BACK ON THE MARKET DUE TO BUYER'S INABILITY TO OBRAIN FINANCING! This charming fixer-upper is located on the highly desirable Highland Road and features two-bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious family room, eat-in kitchen AND a bonus room - perfect for an office or play area. While the home is in need of restoration, it offers a fantastic opportunity for investors or buyers looking to add personal touches and build equity. Located within walking distance to local stores and minutes away from LSU, this one is too good to miss! Dont miss the chance to bring this home back to life!
- LA
- Baton Rouge
- 70808
- 5290 Highland Rd
- MLS# 2025015604
- Date Listed08/21/2025
- Days on Realty 136 Days
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.23 acres (10,019 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Rural Tract (no Subd)
- Property Type Single Family
- County East Baton Rouge
- Year Built 1939
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,387 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $97.33
Interior Features
- Cooling Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
- Heating None
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres 0.23
- Lot Size SQFT 10,018.80
- Lot Features -
Directions
From Staring Lane, right onto Highland Road. House on the left.
Financial Considerations
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 12 • Serves this home
4.87 mi
Distance
Sherwood Middle Academic Academy
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
10.33 mi
Distance
Northdale Alternative Magnet Academy
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
11.54 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 12 • Serves this home
4.87 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
11.83 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
13.37 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
13.8 mi
Distance
Sherwood Middle Academic Academy
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
10.33 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
12.17 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
12.67 mi
Distance
Northdale Alternative Magnet Academy
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
11.54 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
12.2 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
13.25 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7642 IBIZA Drive | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 30, 2025 | $270,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $291,253 |
| 482 STANFORD | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 30, 2025 | $399,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $322,221 |
| 823 LEE Drive | Listing | 5 | 3 | Dec 30, 2025 | $326,685 | Mar 21, 2024 | $313,865 |
| 814 LEE Drive | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 30, 2025 | $244,520 | Jan 04, 2026 | - |
| 805 LEE Drive | 3 | 2 | Dec 30, 2025 | $255,435 | Jan 04, 2026 | - |
| 848 LEE Drive | Listing | 4 | 3 | Dec 30, 2025 | $298,525 | Mar 21, 2024 | $279,679 |
| 722 SEYBURN Court | Listing | 3 | 3 | Dec 30, 2025 | $225,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $199,522 |
| 815 LEE Drive | Listing | 4 | 2 | Dec 30, 2025 | $253,250 | Mar 21, 2024 | $285,012 |
| 834 LEE Drive | Listing | 4 | 2 | Dec 30, 2025 | $245,214 | Mar 21, 2024 | $281,876 |
| 829 LEE Drive | Listing | 4 | 3 | Dec 30, 2025 | $272,445 | Feb 15, 2023 | $353,300 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 31,697 | 221,044 | 441,031 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 2,660 | 2,501 | 969 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.2 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 34.1 | 34 | 35.6 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $80,033 | $48,867 | $58,827 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $53,192 | $30,734 | $33,770 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 89 | 96 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 39.7°F | 40.2°F | 40.2°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 91.4°F | 90.7°F | 90.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.08" | 65.08" | 63.9" | 38" |
53/100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score ®
44/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 26/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 38/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 5290 Highland Rd
Source: Realty.com
5290 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 is a Single Family 1,387 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 11 photos available of this 2 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $135,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 11 photos of 5290 Highland Rd.
Our records indicate that 5290 Highland Rd was built in 1939.
The full address for this home is 5290 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808.
5290 Highland Rd has been listed on Realty.com since Thu August 21, 2025
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 26/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 38/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 5290 Highland Rd. Ebr Virtual Academy (Grades: PK - 12), Sherwood Middle Academic Academy (Grades: 6 - 8), Northdale Alternative Magnet Academy (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Goodwood Realty
(tel: 225-366-9993)
Listing agent:
Bridget Lewis
(#B18614)
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