The Southdowns Cottage You've Been Waiting For! Charming, updated, and move-in ready! From the welcoming front porch to the fully fenced backyard, this home combines classic Southdowns character with modern conveniences. The light-filled, open floor plan features large living and dining rooms with wood floors, generous wall space for artwork, and plenty of natural light. The dining room opens to the updated kitchen with breakfast bar, stainless appliances including a gas range, large pantry, and access to the backyard deck with swing. NO carpet! The enclosed sunporch makes an ideal office or Mahjong room. The triple-split bedroom layout offers privacy, especially in the spacious primary suite with fireplace, sitting area, and windows overlooking the deck and backyard. You'll also find an oversized walk-in closet with built-ins, separate dressing and sink area, and bath with oversized tub and separate shower. The two additional bedrooms are generously sized, and Bedroom 2 features a charming window bench framed by built-in bookcases, plus a walk-in closet. Major improvements include a new HVAC system (2024), updated flooring and subflooring (2025), chain wall, and under-home sump pump. Interior upgrades include stylish lighting and added recessed lights. Smart features include a Nest thermostat, Wi-Fi-controlled music, and Ring security with outdoor lights and cameras. A portable generator with dedicated outlet stays! Outside are a fully fenced backyard with sprinkler system, spacious deck, paved off-street parking, and storage room off the garage. Southdowns charm, substantial improvements, and a standout primary suite! Schedule your showing today!
For sale
$465,000
1743 Pickett Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
3beds
2,023sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.26 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$230/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced backyardPaved off-street parkingNest thermostatWi-fi-controlled musicWelcoming front porchStandout primary suiteLarge pantry
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Leslie Gladney,
Burns & Co., Inc. 225-752-3100
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 200JNE
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 132.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.2 x 13
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 181.78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 14.9
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 157.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 12.6
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 130.05 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 15.3
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 61.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.2 x 8.5
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13,5 x 11.9
Garage
- Level: First
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 20
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 166.86 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.3 x 16.2
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 29.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.5 x 6.6
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 247.05 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 18.3
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 82.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.2 x 13.3
Porch
- Level: First
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 11
Other
- Level: First
- Area: 69.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 8.2
Sitting room
- Level: First
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Range, Gas Stove Connection
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, No Interior Steps, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Wide Interior Halls and Doors, Separate Shower, Standalone Tub, Crown Molding, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Custom Built Cabinets, Dressing Area, Jetted Tub, En Suite
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Shutters
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Insert, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,455
- Total interior livable area: 2,023 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Assigned, Concrete, Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street, Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Lighting, Private Yard, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Storage, Rain Gutters
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Full,Privacy,Wood,Security
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 150
- Features: Interior Lot, Landscaped, Level, Rear Yard Vehicle Access, Shade Tree(s), Back Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Workshop, Storage
- Parcel number: 712566
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition,Hip
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Internet Available, Internet Connected, Fiber Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Landscaping Native
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Close to Library, Close to Medical Facility, Close to Shopping Center
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Southdowns
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $230/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $388,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,979
- Date on market: 11/2/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $465,000+3.8%$230/sqft |
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| 4/5/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/5/2022 | Listed for sale | $448,000+9.3%$221/sqft |
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| 12/20/2019 | Sold | -- |
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| 11/30/2019 | Pending sale | $409,900$203/sqft |
Source: Feliciana Realty, LLC #2019014657 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2019 | Price change | $409,900-0.5%$203/sqft |
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| 11/1/2019 | Price change | $412,000-0.7%$204/sqft |
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| 10/17/2019 | Price change | $415,000-0.7%$205/sqft |
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| 10/7/2019 | Price change | $418,000-0.2%$207/sqft |
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| 9/23/2019 | Price change | $419,000-1.4%$207/sqft |
Source: Feliciana Realty, LLC #2019014657 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2019 | Price change | $425,000+2.4%$210/sqft |
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| 7/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $415,000$205/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/1999 | Sold | -- |
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| 5/28/1998 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,979 +5.8% | $38,860 |
| 2024 | $3,763 -1.8% | $38,860 |
| 2023 | $3,830 -0.2% | $38,860 |
| 2022 | $3,839 +2.3% | $38,860 |
| 2021 | $3,753 +0.2% | $38,860 |
| 2020 | $3,746 +64.5% | $38,860 +106.7% |
| 2019 | $2,277 +1.3% | $18,800 |
| 2018 | $2,249 +55.3% | $18,800 |
| 2017 | $1,448 | $18,800 |
| 2016 | $1,448 +2.4% | $18,800 +22.9% |
| 2015 | $1,415 +40.7% | $15,300 |
| 2014 | $1,005 | $15,300 |
| 2013 | $1,005 -43.5% | $15,300 |
| 2012 | $1,779 +29% | $15,300 +18.6% |
| 2011 | $1,379 +0% | $12,900 |
| 2010 | $1,379 +103.4% | $12,900 |
| 2009 | $678 -0.5% | $12,900 |
| 2008 | $682 +11.2% | $12,900 +5.7% |
| 2007 | $613 +0.8% | $12,200 |
| 2006 | $608 +0.9% | $12,200 |
| 2005 | $603 +3.2% | $12,200 +1.7% |
| 2004 | $585 -2% | $12,000 -1.6% |
| 2003 | $597 +0% | $12,200 |
| 2002 | $596 +126.3% | $12,200 +35.6% |
| 2001 | $264 +25.8% | $9,000 |
| 2000 | $210 | $9,000 |
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