Welcome to the charm and character of historic Downtown Baton Rouge! This delightful 1920s cottage blends timeless appeal with modern comfort, offering 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms in a location that places you just minutes from two major universities, the State Capitol, downtown restaurants, entertainment, the Mississippi River, and all that the city center has to offer. Inside, you’ll find an inviting open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area featuring warm wood flooring, abundant natural light, and a kitchen with rich cabinetry, a center island, and ample storage. The oversized primary suite provides a comfortable retreat with generous space and a private bath, while the second bedroom and full guest bath offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living needs. This property has experienced great success as both a short and long term rental. Recent updates provide added peace of mind, including a new roof installed in 2026 and a water heater replaced in 2025. This property is positioned within one of the key neighborhoods benefitting from the vision of Plan Baton Rouge III. The downtown master plan includes major investments in housing, walkability, riverfront amenities, public spaces and economic development. designed to expand downtown living and strengthen neighborhood connectivity over the coming decade. The cottage-style exterior of this Beauregard Town charmer welcomes you with a lovely front porch, and picket fence that enhance the home’s historic character. Whether you’re looking for a primary residence, game-day getaway, downtown retreat, or investment opportunity, this property offers the perfect combination of historic charm, walkable convenience, and modern functionality in one of Baton Rouge’s most desirable downtown locations.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (9/24)
$199,000
632 Saint Joseph St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
2beds
1,039sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1930
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$192/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mature landscapingAmple storageGenerous spaceCottage-style exteriorOversized primary suiteLovely front porchPrivate bath
- 86 days
- 214
- 25
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kelli O'Donoghue,
CHT Group Real Estate, LLC 225-289-5483
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026011948
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath
- Level: First
- Area: 415.67
- Width: 19.7
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 10 x 15.4
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 128.4
- Width: 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 145.8
- Width: 18
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Stove Con, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling 9'+
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,122
- Total interior livable area: 1,039 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
Lot
- Size: 2,178 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31 x 70
Details
- Parcel number: 00076163
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Acadian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Delta Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Library, Park, Playground, Near Public Transport
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Beauregard Town
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $192/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $168,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,223
- Price range: $199K - $199K
- Date on market: 6/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Price change | $199,000-4.8%$192/sqft |
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| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $209,000-4.1%$201/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $218,000$210/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Listing removed | $1,550$1/sqft |
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| 4/1/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,550+10.7%$1/sqft |
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| 1/27/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/15/2022 | Price change | $1,400-6.7%$1/sqft |
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| 11/24/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
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| 8/28/2007 | Sold | -- |
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| 8/14/2003 | Sold | -- |
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| 2/18/2003 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,223 +4.3% | $16,830 |
| 2024 | $2,131 +13.8% | $16,830 +16.1% |
| 2023 | $1,872 -0.2% | $14,500 |
| 2022 | $1,876 +2.5% | $14,500 |
| 2021 | $1,830 +0.2% | $14,500 |
| 2020 | $1,827 -3.9% | $14,500 |
| 2019 | $1,901 +1.2% | $14,500 |
| 2018 | $1,879 +87.2% | $14,500 |
| 2017 | $1,004 | $14,500 |
| 2016 | $1,004 +2.3% | $14,500 |
| 2015 | $981 -0.1% | $14,500 |
| 2014 | $982 | $14,500 |
| 2013 | $982 -46.4% | $14,500 |
| 2012 | $1,831 +11.1% | $14,500 +2.8% |
| 2011 | $1,649 | $14,100 |
| 2010 | $1,649 +89% | $14,100 |
| 2009 | $872 -0.5% | $14,100 |
| 2008 | $877 +61.8% | $14,100 +25.9% |
| 2007 | $542 +0.7% | $11,200 |
| 2006 | $538 +1.2% | $11,200 |
| 2005 | $532 +3.2% | $11,200 |
| 2004 | $515 | $11,200 |
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Neighborhood: Old South Baton Rouge
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.







