509 Franklin St

Off Market

509 Franklin St

Baton Rouge LA 70806

1466 sq. ft.

4791.6 sq. ft.

Single-Family

Christie Farris, last sold this property on 24 April 2026 after 87 days on market.

Overview

Charm and character meet modern updates in this beautifully maintained Mid-City Baton Rouge cottage in Capital Heights. This updated 2-bedroom plus office, 1-bath home offers timeless appeal with thoughtful improvements throughout. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof (2026), new covered back porch (2024), smart thermostat (2025), new insulation in the attic and crawl space (2025), and a new back fence (2025). Despite the updates, the home retains its original character with hardwood floors, crown molding throughout, and a welcoming open living area that flows seamlessly into the breakfast nook and kitchen. The bright, functional galley-style kitchen features white cabinetry, white subway tile backsplash, wood countertops, floating wood shelves, and stainless steel appliances. A spacious office provides flexibility and could easily serve as a third bedroom. Enjoy outdoor living in the fully fenced backyard with a generous covered patio, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Conveniently located within walking distance to Government Street, with easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment, this home offers the best of Mid-City living.

Features

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1466 sq. ft. floor area

4791.6 sq. ft. lot size

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 2 bedroom single-family properties sold in Baton Rouge over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 509 Franklin St is $250k.

Median value

$250k

Estimated value range

$17k - $630k

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

12%

increase over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Baton Rouge. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 509 Franklin St

2026

Sold

Undisclosed

24 Apr 2026 by Christie Farris, of PINO & Associates

2022

Sold

Undisclosed

02 Feb 2022 by Harrison Rainwater, of Burns & Co., Inc.

2021

Sold

Undisclosed

19 Apr 2021 by Katherine Coghlan, of Burns & Co., Inc.

Happy sellers in Baton Rouge

85%

85% of sellers in Baton Rouge reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

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Local market activity for 2 bedroom single-family properties in Baton Rouge

In the last 12 months, 35 two-bedroom single-family properties similar to 509 Franklin St, have been sold.

This represents a 6% increase in two-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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