PRICE REDUCTION! This home is situated on a spacious lot shaded by mature oak trees. Enjoy both a large front yard and a fully fenced backyard -- perfect for pets, gatherings and outdoor entertaining. The backyard also features a generous patio ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. Located in Flood Zone X (per LSU Flood Maps), this home offers added peace of mind. Inside, the bedrooms include convenient built-in storage, while the hallway provides additional closets and cabinet space to keep everything organized. The roof was replaced approximately four years ago, adding to the home's value and durability. Conveniently located with easy access to excellent dining, medical facilities, and everyday amenities -- this location truly can't be beat. Make your appointment today! Seller will require up to 30 days following closing to vacate the premises. Seller also may be home for showings.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (9/17)
$179,000
5437 Melrose Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
3beds
1,403sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1965
0.4 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$128/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced backyardLarge front yard
- 144 days
- 285
- 25
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sara Langhetee,
Covington & Associates Real Estate, LLC 225-667-3711
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026008168
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Den, Kitchen, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: None Specified
- Level: First
- Area: 170.2
- Width: 11.5
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 127.65
- Width: 11.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 127.65
- Width: 11.1
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 110.09
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,049
- Total interior livable area: 1,403 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 174
Details
- Parcel number: 00885207
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Delta Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Melrose Place
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $128/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $97,500
- Annual tax amount: $560
- Price range: $179K - $179K
- Date on market: 5/4/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/17/2026 | Price change | $179,000-2.7%$128/sqft |
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| 8/20/2026 | Price change | $184,000-2.6%$131/sqft |
Source: ROAM MLS #2026008168 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2026 | Price change | $189,000-3.6%$135/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $196,000$140/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $560 +11.4% | $9,750 |
| 2024 | $503 -1.9% | $9,750 |
| 2023 | $513 -61% | $9,750 |
| 2022 | $1,314 +2.1% | $9,750 |
| 2021 | $1,287 +0.2% | $9,750 |
| 2020 | $1,285 +2.2% | $9,750 +6.6% |
| 2019 | $1,258 +1.1% | $9,150 |
| 2018 | $1,244 | $9,150 |
| 2017 | $1,244 | $9,150 |
| 2016 | $1,244 +2.2% | $9,150 |
| 2015 | $1,217 +0.6% | $9,150 |
| 2014 | $1,210 | $9,150 |
| 2013 | $1,210 -0.3% | $9,150 |
| 2012 | $1,214 +7.6% | $9,150 |
| 2011 | $1,128 +15.3% | $9,150 |
| 2010 | $978 +855.2% | $9,150 +23.6% |
| 2004 | $102 +5.8% | $7,400 +9.6% |
| 2003 | $97 +0% | $6,750 |
| 2002 | $97 0% | $6,750 |
| 2001 | $97 +71.9% | $6,750 |
| 2000 | $56 | $6,750 |
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Neighborhood: East Fairfields
Nearby schools
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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