Is a car needed in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say parking is easy

Does Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do residents of Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA?

As of early 2026, 51% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say there's wildlife

Are the streets well-lit in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA?

As of early 2026, 39% of users say streets are well-lit

Would people walk alone at night in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are there community events in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA?

As of early 2026, 37% of users say there are community events

Is Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA quiet?

As of early 2026, 24% of users say it's quiet

Is Baton Rouge a buyer's or seller's market?

Baton Rouge is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Baton Rouge?

The median sale price in Baton Rouge is $260K. That is up $1K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the Old South Baton Rouge neighborhood?

Residents describe the Old South Baton Rouge neighborhood in Baton Rouge, LA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge .

What are the closest schools to 261 E State St #5?

The closest schools to 261 E State St #5 in Baton Rouge, LA are Glasgow Middle School (rated 6/10), Mckinley Senior High School (rated 2/10), University Terrace Elementary School .

Does 261 E State St #5 have air conditioning?

Yes, 261 E State St #5 in Baton Rouge, LA has air conditioning.

Does 261 E State St #5 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 261 E State St #5 in Baton Rouge, LA has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

1 Bed
1 Bath
600 sqft

261 E State St #5, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Old South Baton Rouge

Home Value

Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3330 Willard St #606, Baton Rouge, LA	0.09	Apartment	-	06/17/26	2	2	1,200
3101 Highland Rd #222, Baton Rouge, LA	0.16	Apartment	-	07/01/26	3	2	1,365
Address Not Disclosed, Baton Rouge, LA	0.16	Apartment	-	04/30/26	3	2	1,300
218 W Polk St, Baton Rouge, LA	0.73	Multi-Family Home	-	12/01/25	2	2	880
827 E Boyd Dr #D, Baton Rouge, LA	1.44	Apartment	-	12/02/25	2	1.5	1,080
1984 Brightside Dr #228, Baton Rouge, LA	2.04	Apartment	-	03/23/26	1	1	600
710 E Boyd Dr #1305, Baton Rouge, LA	1.29	Apartment	-	02/23/26	3	2	1,397
3544 Marie Dr, Baton Rouge, LA	1.97	Apartment	-	06/16/26	3	1.5	1,175
1270 Sharlo Ave, Baton Rouge, LA	2.05	Multi-Family Home	-	05/29/26	2	2	1,465
5159 Etta St #5-H, Baton Rouge, LA	1.95	Apartment	-	04/20/26	3	2	1,473

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
3000 July St #2116, Baton Rouge, LA 70808	0.06	-	1	1	719	Recently Sold
3330 Willard St #101, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	$130,900	2	1	937	Off Market
3330 Willard St #102, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	$193,100	2	2	1,258	Off Market
3330 Willard St #103, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	-	1	1	635	Recently Sold
3330 Willard St #204, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	-	2	2	1,070	Recently Sold
3330 Willard St #303, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	-	2	1	948	Recently Sold
3330 Willard St #403, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	$157,200	2	1	830	Off Market
3330 Willard St #601, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	$135,000	2	1	825	For Sale
3330 Willard St #704, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	$191,900	3	2	1,350	Off Market
3330 Willard St #804, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	$176,600	2	1	1,240	Off Market
3330 Willard St #2-202, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.08	$180,000	2	2	1,071	Off Market
3330 Willard St #705, Baton Rouge, LA 70802	0.09	$138,200	2	1	828	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Apartment

600 sqft

About this House

This apartment is located at 261 E State St #5, Baton Rouge, LA. 261 E State St #5 is in the Old South Baton Rouge neighborhood in Baton Rouge, LA and in ZIP code 70802. This property has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and approximately 600 sqft of floor space.

261 E State St #5, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 600 sqft apartment in Old South Baton Rouge. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2019 with an asking price of $900 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 20, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $915/month.

Home Details for 261 E State St #5

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment

Interior Features
Appliances & Utilities DryerWasher
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 20, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$940
Jun 5, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$940 Price increased by 5%
Apr 14, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$895 Price decreased by 1%
Apr 1, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$900
Jan 31, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,000
Jan 16, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,000
Jun 24, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$900
Jun 9, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$900 Price decreased by 5%
May 28, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$950 Price decreased by 5%
May 13, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,000

Additional Cost

Market trends in Baton Rouge

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$260K

$1KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

0.2%MoM

Price per sq ft

$152

$2MoM

Available listings

1771

18MoM

Around this home

University Terrace Elementary School
4-5
Public
153 Students
East Baton Rouge Parish School District
NA
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
The grade four teacher take great interest in my son's performance and discipline. However, the curriculum requires an additional language.
Parent Review
9y ago
6 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

Old South Baton Rouge

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What Locals Say about Old South Baton Rouge

At least 38 Trulia users voted on each feature.

82 % Say car is needed
76 % Say yards are well-kept
74 % Say it's dog friendly
73 % Say there are sidewalks
71 % Say parking is easy
61 % Say there's holiday spirit
57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
51 % Say kids play outside
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
46 % Say there's wildlife
39 % Say streets are well-lit
38 % Say people would walk alone at night
37 % Say there are community events
34 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
24 % Say it's quiet

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Resident
3y ago
"Stay away it’s not for families it’s a good starter but not long term and most of the houses are old and not maintained the only good thing is the interstate access"
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3y ago
"This Historic District has well maintained homes and a real sense of community. There are quaint cafes and art galleries in the neighborhood. You can ride a bike to the farmers market or downtown restaurants ! "
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Vondathomas64
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7y ago
"I don't use public transportation because I have my own vehicle and I think the buses people use pass through often. "
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Honorenakiya
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7y ago
"We have house church community events for kids & adults. (Easter, Back to school & Christmas give aways & more. Awesome Front porch h concession stand on E. Washington St. plus we have a community home daycare. Good community. "
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Kiersten D.
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7y ago
"We have various events within the community catering to the array of residents here. There’s always something for everyone!"
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Tthyssen84
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8y ago
"I’ve lived here for 8 years. The culture, art movement, and closeness to the library, park, downtown, and interstate on ramps are convenient and perfect for my family. "
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Frequently asked questions about 261 E State St #5

Is Baton Rouge a buyer's or seller's market?
Baton Rouge is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Baton Rouge?
The median sale price in Baton Rouge is $260K. That is up $1K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the Old South Baton Rouge neighborhood?
Residents describe the Old South Baton Rouge neighborhood in Baton Rouge, LA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge.
What are the closest schools to 261 E State St #5?
The closest schools to 261 E State St #5 in Baton Rouge, LA are Glasgow Middle School (rated 6/10), Mckinley Senior High School (rated 2/10), University Terrace Elementary School.
Does 261 E State St #5 have air conditioning?
Yes, 261 E State St #5 in Baton Rouge, LA has air conditioning.
Does 261 E State St #5 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 261 E State St #5 in Baton Rouge, LA has in-unit laundry.