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4252 Orchid St, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808

2beds
1baths
1,283sqft
$330,000
$257price/sqft
$2,255/moest. monthly cost
$90,200/yrincome needed

About This Home

Step onto the inviting front porch and into a spacious living area filled with natural light, beautiful hardwood floors, and plenty of room to relax or entertain. Just off the living room, the dining area features stylish pendant lighting and flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen, complete with stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and a center island. The spacious primary bedroom offers a comfortable retreat, while the dedicated office nook and bright sunroom provide flexible space for working from home, a reading room, playroom, or hobby area. Outside, you'll find a large backyard with a deck that's perfect for entertaining family and friends, along with a storage shed for tools, lawn equipment, or outdoor gear. A brand-new HVAC system adds peace of mind and energy efficiency. If you've been searching for a move-in ready home in the heart of Southdowns with character, functionality, and an exceptional location, this is one you won't want to miss.

Getting Around

70
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
60
BikeBikeable

Schools

6/10
Glasgow Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.6 mi
2/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1955

Materials

  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof: Abestos Roof,Composition
  • Construction materials: Other,Frame

Type & Style

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

Interior

Bedroom1

  • Level: First
  • Area: 114.24

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 97.85

Features

  • Flooring: Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,325
  • Total interior livable area: 1,283 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Granite Counters
  • Level: First
  • Area: 213.75

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 250.9

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Level: First
  • Area: 186.25

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 00560138

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

  • Lot size: 7,405 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 69 x 150

Parking

  • Parking features: Detached,Garage,On Street,Driveway
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

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

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Tornado
Hurricane
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Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties

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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 $1,668$20,016
Home Insurance *$267$3,204
Property Taxes $173$2,076
Electricity $147$1,773
Total$2,255$27,060
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$77,314/yr
40% on housing$67,650/yr
45% on housing$60,133/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

$257This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 70808$210
East Baton Rouge Parish$141

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 70808$195
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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-16Pending sale$320,000
2026-08-06Price change$320,000
2026-07-24Listed for sale$330,000
2022-04-14Sold--
2022-02-28Pending sale$315,000
2022-02-25Listed for sale$315,000
2021-03-24Listing removed--
2019-05-28Sold--
2019-04-12Listed for sale$269,000
2014-06-12Sold--
2009-07-16Sold--
2008-09-26Sold--
2007-09-06Sold--
2000-06-26Sold--
1999-01-05Sold--

For Sale by Agent

AgentBarret Blondeau
BrokerageFalaya

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