$269,000
SOLD SEP 17, 2025
Last list price

4545 Orchid St Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Highlands/Perkins Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,961 Sq Ft
0.31 Acres

Recently Sold

$137 Per Sq Ft

134 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Cottage
  • Cooling Available
  • Wood Flooring
  • Built-In Features
  • Wood Fence

About This Home

As of September 2025

DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! REDUCED AGAIN & PRICED TO SELL at $137 square foot and offers additional 824 square feet not included in living area! Calling all investors and fearless renovators! Welcome to your next renovation adventure in the heart of Southdowns! This is a true fixer-upper with fabulous potential, sitting on an oversized 77x180 lot with mature tree and undeniable curb appeal. 1,961 sq ft living space,420 sq ft upstairs bed/bath (not included living area due to low ceilings), 404 sq ft separate apartment (not included in living area). Seller occupied over 40 yrs, lived in as 3BR/2BA. Original wood floors, multiple living areas, spacious kitchen/breakfast room, and inviting front porch. Apartment offers rental, guest, or office potential. This home is ready for a new owner to renovate and make it their own. Sold as-is—seller to make no repairs. Price reflects condition! Bring your best reasonable offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jessica Antilley

Compass - Perkins License #0099562554 Listed on: 04/16/2025

Compass - Perkins

Last Buyer's Agent

Natasha Amaya Engle

Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners License #0099563967

Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,467

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 77x180
  • Wood Fence

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,961 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • Southdowns Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,467

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Lot Size: 77x180
  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Range/Oven, Range Hood
  • Subdivision Name: Southdowns
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Estimated
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Reso Interior Features: Built-in Features
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • RoomMasterBathroomLevel: First
  • RoomBedroom1Level: First
  • RoomBedroomLevel: First
  • RoomBathroomLevel: First
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Living Area: 1961
  • Master Bedroom Features: En Suite Bath
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Area: 124.03
  • Room Living Room Area: 275.6
  • Room Kitchen Area: 181.25
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 14.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 237.8
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Combo

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Acres: 0.31
  • Pool Private: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Materials: Other Siding
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • 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: East Baton Rouge

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Chain Link, Wood
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13503.6

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $0 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/17/2025 09/17/25 Sold -- -- --
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2025 08/21/25 Price Changed $269,000 -6.9% $137 / Sq Ft
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Price Changed $289,000 -6.8% $147 / Sq Ft
04/16/2025 04/16/25 For Sale $310,000 -- $158 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $2,467 $27,800 $5,000 $22,800
2023 $2,467 $27,800 $5,000 $22,800
2022 $3,319 $27,800 $5,000 $22,800
2021 $3,243 $27,800 $5,000 $22,800
2020 $3,222 $27,800 $5,000 $22,800
2019 $2,761 $22,800 $5,000 $17,800
2018 $2,727 $22,800 $5,000 $17,800
2017 $2,727 $22,800 $5,000 $17,800
2016 $1,882 $22,800 $5,000 $17,800
2015 $1,476 $19,300 $5,000 $14,300
2014 $1,471 $19,300 $5,000 $14,300
2013 -- $19,300 $5,000 $14,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jessica Antilley

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jessica Antilley

    Latter & Blum

    (225) 278-5051

    45 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    Jessica Antilley
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  • Natasha Amaya Engle

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Natasha Amaya Engle

    Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners

    (225) 202-1170

    29 in this area

    144 Total Sales

    Natasha Amaya Engle
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Map

Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2025006890

Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

APN: 00641502

Louisiana E Baton Rouge Parish Baton Rouge 70808 Highlands/Perkins

4545 Orchid St, Baton Rouge, LA

This home is located at 4545 Orchid St, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 and is currently estimated at $269,000, approximately $137 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 4545 Orchid St is a home located in East Baton Rouge Parish with nearby schools including Westminster Elementary School, Glasgow Middle School, and Tara High School.

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