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287 E Holly St, Baton Rouge, LA, 70819

3beds
2baths
1,767sqft
$219,900
$124price/sqft
$1,614/moest. monthly cost
$64,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

Some houses come and go and some become part of a family's story. The original owners purchased this home and began a lifetime of family gatherings, holiday celebrations, and everyday moments into memories and turned a house into a home. Nearly 60 years later, that same sense of warmth and pride of ownership can still be felt throughout every room. Now offering this 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1,767 square foot beloved home with space for both everyday living and entertaining. The heart of the home features a spacious family room complete with a wood-burning fireplace, brick hearth, and built-in bar area topped with granite, creating the perfect setting for game days, family celebrations or cozy evenings at home. Additional living spaces include front sitting room, dedicated dining area, kitchen with counter seating and a large utility room with laundry and mud room areas and abundant storage. Step outside to enjoy the large covered patio overlooking the fully fenced backyard. A workshop and additional storage room provide plenty of space for hobbies, projects, tools, and lawn equipment. One of the standout features of this property is the exceptional maintenance and thoughtful planning by its longtime owner. From the paved access surrounding the HVAC and mechanical areas to the overall condition of the home, you'll appreciate how easy this property is to maintain and service. Every detail reflects decades of care and attention. This is more than a home. It's a rare opportunity to own a property that has been cherished by one family since 1966 and is now ready for its next chapter.

Getting Around

13
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
29
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
4/10
Southeast Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.2 mi
2/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1966

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Construction materials: Brick Siding,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Laundry Room,Mud Room

Bedroom1

  • Level: First
  • Area: 120

Bedroom2

  • Level: First
  • Area: 120

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 156.94

Family Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 523.9875

Features

  • See Remarks

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,767
  • Total interior livable area: 1,767 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First
  • Area: 109.52

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 187.5

Master Bedroom

  • Features: En Suite Bath
  • Level: First
  • Area: 132

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 01763679
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Patio,Porch

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.28 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 70 x 175

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: 2 Cars Park,Carport
  • Carport: 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 WaveVery High
  • Tornado
    TornadoVery High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Tornado
Hurricane
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Hail
Ice Storm
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Tornado
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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 $1,111$13,332
Home Insurance *$272$3,264
Property Taxes $84$1,008
Electricity $147$1,773
Total$1,614$19,368
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$55,337/yr
40% on housing$48,420/yr
45% on housing$43,040/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

$124This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 70819$68
East Baton Rouge Parish$141

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 70819$123
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
2026-06-24Listed for sale$219,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentSusan Nesom
BrokerageMandy Benton Realty Group LLC

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