LIVE IN CAPITAL HEIGHTS + LET YOUR TENANT HELP PAY THE MORTGAGE! This charming duplex offers a unique opportunity to own in one of Baton Rouge’s most desirable and convenient neighborhoods while generating rental income right next door. Unit A is a 1 bedroom/1 bath currently rented for $1,100/month, while the vacant Unit B offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths with potential rent of approximately $1,500/month. Live in the larger unit and enjoy $1,100/month in existing rental income, or lease both units for potential gross rental income of $2,600/month. The property features updated electrical, insulation, windows and HVAC units, plus a newer roof. Each unit has its own character and comfortable living spaces, with access to shared indoor laundry. Located in the heart of Capital Heights, just minutes from Mid City, Government Street, restaurants, shopping, parks, LSU and downtown Baton Rouge. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for a smart way to offset your monthly payment or an investor looking for an income-producing property in a sought-after location, this one is worth a look.
For sale
Price cut: $7K (10/14)
$278,000
5655 Capital Heights Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
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Duplex
Built in 1975
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What's special
Newer roofUpdated electricalHvac unitsComfortable living spaces
- 92 days
- 60
- 11
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jacqueline Colvin,
Compass - Perkins 225-769-1500
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026014758
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop
Features
- Solid Surface Counters
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 120
Details
- Parcel number: 583448
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Other, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Capital Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $262,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,318
- Date on market: 8/11/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2026 | Price change | $278,000-2.5% |
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| 9/4/2026 | Price change | $285,000-3.4% |
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| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $295,000-3.3% |
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| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $305,000-12.9% |
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| 6/15/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/31/2022 | Price change | $350,000-4.1% |
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| 4/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $365,000+37.7% |
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| 9/14/2020 | Listing removed | $265,000 |
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| 9/3/2020 | Price change | $265,000-5.4% |
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| 8/8/2020 | Price change | $280,000-5.1% |
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| 7/31/2020 | Listed for sale | $295,000 |
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| 7/29/2016 | Sold | -- |
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| 9/18/2009 | Sold | -- |
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| 9/17/2003 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,318 +4.5% | $26,250 |
| 2024 | $3,175 +14.2% | $26,250 +16.7% |
| 2023 | $2,780 -0.2% | $22,500 |
| 2022 | $2,787 +2.3% | $22,500 |
| 2021 | $2,725 +0.2% | $22,500 |
| 2020 | $2,720 -3.7% | $22,500 |
| 2019 | $2,825 +1.2% | $22,500 |
| 2018 | $2,791 +40.2% | $22,500 |
| 2017 | $1,991 | $22,500 |
| 2016 | $1,991 +7.8% | $22,500 +33.1% |
| 2015 | $1,847 +55% | $16,900 |
| 2014 | $1,192 | $16,900 |
| 2013 | $1,192 -39.4% | $16,900 |
| 2012 | $1,965 +31.8% | $16,900 +21.1% |
| 2011 | $1,492 +0% | $13,950 |
| 2010 | $1,492 +471.3% | $13,950 +55% |
| 2009 | $261 -0.4% | $9,000 |
| 2008 | $262 +23.5% | $9,000 +5.9% |
| 2007 | $212 +0.5% | $8,500 |
| 2006 | $211 +0.5% | $8,500 |
| 2005 | $210 +266.2% | $8,500 +112.5% |
| 2003 | $57 | $4,000 |
| 2002 | $57 | $4,000 |
| 2001 | $57 +71.9% | $4,000 |
| 2000 | $33 | $4,000 |
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