Welcome to one of Capital Heights' most charming and beautifully updated homes, where timeless character meets modern style in one of Baton Rouge's most desirable neighborhoods. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers an inviting floor plan filled with natural light, thoughtfully designed living spaces, and upgrades you'll appreciate from the moment you walk through the door. The show stopping kitchen is truly the centerpiece of the home, featuring stunning quartz countertops, a gas range, stainless steel appliances, open shelving, abundant prep space, and a layout perfect for everything from casual dinners to entertaining family and friends. Rich flooring flows throughout the home with no carpet, creating a clean, cohesive look that's both stylish and low maintenance. The spacious primary suite offers a peaceful escape, privately situated away from the secondary bedrooms and complete with direct access to the back deck—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding at the end of the day. Generously sized guest bedrooms, ample closet space, and a convenient half bath add to the home's functionality. Outside, you'll fall in love with the welcoming front porch swing shaded by mature trees, while the backyard deck provides the ideal setting for outdoor dining, relaxing evenings, or watching spectacular Louisiana sunsets. Energy-efficient features help keep utility costs in check, making this home as practical as it is beautiful. Location is everything, and this one delivers. Just a short stroll to Goodwood Park with tennis courts, basketball courts, and a playground, and only one block from the popular White Light Night festivities. Enjoy walking or biking to some of Mid City's favorite restaurants and gathering spots including Curbside Burgers, Mid City Beer Garden, Brew Ha-Ha!, Soji, Elsie's Plate & Pie, Superior Grill, and more. Plus, you're only minutes from Downtown Baton Rouge, LSU, shopping, and entertainment.
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$415,000
642 Rapides St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
3beds
1,965sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1955
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Trey Willard,
The W Group Real Estate LLC 225-577-6555,
Mikey Nelms,
The W Group Real Estate LLC
Source: ROAM MLS,MLS#: 2026011158
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 180.88
- Width: 15.2
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 181.78
- Width: 12.2
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 151.04
- Width: 11.8
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s), Shower Combo
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 153.72
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Kitchen Island
- Level: First
- Area: 211.2
- Length: 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 252.39
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven
- Laundry: Inside, Washer/Dryer Hookups
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Attic: Attic Access,Storage
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,077
- Total interior livable area: 1,965 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 120 x 58
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 00740667
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Atmos
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Capital Heights
Location
- Region: Baton Rouge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $211/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $384,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,817
- Price range: $415K - $415K
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2025 | Listing removed | $2,650$1/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,650$1/sqft |
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| 3/25/2025 | Price change | $399,900-1.3%$204/sqft |
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| 2/15/2025 | Price change | $405,000-2.4%$206/sqft |
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| 1/23/2025 | Price change | $415,000-2.4%$211/sqft |
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| 1/5/2025 | Price change | $425,000-1.2%$216/sqft |
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| 8/14/2024 | Price change | $430,000-2.1%$219/sqft |
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| 6/10/2024 | Price change | $439,000-2.4%$223/sqft |
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| 5/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $450,000+12.5%$229/sqft |
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| 5/18/2023 | Sold | -- |
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| 3/17/2023 | Pending sale | $400,000$204/sqft |
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| 3/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $400,000+14.6%$204/sqft |
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| 6/5/2020 | Sold | -- |
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| 4/17/2020 | Pending sale | $349,000$178/sqft |
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| 3/17/2020 | Price change | $349,000-4.1%$178/sqft |
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| 2/18/2020 | Price change | $364,000-2.7%$185/sqft |
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| 2/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $374,000+62.6%$190/sqft |
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| 10/19/2009 | Sold | -- |
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| 9/5/2009 | Listed for sale | $230,000$117/sqft |
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| 7/1/1999 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,817 +4.6% | $38,480 |
| 2024 | $4,607 +48.9% | $38,480 +20.9% |
| 2023 | $3,093 -0.2% | $31,830 |
| 2022 | $3,100 +2.2% | $31,830 |
| 2021 | $3,033 +41% | $31,830 +31% |
| 2020 | $2,151 -28.9% | $24,300 +0.6% |
| 2019 | $3,026 +1.2% | $24,160 |
| 2018 | $2,990 +36.6% | $24,160 +7.4% |
| 2017 | $2,190 +10% | $22,500 |
| 2016 | $1,991 +7.8% | $22,500 |
| 2015 | $1,847 +0.2% | $22,500 |
| 2014 | $1,843 | $22,500 |
| 2013 | $1,843 -29.6% | $22,500 |
| 2012 | $2,617 +8.8% | $22,500 |
| 2011 | $2,406 +0% | $22,500 |
| 2010 | $2,406 +140.9% | $22,500 +41.5% |
| 2009 | $999 -0.5% | $15,900 |
| 2008 | $1,004 -1% | $15,900 |
| 2007 | $1,014 +0.8% | $15,900 |
| 2006 | $1,006 +172.2% | $15,900 +59% |
| 2005 | $369 +2.7% | $10,000 |
| 2004 | $360 +13.9% | $10,000 +5.3% |
| 2003 | $316 +0% | $9,500 |
| 2002 | $316 0% | $9,500 |
| 2001 | $316 | $9,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Goodwood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lasalle Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Westdale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Tara High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: East Baton Rouge
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- Louisiana
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Baton Rouge
- 70806
- Goodwood
- 642 Rapides St







