$300,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,157 sqft
655 Rapides St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Est. Mortgage $1,818/mo*
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Single-Family Home
Built in 1974
$259/sqft
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About this House
Picture-Perfect Cottage in the Heart of Capital Heights ADORABLE doesn’t even begin to cover it. This charming home puts you right in the middle of one of Baton Rouge’s most loved, hip, charming and eclectic neighborhoods—where some of the city’s best restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, live music and even a speakeasy are just steps from your front door. Inside, this home has all the character you hope to find in a Capital Heights cottage but with major upgrades: original wood floors, crown molding, tons of windows and natural light, a farmhouse sink, fresh paint and a NEW ROOF. With 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, plus a detached bonus space perfect for a home office, studio, gym or hobby room, there’s more versatility here than you’d expect. And the backyard? Made for entertaining. The large yard offers plenty of room for outdoor dinners, a fire pit, crawfish boils, game-day parties or simply relaxing under the trees. Add in off-street parking, and this cottage checks some very important boxes. But this home is as much about the lifestyle as it is the house. Walk or bike to neighborhood favorites, hit the nearby public golf course, grab coffee in the morning, dinner and cocktails at night, or stroll over to community events like White Light Night. Charming. Walkable. Eclectic. Completely Capital Heights. This isn’t a cookie-cutter house in a cookie-cutter neighborhood—and that’s exactly why you’re going to love it. Furniture is AI generated.
Home Details for 655 Rapides St
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1157 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Gas Stove Con |
Heating & Cooling Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Gas & Electric Gas: Entergy |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Wood |
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Exterior Home Features Fencing: FullFoundation: Pillar/Post/PierNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo Attached GarageNo Open ParkingParking: Off Street |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Days on Market: 4 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1974 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Cottage |
Building Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
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Price List Price: $300,000Price Per Sqft: $259 |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: Baton RougeCommunity: Capital Heights |
School Information Elementary School District: East Baton RougeJr High / Middle School District: East Baton RougeHigh School District: East Baton Rouge |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 2026016685 |
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Building Area Building Area: 1694 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 6098.4 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan |
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Mls Number: 2026016685 |
Around this home
What Locals Say about Goodwood
At least 33 Trulia users voted on each feature.
88 % Say it's dog friendly
86 % Say parking is easy
80 % Say car is needed
76 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say there's holiday spirit
68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
67 % Say kids play outside
62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
56 % Say it's quiet
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
52 % Say there are sidewalks
51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
47 % Say there are community events
40 % Say people would walk alone at night
33 % Say there's wildlife
30 % Say streets are well-lit
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
Market trends in Baton Rouge
Last updated August 2026
Avg. sale price
$261K
$377MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
Price per sq ft
$154
$2MoM
Available listings
1806
31MoM
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$288KSince last month
Increased$34K (+13.2%)Since last year
Increased$28K (+10.7%)Since last sale
Increased$88K (+43.8%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +42% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $288K |
| August 2026 | $252K |
| July 2026 | $254K |
| June 2026 | $256K |
| May 2026 | $259K |
| April 2026 | $256K |
| March 2026 | $261K |
| February 2026 | $256K |
| January 2026 | $252K |
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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 |
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0.04 | Single-Family Home | - | 04/20/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,039 | |
0.04 | Single-Family Home | - | 12/10/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,160 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | - | 01/15/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,442 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | - | 04/24/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,157 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | - | 06/26/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,016 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | - | 08/07/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,635 | |
0.36 | Single-Family Home | - | 02/13/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,689 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | - | 12/09/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,569 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/17/26 | 3 | 3 | 2,001 | |
0.35 | Single-Family Home | - | 05/29/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,549 |
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 |
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0.04 | - | 2 | 1 | 1,160 | Recently Sold | |
0.06 | $251,700 | 2 | 1 | 980 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $399,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,965 | For Sale | |
0.04 | $285,000 | 3 | - | 1,642 | For Sale | |
0.04 | - | 2 | 1 | 1,039 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | - | 3 | 2 | 1,442 | Recently Sold | |
0.08 | $353,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,464 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $343,400 | 3 | 2 | 1,548 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $311,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,124 | For Sale | |
0.09 | - | 2 | 1 | 1,157 | Recently Sold | |
0.12 | $286,300 | 3 | 2 | 1,489 | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Sep 10, 2026 Source: ROAM MLS #2026016685 | Listed For Sale | $300,000 |
Mar 26, 2018 Source: ROAM MLS #2018002846 | Sold | -- |
Feb 22, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $219,900 |
Jan 29, 2008 Source: N/A | Sold | -- |
Jul 30, 2004 Source: N/A | Sold | -- |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $1,877 | $209,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Frequently asked questions about 655 Rapides St
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 655 Rapides St?Based on a $300,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 655 Rapides St in Baton Rouge, LA is approximately $1,896 (about $1,628 principal & interest, $193 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 655 Rapides St compare to homes in Baton Rouge?655 Rapides St in Baton Rouge, LA is listed at $300,000, about 15% above the $261K median sale price in Baton Rouge.
- What do residents say about the Goodwood neighborhood?Residents describe the Goodwood neighborhood in Baton Rouge, LA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Goodwood, Baton Rouge.
- What are the closest schools to 655 Rapides St?The closest schools to 655 Rapides St in Baton Rouge, LA are Lasalle Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Tara High School (rated 2/10), Westdale Middle School (rated 4/10).
- Does 655 Rapides St have air conditioning?Yes, 655 Rapides St in Baton Rouge, LA has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 655 Rapides St?The lot at 655 Rapides St in Baton Rouge, LA is about 0.14 acres (6,098 sq ft).

