This stunning historic home has been lovingly restored! Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the 2nd floor were recently sanded & refinished. The exterior was recently repainted! There is a large galley-style kitchen w/ plenty of countertop & cabinet space. A Viking Professional gas range w/ a 4 burner & griddle cooktop & commercial hood, a stainless steel dishwasher & refrigerator & built-in microwave, as well as a butler's pantry w/ floor to ceiling cabinets are a dream come true for those who love to cook & entertain! The kitchen & the cozy breakfast room/sunroom are flooded with natural light! A wood-burning fireplace highlights the inviting formal living room, which flows into a large formal dining room with a lovely antique light fixture, offering fantastic entertaining spaces! Also upstairs are a primary suite w/ a large walk-in cedar-lined closet, custom vanity & custom walk-in shower. There are 2 other bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms upstairs. Downstairs offers a large home office, with plenty of room for 2 desks if more than 1 person works from home! Workout from home in the fitness/yoga room downstairs, just off the home office! This room would also make a great play room for children! Best of all is a 750 sq. ft. art studio space, drenched in light, with a soaring cathedral ceiling. This amazing space could also function as a large family room/media room. The 1st floor has a 1 BDRM apt. that could be a rental or in-law suite! The art studio roof was replaced in 2024, & new insulation was added to the art studio. The home has a security system, French drains & a sump pump. HVAC units recently replaced. Schedule your showing to view this beautiful & unique home TODAY! Magister commercial espresso machine in the butler's pantry is negotiable. Washer, dryer, 2 refrigerators & freezer to remain. MOTIVATED SELLERS!
For sale
$699,000
540 Drehr Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
4beds
4,302sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1910
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$162/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large galley-style kitchenWood-burning fireplace
- 24 days |
- 483 |
- 26 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Stephanie Clarke,
Summit Realtors, LLC 225-721-3244
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026010604
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Exercise Room, Family Room, Office, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Sunroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath, Ceiling 9ft Plus, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 179.4
- Width: 11.5
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 180.18
- Width: 11.7
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 172.8
- Width: 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 180.18
- Width: 11.7
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s), Shower Only
Dining room
- Level: Second
- Area: 222.4
- Length: 16
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 725
- Dimensions: 29 x 25
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Cabinets Custom Built
- Level: Second
- Area: 238.07
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 243.25
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 172.8
- Width: 12
Heating
- 2 or More Units Heat, Central
Cooling
- Multi Units, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,719
- Total interior livable area: 4,302 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: 4+ Cars Park, Garage, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 44 x 120
Details
- Parcel number: 00144134
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: New Orleans
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Stucco Siding, Wood Siding, Frame, Other
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Entergy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Drehr Place
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $162/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $490,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,007
- Price range: $699K - $699K
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000$162/sqft |
Source:  ROAM MLS #2026010604 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2026 | Listing removed | $699,000$162/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025019472 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000$162/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025019472 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2025 | Listing removed | $699,000$162/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025008992 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Price change | $699,000-6.7%$162/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025008992 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Price change | $749,000-1.3%$174/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025008992 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $759,000$176/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2025008992 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2011 | Sold | -- |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2006 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,007 +4.7% | $49,000 |
| 2024 | $5,739 +12% | $49,000 +14% |
| 2023 | $5,122 -0.2% | $43,000 |
| 2022 | $5,134 +2.3% | $43,000 |
| 2021 | $5,017 +0.2% | $43,000 |
| 2020 | $5,007 +8.8% | $43,000 +13.2% |
| 2019 | $4,602 +1.3% | $38,000 |
| 2018 | $4,545 +21.4% | $38,000 |
| 2017 | $3,745 | $38,000 |
| 2016 | $3,745 +2.5% | $38,000 +10.1% |
| 2015 | $3,655 +12.9% | $34,500 |
| 2014 | $3,238 | $34,500 |
| 2013 | $3,238 -19.3% | $34,500 |
| 2012 | $4,012 +17.3% | $34,500 +7.8% |
| 2011 | $3,422 0% | $32,000 |
| 2010 | $3,422 +25.8% | $32,000 |
| 2009 | $2,720 -0.6% | $32,000 |
| 2008 | $2,736 -0.8% | $32,000 |
| 2007 | $2,759 +0.9% | $32,000 |
| 2006 | $2,734 +126.2% | $32,000 +78.8% |
| 2005 | $1,209 +3.7% | $17,900 |
| 2004 | $1,166 +18.8% | $17,900 +12.6% |
| 2003 | $981 0% | $15,900 |
| 2002 | $981 0% | $15,900 |
| 2001 | $981 +10.8% | $15,900 |
| 2000 | $886 | $15,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Mid City
Nearby schools
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- 4/10The Dufrocq SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Westdale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 2/10Mckinley Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: East Baton Rouge
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