2340 Government St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Beds
4
Baths
3
Square Ft.
2,628
$730,000
Lovingly Restored Historic Home in the Garden District Built in 1921, this beautifully restored home sits on a hill with a fully fenced double lot, blending historic charm with modern convenience. Original details--including ceilings, windows, doors, doorknobs, moldings, and hardwood floors--have been carefully preserved. The expansive front porch, spanning the… Read More length of the house, boasts a stunning arched ceiling and a gracious entryway with a historical marker. As one of the most notable homes in the Dehr Place Historic District, it offers a professionally landscaped front yard framed by towering pine trees. Enjoy the cool shade or take a short stroll to Government Street's shops and restaurants--Barracuda Taco is just steps away! The private backyard is a serene retreat, featuring a pergola covered in old-growth wild roses, perfect for outdoor dining. A Wi-Fi-compatible, multi-zone sprinkler system makes yard maintenance effortless. Inside, the open kitchen--fully renovated in 2023--features custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and new LG and GE Profile appliances. The island offers seating, and the space includes a gas range and ample storage. The formal living room centers around its original wood-burning fireplace, rebuilt in 2019. The adjacent sunroom, lined with windows and custom blinds, provides a bright and inviting space. Two of the four bedrooms are on the first floor. The upstairs primary suite is surrounded by windows with views of live oaks. Custom blackout draperies ensure restful sleep. The fully remodeled primary bathroom features designer finishes, and a second upstairs closet has laundry hookups for a stackable washer and dryer. A rare feature: the fully acclimatized basement spans the home's length--one of the few in Baton Rouge--with two rooms, including a laundry space. This move-in-ready historic gem offers character, convenience, and an unbeatable location. Don't miss it! Transferrable VA low-interest mortgage Read Less
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Listing Snapshot
Days Online
64
Last Updated
Property Type
Detached Single Family
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Square Ft.
2,628
Lot Size
0.36 Acres
Year Built
1921
MLS Number
BR2025006078
Additional Details
Appliances & Equipment
Appliances: "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Refrigerator", "Oven"
Building
Building Area Total: 3107, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: "Wood Siding", "Frame", Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 2628, Year Built: 1921
Cooling
Cooling: "Multi Units", Cooling Included
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: "Lighting", Patio And Porch Features: "Covered", "Porch"
Fence
Fencing: "Privacy"
Fireplaces
Fireplace Included
Floors
Flooring: "Wood"
Foundation
Foundation Details: "Pillar/Post/Pier"
Heating
Heating: "Central", Heating Included
Interior Features
Interior Features: "High Ceilings", "Kitchen Island", "Multi-Head Shower", "Separate Shower", "Bedroom 1", "Bedroom 2", "Bedroom 3", "Dining Room", "Kitchen", "Living Room", "Office", "Other Room", "Utility Room"
Lot
Lot Features: "Sloped", "Wooded", "Landscaped", Lot Size Acres: 0.3556, Lot Size Area: 15488, Lot Size Dimensions: 121 x 128, Lot Size Square Feet: 15488, Lot Size Units: Square Feet, Parcel Number: 98485
Primary Bathroom
Master Bedroom Level: Second
Parking
Parking Features: "Detached"
Property
Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Sewer
Sewer: "Public Sewer"
Taxes
Tax Legal Description: Ward: 1-1, Subdivision: Drehr Place, Lot: 9, Block: 2.
Utilities
Water Source: "Public"
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