The Real Estate Book of Greater Baton Rouge Vol. 14 No. 6

Greater Baton Rouge

HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 14, Issue 6

Avondale

11 ACRES IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN ST. FRANCISVILLE

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DARLA VILLAR BRUNO REALTOR

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More Info: Text RBCZRJG to 52187 18122 KENNER DR, PRAIRIEVILLE Beautiful Twelve Oaks Subdivision! Custom built 4BR/3BA, open, triple split plan, soaring ceilings. Two fireplaces. Custom cabinetry, granite counters. Neighborhood park.

More Info: Text RBCXZMX to 52187 14333 ELISE CATHERINE DR, GONZALES French style home convenient to Airline & just mins from the I-10 corridor. Open, spacious floor plan, 4BR/2BA. Large fenced yard, covered patio. Whole house generator.

More Info: Text RBCZRJF to 52187 14438 LAKE CROSSING DR, GONZALES Great 3BR/2BA in estab. 1 street neighborhood. Neutral paint pallet, 9-10' ceilings, wood lam flooring, formal dining, spacious kitchen. Fenced back yard w/ new gate.

More Info: Text RBCTZMS to 52187 14057 PHIL LN, PRAIRIEVILLE 3BR/2BA. Freshly painted. Newer appliances. Fenced back yard, gazebo, covered patio. House could also be used as an office. There is a servitude for signage on main Hwy.

More Info: Text RBCXZMY to 52187 39357 SEASIDE LN, PRAIRIEVILLE Beautiful home on corner lot with circular drive. 4BR/2BA, open floor plan, high ceilings, brick archway, Pacific Birch wood flooring, fireplace. Large fenced yard.

More Info: Text RBCRFSN to 52187 39440 WOODRUN CIR, GONZALES Beautiful well maintained 3BR/2BA on corner lot. Freshly painted interior, new appliances & granite counters. New HVAC. Fenced in yard.

More Info: Text RBCJVDT to 52187 43088 HWY 42, PRAIRIEVILLE Stately custom 3BR/2BA on corner lot with river views.

Fireplace, new flooring, paint, granite. Incls a 1999 2/2 mobile home. Lots of possibilities!

More Info: Text RBCRBSP to 52187 5163 ETTA ST, BATON ROUGE Near LSU! Great ground level 2BR/2BA condo in Leigh's Cove Gated Community! Freshly painted, tile & wood laminate flooring. Fireplace & office nook.

More Info: Text RBCYLRC to 52187 14419 HARRY SAVOY RD, SAINT AMANT Spacious 3BR/2.5BA home that sits on 1.32 acres.

First floor has been completely renovated. New windows. Large bonus room. Great school district.

More Info: Text RBCVGYN to 52187 38329 OAKLEIGH LN, PRAIRIEVILLE 4BR/2BA home just minutes from Airline & I-10 Prairieville corridor. Open & split floor plan.

Spacious bedrooms. Patio & fenced in yard.

More Info: Text RBCCWXZ to 52187 21116 DIVERSION CANAL RD, MAUREPAS Enjoy life on Three Rivers Island on the Diversion Canal! 2BR/2BA. Cathedral ceiling. Furnished!

Deck, scrnd porch. Boat slip has lift & new cover.

More Info: Text RBCNPSQ to 52187 44013 CONWAY ST, SORRENTO Cute country cottage located just minutes from I-10. 2BR/1BA +220 sq ft sunroom. Freshly painted inside and out. Ceramic tile flooring.

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More Info. Text RBCDQGV to 52187 POPULAR LEXINGTON ESTATES Beautiful CUSTOM BUILT 4BR/3.5BA home.

Gleaming WOOD floors. OPEN FLOOR Plan.

CYPRESS BEAMS AND EXPOSED BRICK. Upstairs MEDIA ROOM. New neighborhood pool. $539,900

More Info. Text RBCWNYD to 52187 4.06 ACRES WITH STOCKED POND Beautiful large property adjacent to Oaks on the Bluff subdivision. Did not flood; Flood Zone X. Lots of area for 2 large homes or can be subdivided. Build your dream home! $450,000

More Info. Text RBCDQHD to 52187 UPDATED SPANISH TOWN DUPLEX Off street parking! Early 1900s "The Powell Home" is full of CHARM & CHARACTER and on National Historic Register. 2BR/1BA +OFFICE Down; 2BR/1BA Up. $375,000

More Info. Text RBCPVLY to 52187 DESIGNED FOR VIEWS of the POOL & LAKE from almost EVERY ROOM! Serene 3BR/3BA PLUS Study home in White Oak Landing! Large Chefs Kitchen.

Triple Split floorplan. $529,900

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More Info. Text RBDDKTP to 52187 1.4 ACRE ESTATE LOT ON CUL-DE-SAC Behind Woodgate Subdivision! 5BR/3.5BA plus STUDY. WOOD FLOORS, Frpl, LOTS of NATURAL LIGHT. Great Kitchen & Keeping Room. Master Suite w/ STUDY/ SITTING RM, AMAZING CLOSET SPACE. $799,900

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More Info. Text RBCSYDY to 52187 UPDATED HOME IN WOODLAND RIDGE 4BR/2.5BA plus Media/Bonus Room. NEW wood lam floors. Kitchen has NEW cabinets, SLAB GRANITE. NEW windows. FRESHLY PAINTED. Huge Master w/sitting area and 4 closets! $289,900

More Info. Text RBCZSXM to 52187 BEAUTIFUL HOME IN HUNDRED OAKS 2BR/2BA plus STUDY with ARCHITECTURAL features that delight! Beautiful SLATE FLOORS. BRAND NEW carpet in Bedrooms & Study. Circular drive, BRICK PATIO and rear deck. $275,000

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More Info. Text RBCCTPW to 52187 MILLBROOK S/D HOME WITH LARGE BONUS Wonderful 3BR/2.5BA home plus BONUS ROOM! Open Kitchen w/ SLAB GRANITE & ISLAND, CUSTOM CABINETS. PINE FLOORS in Living/Dining Rooms, PLANTATION SHUTTERS. Large Fenced Yard. $236,500

More Info. Text RBDCGZJ to 52187 BETTER THAN NEW!!

Beautiful 3BR/2BA plus STUDY in sought after Coursey Cove! Open floor plan with WOOD FLOORS, SLAB GRANITE countertops & island. SCREENED IN PORCH, extended patio and fenced yard $275,000

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More Info. Text RBDBYWH to 52187 RENOVATED HOME ON LARGE LOT! 4BR/2.5BA, open floor plan, wood look tile, CATHEDRAL CEILING, Brick Frpl. AMAZING kitchen w/ SLAB GRANITE, ISLAND, butler's pantry.

Finished Storage Rm/Potential Office. $325,000

More Info. Text RBCZRKH to 52187 UPDATED 3BR/2BA PLUS OFFICE HOME in sought after Azalea Lakes S/D! Beautiful Kitchen w/SLAB GRANITE, SS Appliances. High ceilings, fireplace, built-ins. HIS/HER closets in Master. Fenced yard, SCREENED porch & BRICK PATIO. $235,000

More Info. Text RBDCYVZ to 52187 PERFECT LOCATION! Near shopping, dining and the new Woman's Hospital. CORNER unit townhome, 2 CAR GARAGE and Patio area. Office could be 3rd Bedroom. View of a Green Space, the Pool, Clubhouse. $179,900

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14425 RICHARDSON DR, GREENWELL SPRINGS Large Lot; Updated; Electronic Gate; Dbl Rear Carport; Fenced Yard.

4BR/2BA 1,988 Living Area Call Tricia Johnston For More Photos Text RBCYTWT to 52187 225-754-2000

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8973 SHADOW BLUFF AVE, DENHAM SPRINGS Two Master Bedrooms; Two Living Areas; Large Fenced Lot; 16'x10' Deck.

4BR/3BA 1,830 Living Area Call Tricia Johnston For More Photos Text RBCTZNC to 52187 225-754-2000

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5509 MOORSTONE, BATON ROUGE Spacious Townhome; Game Room; Cathedral Ceiling; Pool & Tennis 3BR/2.5BA, 2,032 LA Call Sandy Jacobs For More Photos Text RBCVSWQ to 52187 225-921-4393

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14160 WINTERSET, GREENWELL SPGS Completely Renovated; Many Amenities; FLOOD ZONE X in Central!

3BR/2BA, 1,840 LA Call Sandy Jacobs For More Photos Text RBCVXYM to 52187 225-921-4393

LOT 46 HUNTERS WAY, DENHAM SPRINGS Cleared and Filled Residential Lot in Beautiful, Popular Pririe Landing .41 Acre Call Tricia Johnston 225-754-2000

2442 SHERRY ST, DENHAM SPGS French Style Garden Home; Built-ins; Frpl; Completely Renovated.

2BR/2BA, 1,640 LA Call Jennifer Loupe For More Photos Text RBDDNPK to 52187 225-445-3941

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23792 4-H CLUB RD, DENHAM SPRINGS .371 Acre (81' x 202') Located near The Reserve at River Ridge Subdivision Call Tricia Johnston 225-754-2000

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LOT 9 BASTILLE ST, DENHAM SPRINGS Cleared Residential Lot in Cul-de-sac; Popular Well Established Subdivision; Convenient Location. .30 Acre Call Tricia Johnston For More Photos Text RBCTZNF to 52187 225-754-2000

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4441 BURBANK DR, BATON ROUGE Walk/Bike to LSU; 2-Story Condo; Private Balcony; Gated Complex.

3BR/2BA 1,587 Living Area Call Tricia Johnston For More Photos Text RBCKZNM to 52187 225-754-2000

17074 KARI DR, PRAIRIEVILLE Large Lot in Cul-de-sac; Fireplace; Whole House Generator; Covered Patio.

4BR/2BA 2,176 Living Area Call Tricia Johnston For More Photos Text RBCXQPK to 52187 225-754-2000

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11555 GLENHAVEN DR, BATON ROUGE Spacious; Huge Bonus Room with 1/2 Bath & Kitchenette; Dbl Carport; Workshop 3BR/2BA + 2 Bonus 2,613 Living Area Call Tricia Johnston For More Photos Text RBCXMTB to 52187 225-754-2000

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9444 WYNDHAM WAY, DENHAM SPRINGS Open Floor Plan; Vaulted Ceilings; Fireplace; Fenced Yard.

4BR/2BA 1,657 Living Area Call Tricia Johnston For More Photos Text RBDFVLR to 52187 225-754-2000

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12173 DEVENTER DR, GEISMAR Dutchtown Meadows New Construction.

Community pool and fishing lake.

Completion set for late summer 2019!

Several available floor plans avail. Pick your colors! $349,900 MLS:2017014468 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: PAM CRUTTI 225-413-6762

12128 CENTRAL PARK DR, GEISMAR Beautiful 4BR/3BA on a large lot in desirable The Parks of Dutchtown. 2-story, high ceilings, loft area, fireplace, formal dining room. Pasture view. Community pool & playground! $324,900 MLS:2019012484 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: NICOLE ROWELL 225-936-4250

12316 OLD MILLSTONE DR, GEISMAR Great opportunity in Old Mill! Beautiful 3BR/2BA PLUS detached in-law space with handicap bath. Hookups avail for outdoor patio kitchen. Third bay garage is heated/cooled. $299,900 MLS:2019012752 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: BRANDY SMITH 225-241-7251

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13352 PRIVACY LN, GONZALES High and dry! No flood insurance required.

Charming Craftsman bungalow with 1/1 In-law apt w/ kit, priv entrance & prking.

Fenced yard with pool. Quiet dead-end street. $269,900 MLS:2018014334 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: RICKY GAUTREAU 225-715-7256

20342 CHEVALIER AVE, BATON ROUGE Beautiful 4BR/2BA open floor plan. New carpet, neutral paint colors, natural wood cabinets, wood & tile floors. Gorgeous liv room makeover. Beautifully landscaped w/ extended patio. $254,900 MLS:2019009455 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: VIRGINIA LUQUETTE 225-715-9234

16277 GREENWOOD DR, PRAIRIEVILLE An outdoor entertainers dream! Precious, beautifully updated home with all the extras! 3BR/2BA, very large, open floor plan.

Wood floors, slab granite, custom cabinetry, fireplace. $239,900 MLS:2019013043 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: MINDY IVANICKY 225-715-6996

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1641 ROMNEY DR, DENHAM SPRINGS Must see! All updated, open floor plan, granite counter tops with B/I wine rack, ceramic flooring, master bath w/ whirlpool tub and sep shower. Extra large wood fenced back yard. $222,900 MLS:2019011970 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: KATIE ALEXANDER 225-806-6702

5253 FAULKNER DR, DARROW This is a must see. One of the largest 3 bedroom floor plans in the subdivision.

Features new roof, new dishwasher, new paint throughout, and new front door.

Owner/Agent $193,000 MLS:2019011555 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: KEE-KEE JULIEN-JUDSON 225-229-7438

LOT 4 JENNY HOLDER LN, LIVINGSTON Rare Find! Beautiful acreage located in a rural setting. A portion of the 23.30 acres is in Flood Zone X. Perfect location to build your dream home. $136,500 MLS:2019001652 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: NICOLE ROWELL 225-936-4250

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PATTON BRANTLEY

225-907-7778 pattonbrantley@gmail.com Licensed by the State of Louisiana

10923 Preservation Way Baton Rouge, LA 70810 225-766-1000

17870 HERITAGE ESTATES DRIVE, BATON ROUGE Beautiful 4BR/3BA off Highland Rd. Spacious kitchen, cypress cabinets, large island, brick floors.

Fireplaces in open keeping room & living room. High ceilings, wide plank pine floors. Master w/ sitting/ offc area. Bonus room.

Huge backyard, covered Text RBCZTPZ to 52187 for more photos porch & patio. $524,900

10913 PRESERVATION WAY, BATON ROUGE Stunning 4BR/3BA single story in desirable Preserve at Harveston with scenic views from front porch. Custom built, upscale finishes. Brick, beam, and custom millwork, wide plank wood floors. Marble counters. Large backyard.

Text RBCZTPX to 52187 for more photos $489,900

11655 HIGHLAND ROAD, BATON ROUGE 4BR/3.5BA home sitting high up on the bluff on historic Highland Rd. Views are magnificent!

Updated kitchen, new bamboo wood floors.

Bonus room off the kitchen with a half bath.

Minutes to LSU and just about everything else!

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1311 RUE DESIREE, BATON ROUGE Newly renovated 3BR/2BA in one of the most centrally located and desired areas in Baton Rouge, adjacent Perkins Rowe and in between Perkins and Highland Road. Quiet, clean neighborhood of Iberville Terrace. Backyard abuts lovely neighborhood Text RBDDNYX to 52187 for more photos park. $284,000

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11929 Sunray Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70816 225-931-8855 Licensed by the State of Louisiana

1820 Wisteria St. Baton Rouge

Old Charm and New Amenities, the best of both worlds. Great location convenient to City Park, LSU, downtown and all the mid-city excitement! Come see this HUGE updated kitchen as well as the charming original fireplaces. In addition to a beautiful updated kitchen and master suite, this home has brand new windows and subfloor insulation retaining the beautiful old wood floors while fixing those old house drafts. Property has a shared driveway and fully fenced backyard with mature citrus trees.

3BR/2BA, 1,676 Sq Ft. $325,000

Ready to Look for Your First Home?

Some Tips to Get You on Your Way You’re finally ready to make the leap from renting into home ownership, which is a very exciting time. But, hey, let’s face it—it can also be overwhelming, and even a little scary. But don’t worry, with the right preparation, you’ll be ready to take the home search head-on and find the perfect home for you.

Here are some helpful ways to prepare yourself for your first house hunt: Take a class.

There are many first-time homebuyer education courses available, many of which are offered online. They provide potential homebuyers with detailed information, advice and budgeting tips on how to purchase a home. And upon completion, some provide a homebuyer certificate, which may allow consumers loan products that might otherwise be out of their grasp.

Save, save, save. And then save some more.

Prospective homebuyers need to save as much as possible toward the purchase price of the house and closing costs.

Though minimum down payments start around 5 percent, the greater the down payment the more favorable the borrowing terms.

If you can purchase a home with at least 20 percent down, you probably will save even more because you won’t need to buy private mortgage insurance (PMI).

Find an agent.

First-timers should ask around or look online to find a trusted real estate agent. An agent’s job is to know how much properties are worth, facilitate the sale process and bring an offer to the seller’s agent—and help guide you along the way.

Research your mortgage options.

There are a lot of mortgage options out there, each with their individual pros and cons. If you’ re having trouble saving up for a larger down payment, check out: x Conventional mortgages that conform to standards set by governmentsponsored entities Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac., which require as little as 3 percent down. x Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans, which permit down payments as low as 3.5 percent. x Veteran Affairs (VA) loans, which sometimes require no down payment at all.

Shopping around for your mortgage can lead to real savings. Saving even a quarter of a point in interest saves thousands of dollars over the life of a loan.

now that you know How to prepare, it’s time to get out there and start hunting for your first home!

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2011 HECK YOUNG RD, ZACHARY SCHOOL DISTRICT! Extraordinary craftsman build home, beautifully appointed, 4BR/3.5BA, hickory wood floors. Outdoor kitchen, fountain, landscaped yard with pond.

18544 WOMACK RD, BATON ROUGE Gorgeous property, renovated with great design, amenities and finishes. 4BR/2.5BA, game room (or 5th bdrm), office, sunroom. Vaulted ceiling w/beams. Pool, patios, gazebo.

14605 TOWN DR, BATON ROUGE Spacious, French Style 4BR/3BA triple split floor plan. Soft neutral colors, triple crown molding, natural light. Large pantry & large island. Master suite w/ sitting area.

Mary Lobos C: 225-268-0501 Coldwell Banker ONE O: 225-925-2500

$200,000

Mary Lobos C: 225-268-0501 Coldwell Banker ONE O: 225-925-2500

Mary Lobos C: 225-268-0501 Coldwell Banker ONE O: 225-925-2500

$189,900

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8000 STONELAKE VILLAGE AVE, BATON ROUGE Precious 2 story condo w/garage in great area just a short drive to LSU campus. Perfect floor plan for roommates. All 3 bedrooms have a private bath & WI closet. Some updates. Gated community.

2414 SHADOWBROOK DR, BATON ROUGE Immaculate home, remodeled 10 yrs ago. Open floor plan. Den w/corner FP, kitchen w/granite & custom cabinetry. Oak flooring. Community clubhouse, pool, tennis, fishing lake. 3BR/2.5BA.

Donna Cutrer C: 225-953-3799 RE/MAX Real Estate Group O: 225-768-7600

Donna Cutrer C: 225-953-3799 RE/MAX Real Estate Group O: 225-768-7600

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36411 THE BLUFFS AVE, PRAIRIEVILLE BEAUTIFUL!!! Desirable Dutchtown area. Recently RENOVATED! 3BR/2BA split plan PLUS office/ playroom - ONLY $215K - awesome schools, fenced yard, wood floors. Warranty provided.

817 ST ROSE AVE, BATON ROUGE Mid-City on the edge of the Garden District. 4BR/3BA, one of six new homes being built on this block. Lrg kitchen island. Upstairs coffee station (or kitchenette). Owner/Agent.

18515 SURREY COURT AVE, BATON ROUGE Lake views in desirable Carriagewood Estates!

Expansive custom 4BR/3.5BA +offc/5th bed.

Cypress beams, exposed brick, rustic dirty top pine floors. Upstairs veranda, outdoor kitchen.

Alexa Ritchie C: 225-405-9009 RE/MAX Real Estate Group O: 225-768-7600

$250,000

Sandy Scallan C: 225-715-3972 Weichert REALTORS, Villar and Company O: 225-744-2610

$250,000

Marie Kennedy C: 225-454-8289 Keller Williams Realty Greater Baton Rouge O: 225-570-2900

$204,900

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17826 JEFFERSON RIDGE DR, BATON ROUGE Beautiful 3BR/2BA, 1935 sqft home. Fireplace, built-ins, patio and fenced back yard. Great family friendly Jefferson Park Subdivision with playground area and community pool.

42046 CONIFER DR, GONZALES Beautiful home with many custom features and lake view! Open concept floor plan, builtins, granite counters, wood cabinets, huge walk-in pantry. Patio with pergola.

28314 LAKE BRUIN DR, LIVINGSTON Come discover the understated elegance of this newly constructed 3BR/2BA home in desirable Lakeside Estates Subdiv.! Custom cabinetry, island, upgraded appliances. Covered patio.

Alexa Ritchie C: 225-405-9009 RE/MAX Real Estate Group O: 225-768-7600

Sandy Scallan C: 225-715-3972 Weichert REALTORS, Villar and Company O: 225-744-2610

Marie Kennedy C: 225-454-8289 Keller Williams Realty Greater Baton Rouge O: 225-570-2900

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30939 CANEY BRANCH RD, 14520 WINSLOW DR, PRIDE 11576 ARCHERY DR, BATON ROUGE DENHAM SPRINGS Mr. & Mrs. Clean live here!! Great Sherwood Forest Beauty!!!

This home was custom built and it location in Huntington Park DID NOT FLOOD!!! Wonderfully shows! 4BR/3BA plus upstairs bonus/ Subdivision. NEW FLOORS, COUNTER appointed. Open floor plan with an media room - or 5th bedroom! Custom TOPS AND CABINETS IN KITCHEN!! island kitchen, family room with cabinetry everywhere! Walk to the Large lot, well maintained home. built-ins and a large dining area. stocked lake to fish. Did NOT Flood and Fenced yard, security system, Large living room. All has been no flood insurance is required. $329,900 Guardian air purifier. $187,900 well maintained. $210,000 Licensed by the State of Louisiana

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Perfect for student or investor!

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BETTER THAN NEW!! Large, gorgeous 5BR/3.5BA home perfect for entertaining! Located in the heart of Baton Rouge and walking distance to the community pool, on a large lot with fenced backyard with plenty of space for your own custom pool! Old beams, antique oiled oak floors, and antique doors in Master. Many owner additions. Chef's kitchen, butler's pantry, sinker cypress herringbone w/ hood, above the 48" commercial grade range w/ double ovens. Lrg Master boasts a private sitting area, huge closet and bath. Outdoor kitchen. Quality workmanship and upgrades throughout.

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4BR with Workshop, Huge Covered Patio, Whole House Generator!

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13650 OAKLEY LN, ST FRANCISVILLE Quaint and exquisite custom built home on a quiet cul-de-sac overlooking the 6th Fairway of the award winning Bluffs' golf course. 3BR/2BA +bonus room.

Pine flooring, brick wall, cypress doors. $399,000

14003 SUNRISE WAY, ST FRANCISVILLE Wow!!! Beautiful custom-built home on 1/2 acre overlooking the golf course in the rolling hills of the Bluffs CC. Acadian style 3BR/3BA, w/private inlaw suite. Stylishly updated throughout. $393,000

8665 E VERNON DR, ZACHARY NEW PRICE! Tucked away on 3 ACRES in the top-rated Zachary School System. Completely renovated 3BR/2BA. 2 lrg workshops w/electricity. Open, airy, bright & no carpet! Never flooded, no flood ins required. $265,000

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5792 SWEET OLIVE LN, ST FRANCISVILLE The Bluff's Country Club & Resorts Afton Villas Townhouses offers a lifestyle of Country Club living at an affordable price. World class golf, top-rated West Feliciana School System. 3BR/3.5BA.

13128 CEDAR POINTE DR, ST FRANCISVILLE Beautiful custom built 3BR/2BA in the newest subdivision in St. Francisville. Top-rated West Feliciana Parish School system. 9 ft ceilings, wood floors, slab granite. Completion expected in Sept. $233,317

4864 PECAN GROVE RD, ST FRANCISVILLE Acadian style garden home in an ideal, convenient location, just steps away from downtown, mins from the West Feliciana schools. 3BR/2BA, 9 ft ceilings, fireplace. Fenced yard, oversized carport. $205,000

225-245-5152 thedanielproperties.com 5223 Commerce St St Francisville, LA 70775 Licensed in Louisiana

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WHO'S WHO in Real Estate!

Candy Picou Linschoten

Gina Boring 225-614-8008

Luxury Home Specialist

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Licensed in Louisiana

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Licensed in Louisiana

Mary Lobos

Sandy Scallan

225-268-0501

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CRP, DRS, CRS, SRES, ABR

225-715-3972

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Office Independently Owned and Operated

Licensed in Louisiana & Mississippi

Weichert, Realtors Villar and Company 225-744-2610

Office Independently Owned and Operated

Licensed in Louisiana

Traci Patin Broker

Linda Gaspard

Certified Luxury Home Specialist

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225-298-6889

225-245-4999

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RE/MAX First 225-291-1234

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Licensed in Louisiana

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Office Independently Owned and Operated

Carolyn Webber

Joy Russell

225-907-7166

225-603-3559

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joyrussellrealtor@gmail.com JoyRussellRealtor.com

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When Only the Best in the Business will do!

Kelly Temple

Sheila S. Hyde

kellysells225@gmail.com

shyde@kw.com

225-305-0510

Scout Properties, LLC 225-289-5080

Office Independently Owned and Operated

Licensed in Louisiana

225-324-6619

Keller Williams Realty Redstick Partners 225-768-1800

Office Independently Owned and Operated

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Broker/Owner

Darla Villar Bruno

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Donna Villar 225-937-9021

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Weichert, Realtors Villar and Company 225-744-2610

Weichert, Realtors Villar and Company 225-744-2610

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Licensed in Louisiana

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Office Independently Owned and Operated

Suzi Eckert Gautreaux

Carlos Alvarez

Associate Broker/Investor, ABR, CRS, Green, GRI, GRI Masters, SRES, SRS; WCR Past President; Multi Million Dollar Producer - 20 years

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Trey Willard

Cathy Craddock

The W Group

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trey@bhhs-united.com www.225propertysearch.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices United Properties 225-615-8055

Mike Walker & Associates Real Estate Co., LLC 225-291-1117

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STEP UP YOUR

HOME SECURITY

BY HIRING A HOME WATCH SERVICE You’ve definitely heard of, and might even have, a home security system. You’ve likely also heard of services that come in and take care of a pet or walk them while the home owner is away. But what about hiring someone trustworthy to keep an eye on the entire property?

That’s where a home watching service comes in, and they are becoming a prolific business, which calls for some heightened awareness on the part of the consumer. Well-meaning neighbors and friends may be happy to check on things while you’re away, but a home watching service does a lot more than bring in your mail and turn the lights on and off.

A home watch service is especially important and helpful if someone has a vacation property or rental property they visit only seasonally.

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Exterior signs of damage, wear and tear, and animal/pest intrusions.

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Landscaping, exterior lighting and patio/ porch areas to ensure everything is in its right place and working correctly.

Second home owners and rental property owners who are away from their properties (such as in another city or state) for extended periods of time would especially benefit from someone keeping a close and watchful eye on the property.

Home watch firms provide myriad services while they’re watching your home, and even inspect your house for things that might not have happened during their watch, checking out areas such as:

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Test lights and replace bulbs if needed.

Thoroughly inspect the attic, garage and crawl spaces.

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Signs of wood rot on the house.

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Test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and home security system if installed.

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Paint condition. No leaks in the house, especially in the attic and around windows.

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Ensure the property is properly secured and protected.

Some home watch professionals also offer prearrival home preparations and cleanings, postdeparture cleaning, hurricane and flooding notifications, storm preparations and more.

So, upgrade the security of your home near or far by contracting a home watch service.

If you do decide to contract a home watch

service, consider one that is accredited through the National Home Watch Association (NHWA), which sets standards and provides accreditation for home watch services in the U.S. and Canada. Visit their website, to find a trusted home watch service near you.

www.nationalhomewatchassociation.org

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12403 LAKE LABELLE CIR, BATON ROUGE 15442 GREEN TRAILS BLVD, BATON ROUGE Beautifully updated country style home with deep front Stunning & Spacious! New Orleans style 4BR/2.5BA home porch while living in the city limits. 5BR/3.5BA, media/ with water view. HOA includes Southern Oaks pool/tennis den area, sunroom, formal dining, bonus room, 3 car membership. Loft, wood floors, granite counters. Master garage. Lovely patio with pergola. Active neighborhood w/ separate Jacuzzi tub & shower. Privacy fenced yard, with clubhouse, pool, and stocked lake. $415,000 amazing screened patio. Rear two car garage. $369,900

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MOVING WITH YOUR KIDS: WHAT MATTERS MOST

Home buying can be stressful enough.

When you’re in the market for a new home, there are many factors in the process that can be worrisome and even a pain.

And if you have children, it’s one of the major considerations of your home buying process and can add to the stress.

Families with children under the age of 18 are confronted with a unique set of needs that play out in the home-buying and -selling process. Those include: A larger home. Buyers with children tend to purchase larger homes than their childfree counterparts. The average buyer with children under 18 purchases a 2,100-squarefoot home with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, while the average buyer with no children chooses a 1,750-square-foot home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Both groups prefer a single-family, detached house.

Factoring in schools. The quality of a neighborhood school district is very important to buyers with children, while it probably isn’t much of a consideration to those without. In addition to the schools themselves, convenience and proximity to them is important as well.

Childcare. Childcare expenses can certainly delay the process of buying a home. Those expenses also have an impact on the buying process, forcing buyers with children to make compromises on the house they purchase, whether it’s the size of the home, the price of the home or the condition of the home.

You may have to sell if your family grows.

Families with children are also more likely to sell their homes as they outgrow their current home – whether it be from having more children, or children growing up and needing more space.

And if you sell, you might have to sell more quickly. Urgent is the word that most often describes the selling situation of sellers with children. If you must enroll a child in a new school, or only have the summer to move, major decisions and moves will have to be made at a much faster pace.

Having children is wonderful, and it’s exciting to move into a new house that your family can call home. But it’s important to consider these factors during your search and when planning so that everything can go as smoothly as possible.

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Text the code listed on the sign rider or in the magazine to 52187.

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The Real Estate Book makes it simple and convenient to interact with your favorite listings and connect with qualified real estate agents.

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17461 JEFFERSON HWY STE A,BATON ROUGE, LA 70817

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HIGHLAND RD, BATON ROUGE WOW!!! Beautiful lot on Historic Highland Road. Perfect location to build your dream home. Hurry now before this one slips away! CALL SHANNON ANDRE DEWEY 225-939-5338

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16496 OAKVIEW DR, PRAIRIEVILLE Elegant beauty in Quail Creek S/D! 4BR/2BA. Wood flrs, cypress cabinets, soaring c'ling. 2 car gar + storage. Excellent schools.

CALL SHANNON ANDRE DEWEY 225-939-5338

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12426 OLD MILL DR, GEISMAR Wow! Beautiful & spacious 3BR/2BA home in the heart of Ascension.

Covered porch overlooks sparkling POOL with cool crete.

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23384 CONIFER DR, DENHAM SPRINGS Gorgeous 4BR/2BA, 1800+ sqft living. Awesome open floor plan, fireplace. Huge backyard, shed, deck, patio.

CALL MICHELLE JOHNSON 225-773-9311

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15805 ELDERWOOD AVE, BATON ROUGE Charming 3BR/2BA in Wedgewood S/D. Quick access to interstate. Convenient to schools, shopping, Ochsner Health Center. CALL KATELYN BARBIER 225-324-7347

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9361 COUNTRY LAKE DR, BATON ROUGE Exceptional 3BR/2.5BA ON THE LAKE in The Highland Club! Fireplace, granite counters, wood floors, large windows. CALL MASON MARANDINO 386-290-5385

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Reasons You Should Consider Buying a New Home House hunting can be fun in the beginning. But now it seems like it’s dragging on. You’re exhausted. It seems like the search will never end and each home you view isn’t how you envisioned it. Whatever the reason: there aren’t enough bedrooms, or the home just isn’t your style. Face it - It’s tough to say you’re going to spend big bucks for a place that you just aren’t 100 percent in love with.

However, there is another option.

You can always build.

Building a new home offers an array of options. You can customize it the way you like and plan it to your exact specifications. It gives you the freedom to make it yours- as opposed to building off someone else’s choices and ideas. Need some more convincing? Here other top reasons why you should build your new home: You get to choose the neighborhood.

Maybe you saw the perfect home, but the neighborhood was anything but ideal. It’s all about location, location, location! For some, location is even more important than what’s inside the home itself. When you build your own home, you get to choose the neighborhood.

The options are endless, which means you’ll get both the house you like and the ideal neighborhood you want.

You create the house layout. Again, it’s all about customization. When building a new home, you get to set things to your exact specifications. Do you want an open-concept home? You got it. Do you have a vision about how the kitchen will be set up? Voice it. Building a new home means you can pick and choose when it comes to the layout of the house and floor plans.

You get to select flooring, paint colors, and more! Building a new home means customization! It can be fun, and it can also help you feel like you have more ownership over your home. You become more immersed in the building and design process, which can, help you understand your home more and allow you to create a space you truly love.

Newer energy-efficient systems will save you money. When it comes to older homes, water and electrical systems often aren’t up to par with the newest technology. Things like air conditioning, heat and water end up costing way more in an older home. In a new home, you can select the most energy efficient systems. This will help you save money on those monthly bills and in the long run.

It’s brand new, meaning no repairs are needed—at least not anytime soon.

Older homes frequently come with their fair share of repairs and necessary upgrades. With all the maintenance, suddenly owning a home can feel like a part-time job. When you build a new home, everything is new. You likely won’t have to pay for repairs or renovations for years to come. This means you’ll be able to sit back and relax and enjoy your new digs!

Start the process of building your new home today and take the first step towards your dream home!

Don’t Wait for Winter

Service Your Furnace or Boiler Now Late fall or early winter is the time most of us begin to crank up our heat, hoping to get toasty right away. But if you have a boiler or furnace, that heat could not be working come the chilly part of the year. That’s why it’s important not to wait until the last minute to service your heating system.

L ots of homeowners have good

intentions when it comes to scheduling maintenance, but it’s easy to forget things like tune-ups when your equipment is still operating correctly. It only becomes an issue when something breaks or fails. The last thing anyone wants however, is to be without heat when the temperatures are below freezing.

So, while its on your mind now, schedule a tune-up for your furnace or boiler. You’ll also beat the crowd in getting it done now, as opposed to waiting until the weather cools. Additionally, there’s many other reasons to tune up your system: Prevent frozen pipes. It’s not unusual for homeowners to lower the thermostat while they’re away from home. However, residents should maintain a regular temperature in their home—around 65 degrees—to avoid bursting or frozen pipes.

It prolongs the life of your furnace.

Regular maintenance can keep your furnace working at maximum efficiency and actually lengthen the life of the equipment. And you might not know this but skipping annual maintenance can often void a manufacturer’s warranty. So not only are you hurting the system, you’re potentially hurting your wallet.

It helps you stay safe. Most furnaces are gas-burning, which produces carbon monoxide. A leak could prove dangerous or even fatal. During routine maintenance, a technician will take preventative measures to ensure this can’t happen, such as changing the filter and giving the furnace a thorough cleaning. Install a carbon monoxide detector as well if you don’t have one already.

So, before the cold weather comes in the coming months, contact your local heating company to come perform a furnace or boiler check-up. You’ll thank yourself later.

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GONZALES On the golf course in Pelican Point. Spacious brick home w/quad split bdrm floor plan. 5BR/4BA, bonus/media room. Covered patio. Private courtyard off den & master. Community pool, tennis & more!

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