
Independence Community Park
Old Hammond Highway Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Mid City South | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mid City South, Baton Rouge sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Mid City South, Baton Rouge over the last 12 months is $375,798, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$317,000
Median Single Family Price
$330,000
Median Townhouse Price
$335,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$123,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$75,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$186
Number of Homes for Sale
133
Last 12 months Home Sales
825
Months of Supply
1.90
Median List Price
$339,950
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,695
Median Year Built
2015
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,025
On par with the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,813
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,129
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
677
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
18,626
Median Age
41
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,324
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,674
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.6%
College Graduates
56.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.1%
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®
44
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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