One-of-a-kind estate near LSU. This is the 2-acre estate of A Hays Town. Designed and built by the legendary architect himself. Steele Burden was a close friend of Mr. Town, and Steele and Hays planted all of the live oak trees on the property. Mr. Hyman, from Lafayette, and Mr. Town cultivated and planted all the crepe myrtles that form the allees in the back of the property. Every design feature was throughout and implemented by Mr. Town. Brick walls were added, real flagstone patio revised and expanded, brick arches added to the walled courtyard. The open-air Garden Room faces the huge flagstone patio, the primary bedroom has a bay window that faces the brick paved garden with fountain, the Office (Guest House 1) views a walled brick courtyard with raised beds and iron gate. A unique and much photographed property, this home and elements of the home and yard have been featured in magazines such as Southern Living and Veranda, architectural and design magazines and articles around the country. The property consists of a 3 bed, 3 bath home with front and back porches and verandas, Garden Room that faces the flagstone patio and brick courtyard with fountain, Office (Guest House 1), a workshop, Honeymoon Cottage (Guest House 2), a pigeonnier, gazebo, brick walls and courtyards, and 2 acres of land (2 lots). Each building on the property is unique and built at different times in Mr. Town’s life and career. There are influences of French, English, Spanish, and lots of European garden elements. Mr. Town was the leader of using reclaimed materials, and this home is a masterpiece. Beams, bricks, mantels from the salvage yards, cypress paneling, antique brass hardware, reclaimed doors from a French armoire made into a closet door. Imported flagstone, reclaimed soft reds and hard tan bricks abound. Slate roofs, reclaimed hardwood floors, hand made and designed copper and iron light fixtures. This historic and architectural property is legendary.
For sale
$3,250,000
1544 Stanford Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
3beds
4,596sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$707/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 109 days
- 926
- 35
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Leslie Gladney,
Burns & Co., Inc. 225-752-3100
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026013049
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 17
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bonus room
- Level: First
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 16
Breakfast
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 16
Den
- Level: First
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 21
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Family room
- Level: First
Game room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 900 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 30
Great room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Laundry
- Level: First
Library
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 416 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26 x 16
Mud room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 460 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 20
Other
- Level: First
Pantry
- Level: First
Patio
- Level: First
- Area: 1600 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 32
Porch
- Level: First
- Area: 768 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 64
Other
- Level: First
Sitting room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Level: First
Utility room
- Level: First
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 14
Workshop
- Level: First
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 23
Heating
- Central, Electric, Zoned, Multiple Units
Cooling
- Central Air, Multi Units, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Disposal, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Gas Stove Connection, Freezer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Other, Washer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Varied Ceiling Heights, Crown Molding, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Dressing Area, Shower/Tub Combo, En Suite
- Flooring: Wood, Brick
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Wood Burning, Gas Log, Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 11,594
- Total interior livable area: 4,596 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Covered
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Lighting, Entry Flat or Ramped Access
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full,Privacy,Wood,Wrought Iron,Brick
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Waterfront features: Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 2 Acres
- Dimensions: 408 x 220 x 366 x 216
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Split Possible, Shade Tree(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Gazebo, Shed(s), Workshop, Storage
- Parcel number: 881163
- Zoning: Res Single Family Zone
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Creole
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal,Slate,Hip
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Details
- Builder name: A. Hays Town
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Landscaping Native
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Acres
- Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security System
- Subdivision: Etta B Jolly
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $707/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $232,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,065
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,250,000$707/sqft |
Source:  ROAM MLS #2026013049 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,065 +6.8% | $23,250 |
| 2024 | $1,934 -1.9% | $23,250 |
| 2023 | $1,971 -0.2% | $23,250 |
| 2022 | $1,975 +2.2% | $23,250 |
| 2021 | $1,932 +0.2% | $23,250 |
| 2020 | $1,929 -31.5% | $23,250 |
| 2019 | $2,816 +1.3% | $23,250 |
| 2018 | $2,781 +40.4% | $23,250 |
| 2017 | $1,981 | $23,250 |
| 2016 | $1,981 +2.4% | $23,250 +27.4% |
| 2015 | $1,934 +43.4% | $18,250 |
| 2014 | $1,349 | $18,250 |
| 2013 | $1,349 -36.5% | $18,250 |
| 2012 | $2,122 +8.8% | $18,250 |
| 2011 | $1,951 +0% | $18,250 |
| 2010 | $1,951 +56.1% | $18,250 |
| 2009 | $1,250 -0.5% | $18,250 |
| 2008 | $1,257 +51.2% | $18,250 +27.2% |
| 2005 | $831 +3.4% | $14,350 |
| 2004 | $804 +8.4% | $14,350 +5.5% |
| 2003 | $742 0% | $13,600 |
| 2002 | $742 0% | $13,600 |
| 2001 | $742 +12.4% | $13,600 |
| 2000 | $661 | $13,600 |
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