This spacious 1/2 acre lot in the desirable Southdowns area offers the perfect opportunity to build your dream home. With no existing structures, you have endless possibilities for designing a custom residence. The property is fenced for privacy and features several mature live oak trees, providing shade and natural beauty. At over 235 feet in depth, there's plenty of room for a large home set back from the road, creating a peaceful, tree-covered front yard. Located close to LSU in south Baton Rouge, with easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment, this lot offers both privacy and convenience. Don't miss the chance to create your ideal living space in the heart of Baton Rouge!
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1257 Lee Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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0.56Acres
Unimproved Land, Land
Built in ----
0.56 Acres Lot
$250,200 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,923 Estimated rent
Home value
$250,200
$215,000 - $290,000
$1,923/mo
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Mature live oak treesPeaceful tree-covered front yardFenced for privacy
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Listed by:
Jacqueline Colvin,
Compass - Perkins
Bought with:
Hilary Buras Scheffy, 0995691153
Burns & Co., Inc.
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2025003022
Facts & features
Property
Lot
- Size: 0.56 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 245
- Features: Suburban
Details
- Parcel number: 00725331
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
- Subdivision: Southdowns
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Financing Available,Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | -- |
Source:  ROAM MLS #2025003022 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Pending sale | $225,000 |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025003022 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2025 | Price change | $225,000-10% |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025003022 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $250,000-5.7% |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025003022 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2025 | Listing removed | $265,000 |
Source: ROAM MLS #2024018811 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $265,000 |
Source: ROAM MLS #2024018811 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2021 | Sold | -- |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $778 +4.7% | $6,350 |
| 2024 | $744 -1.7% | $6,350 |
| 2023 | $757 -0.2% | $6,350 |
| 2022 | $758 +2.4% | $6,350 |
| 2021 | $741 +0.2% | $6,350 |
| 2020 | $739 -3.9% | $6,350 |
| 2019 | $769 +1.3% | $6,350 |
| 2018 | $760 | $6,350 |
| 2017 | $760 | $6,350 |
| 2016 | $760 +2.5% | $6,350 +1.6% |
| 2015 | $741 +0.3% | $6,250 -1.6% |
| 2014 | $738 | $6,350 -49.2% |
| 2013 | $738 -49.2% | $12,500 |
| 2012 | $1,454 +29.5% | $12,500 +19% |
| 2011 | $1,123 +0% | $10,500 |
| 2010 | $1,123 +166.4% | $10,500 |
| 2009 | $421 -0.5% | $10,500 |
| 2008 | $423 +13% | $10,500 +5% |
| 2007 | $375 +0.7% | $10,000 |
| 2006 | $372 +0.8% | $10,000 |
| 2005 | $369 -67.2% | $10,000 -42.9% |
| 2004 | $1,125 +604.9% | $17,500 +118.8% |
| 2003 | $160 0% | $8,000 |
| 2002 | $160 | $8,000 |
| 2001 | $160 +43.1% | $8,000 |
| 2000 | $112 | $8,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Southside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAUniversity Terrace Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 6/10Glasgow Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Mckinley Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: East Baton Rouge
Source: ROAM MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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