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730 S 18th St, Baton Rouge, LA, 70802

2beds
2baths
1,253sqft
$210,000
$168price/sqft
$1,941/moest. monthly cost
$77,640/yrincome needed

About This Home

Tucked along the edge of Baton Rouge's Garden District and just moments from the Government Street corridor, this charming cottage blends character, convenience, and the unmistakable appeal of in-town living. With over 1,250 square feet, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms, the home's inviting front porch and comfortable layout create a space that feels both welcoming and easy to enjoy. Spend your weekends exploring local restaurants, coffee shops, and neighborhood favorites, then come home to a place that feels uniquely Baton Rouge. Whether you're enjoying a quiet morning on the porch or an evening with friends nearby, this is the kind of home that makes you want to stay awhile. Schedule your private showing today.

Getting Around

74
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
65
BikeBikeable

Schools

4/10
The Dufrocq SchoolGrades PK-50.3 mi
4/10
Westdale Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.2 mi
2/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1950

Materials

  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Construction materials: Brick Siding,Stucco Siding,Brick,Other

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Shotgun
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Bathroom1

  • Level: First

Bedroom1

  • Level: First
  • Area: 132

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,425
  • Total interior livable area: 1,253 sqft

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 180

Master Bathroom

  • Features: No Special Features
  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Features: None Specified
  • Level: First
  • Area: 156

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 00148083
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Fencing: Chain Link,Wood

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,049 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 90 x 35

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: 1 Car Park,2 Cars Park,3 Cars Park,Driveway

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Tornado
Hurricane
Heat Wave
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties

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Tornado
Tropical Storm
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,061$12,732
Home Insurance *$623$7,476
Property Taxes $110$1,320
Electricity $147$1,773
Total$1,941$23,292
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$66,548/yr
40% on housing$58,230/yr
45% on housing$51,760/yr

Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 151,075Commercial: 10,572
Total Premiums$518.28M
Total Exposure$41.71B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.3%
5.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$168This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 70802$70
East Baton Rouge Parish$141

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 70802$56
East Baton Rouge Parish$153

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-20Listed for sale$210,000
2024-02-29Listing removed--
2023-08-28Listed for sale$220,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentKisha Hayes
BrokerageInnerspace Properties, LLC

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