Welcome to this charming 3 bed, 2 bath home in the highly sought-after Southdowns neighborhood. A beautiful brick walkway leads to an inviting front porch with cypress beams and ample space, the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee. Step inside to a bright and inviting living room filled with natural light from large windows. Custom built-in shelving and cabinets provide both character and functional storage, creating a warm and welcoming space for everyday living. The adjoining dining room offers an ideal setting for family meals and entertaining guests. The large kitchen is a standout feature, boasting abundant granite counters, lots of storage, a gas range, stainless appliances and a comfortable seating area for casual dining and gathering. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy, with the primary suite offering a walk-in closet and en suite bath that has been beautifully updated. Two additional bedrooms share a well-appointed bathroom on the opposite side of the home. This home has a large laundry room offering even more storage. Step outside to enjoy the backyard retreat, complete with a covered patio and an expansive wood deck built around a stunning mature oak tree. A storage shed provides additional space for tools, equipment, and outdoor essentials. There is an additional side yard for even more outdoor enjoyment. This home also offers a new hot water heater, an upgraded automatic driveway electric gate, and new electrical panel with whole home surge protection. This Southdowns gem combines character, comfort, and functionality in one exceptional property.
For sale
$455,000
4558 Orchid St, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
3beds
1,892sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1965
0.29 Acres Lot
$430,600 Zestimate®
$240/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stainless appliancesGas rangeBeautiful brick walkway
- 24 days |
- 1,312 |
- 81 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Catherine Helm Shows,
RE/MAX Professional 225-615-7755
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026009960
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath, Ceiling 9ft Plus, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Master Downstairs
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 162.36
- Width: 12.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 147.5
- Width: 12.5
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Water Closet
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 120.99
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 139.24
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 246.44
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Stove Con, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside, Washer/Dryer Hookups
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Built-in Features, Crown Molding
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Attic: Attic Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,649
- Total interior livable area: 1,892 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: 4+ Cars Park, No Covered Parking, Other, Concrete, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Patio
- Fencing: Full,Wood,Electric
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 x 150
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 00864765
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Delta Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Southdowns
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $240/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $403,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,165
- Price range: $455K - $455K
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$430,600
$409,000 - $452,000
$2,441/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $455,000+5.8%$240/sqft |
Source:  ROAM MLS #2026009960 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2023 | Sold | -- |
Source: ROAM MLS #2022016457 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2023 | Pending sale | $430,000$227/sqft |
Source: Latter and Blum #2022016457 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $430,000$227/sqft |
Source: Latter and Blum #2022016457 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2023 | Pending sale | $430,000$227/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2022016457 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2023 | Price change | $430,000-1.1%$227/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2022016457 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2022 | Pending sale | $435,000$230/sqft |
Source: Latter and Blum #2022016457 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2022 | Contingent | $435,000$230/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2022016457 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $435,000$230/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2022016457 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2013 | Sold | -- |
Source: ROAM MLS #201310515 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2007 | Sold | -- |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,165 +5.7% | $40,380 |
| 2024 | $3,941 +27.3% | $40,380 +23.5% |
| 2023 | $3,097 -0.2% | $32,700 |
| 2022 | $3,104 +2.3% | $32,700 |
| 2021 | $3,035 +0.2% | $32,700 |
| 2020 | $3,029 -23.5% | $32,700 |
| 2019 | $3,960 +1.3% | $32,700 |
| 2018 | $3,911 +25.7% | $32,700 |
| 2017 | $3,111 | $32,700 |
| 2016 | $3,111 +2.5% | $32,700 |
| 2015 | $3,036 +0.2% | $32,700 |
| 2014 | $3,029 | $32,700 |
| 2013 | $3,029 -18.6% | $32,700 +2.2% |
| 2012 | $3,722 +18% | $32,000 +8.5% |
| 2011 | $3,154 +0% | $29,500 |
| 2010 | $3,154 +28.6% | $29,500 |
| 2009 | $2,453 +240% | $29,500 +123.5% |
| 2007 | $721 +0.8% | $13,200 |
| 2006 | $716 +0.9% | $13,200 |
| 2005 | $709 +46.3% | $13,200 +1.5% |
| 2004 | $485 -30.8% | $13,000 -1.5% |
| 2003 | $700 0% | $13,200 |
| 2002 | $701 +0% | $13,200 |
| 2001 | $701 +107.8% | $13,200 +28.2% |
| 2000 | $337 | $10,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Woodchase
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Westminster Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.1 mi
- 6/10Glasgow Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Tara High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: East Baton Rouge
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