2122 GOVERNMENT ST Active

Baton Rouge,LA 70806

$ 490000

3 Beds

2 Baths

2638 SqFt


Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,638 sqft

Price per Sqft $185

Subdivision Roseland Terrace

MLS Listing ID 2024011028

Style Cottage Style

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Year Built 1916

Lot Size 0.330 Acres

Property Description

**Historic Charm Meets Modern Possibilities in Mid City!** Step into this enchanting 1916 home, a distinguished member of the National Register of Historic Places, where timeless elegance merges with modern convenience. Set on a rare and expansive 120x120 ft lot?an unusual find in the Garden District?this 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence showcases original architectural details such as soaring 10-foot ceilings, exquisite fireplaces, and intricate trim work, offering the perfect blend of character and functionality. The beautifully wrought iron-fenced yard is a private oasis, featuring established gardens and fruit trees?including orange, lemon, satsuma, blueberry, olive, and fig?along with inviting patios and expansive green space. Enjoy leisurely mornings or serene evenings on the grand 500 sq ft covered front porch. Inside, the spacious living room welcomes you with a cozy gas fireplace and original custom-built cabinetry. The well-appointed kitchen is equipped with a Bosch gas range and KitchenAid dishwasher, ample storage, a large pantry, island, and a charming breakfast nook. The first floor also includes a mudroom, a den, a bedroom, and a bathroom with a classic clawfoot tub and separate shower. Upstairs, you'll find two generous bedrooms, a full bath, and a versatile bonus room with plenty of storage space, ready to be customized to your needs. For those with entrepreneurial aspirations, this property is zoned C1 for light commercial use and boasts prime visibility on Government St., offering exceptional potential for an office, gallery, caf�, or other ventures (subject to zoning approval). Ample parking is available with convenient access from both the street and back alley. Recent upgrades include commercial-grade Liftmaster automatic gates with MyQ capability (2020), two energy-efficient Trane AC units (2019, 2020), beautiful wrought iron and wood fencing (2020), and a tankless water heater. Schedule your private showing today!

Location

State LA

Parish East Baton Rouge

Area Ebr Mls Area 51

Interior

Heating Central Heat

Cooling Central Air Cool

Flooring Wood Floor

Fireplaces Type 1 Fireplace,Masonry Firep,Wood Burning Firep

Exterior

Exterior Feature Landscaped,Porch,Rain Gutters

Garage 4+ Cars Park

Fence Full Fence

Roof Type Architec. Shingle Roof

Building

Story 2

Foundation Piers Found

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public Water

Schools

School District East Baton Rouge

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