Adorable 1 Bedroom Condo on second floor overlooks this community's 3 acre lake. The floorplan offers an open living lifestyle. Enjoy the maple cabinetry and granite countertops, hardwood and ceramic tile flooring. The bedroom is spacious and includes a large walk-in closet. This gated community is convenient to LSU and the Bluebonnet/Essen corridors! The HOA includes basic cable, common areas, grounds, building exteriors, security lighting, trash disposal and pest control. A great place to call home! Call or text 225-335-5395 or CLICK HERE for more info! 612 S. Kenilworth Pkwy. Unit 4C Baton Rouge, LA 70820   07/14/2016

Home for sale on Ashland Dr. in Baton Rouge, LA. Listing DetailsHome For Sale in Baton Rouge, LA.1270 Ashland Dr. Baton Rouge, LA. 70806Price: $450,000MLS number: 2016010283Bedrooms: 7Bathrooms: 4Square Footage: 4805Call Jen Burns at 225-907-3305 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing.   Need space? This is the home you have been waiting for! Don't miss this 7 bedroom 4.5 bath home in beautiful Tara Subdivision. Driving up to the home you will notice the nice curb appeal, fresh landscaping, upstairs balcony and a long driveway leading to the rear loading 3 car carport. Entering the home you will immediately be drawn to the open floor plan, antique wooden beams and the tremendous amount of space. Walking through the front door there is an office to your left and... 07/13/2016

How Baton Rouge Home Appraisers Choose Comparable Sales? Home Appraisers in Baton Rouge Are Required To Choose Comps Which “Bracket” Or Sandwich Several Features.  When I speak of "subject", the "subject" references the home being appraised. Sales Price Example: if sales price is $250,000, then we're using comps sold from below $250,000, say $240,000 or $245,000, and comps selling above $250,000, say from $255,000 to $265,000. LocationIf On A Busy Street, Other Sales On Busy StreetsIf subject has a water front view, then including a comp or sale with similar water front viewLot or Land SizeAge Example: If subject is 12 years old, then an Appraiser might use comps with 10 years old and 15 years old. ConditionLiving Area SizeExample: If Home Is 2600sf, Appraisers Use Comps From Say 2400sf... 07/10/2016

Rare opportunity to live in this convenient and secure area! This beautifully maintained 2 bedroom townhome offers you a double garage, courtyard patio, sunroom, dining area with china cabinet built-in, kitchen with granite tiled countertops, laundry room with washer & dryer, pantry, spacious living room with fireplace and large picture window for natural light, including hardwood flooring and crown molding! Upstairs are 2 spacious bedrooms with large closets, separate vanity areas and shared tub/shower combination. The roof is new, heating and air less than 4 years old, and the HOA is low ($100/month) and includes sewer & water. The utilities are unheard of: averaging $30/month! Makes budgeting a breeze with all utilities less than $150/month! Such a convenient location off Jefferson H... 07/05/2016

 Are you looking for homes for sale in Greater Baton Rouge area? Start your home search today! Don't forget to find out what your home is worth, for free!    About Marcia:Previously an employee of the U.S. Postal Service, which in term, has always prepared me to be a servant to my community, and develop the passion and value to always come from contribution. I listen, and You, the client, customer, family or friend, values and necessities will be heard. My experience over the years has created diversity to service: First Time Homeowners, Sellers moving up, or sellers down sizing, New Construction Developments, or New Construction Purchasing, Investors, or Relocating, I am able to provide a superior level of service and professionalism. I continue to seek growth, and education in the eve... 07/03/2016

Baton Rouge Home Appraisers 225-293-1500  ACCURATE VALUATIONS GROUP is a leading provider of residential real estate valuations for the mortgage lending marketplace. With 24 years of experience in the appraisal business and a 3rd generation appraiser in the Baton Rouge area, we have a proven track record of reducing lender’s time, efforts, anticipating underwriter concerns in preparing the report and costs in managing the appraisal process. We proudly hold the designated Louisiana Certified Residential Certification with a proven track record in the appraising industry. We’re one of the leading Baton Rouge Real Estate Appraisers. Our goal is to provide fast, honest and ethical appraisals to the marketplace.COVERAGE. We cover all of East Baton Rouge Parish including Zachary, Baker, Green... 07/02/2016

Home for sale on Lost Oak Dr. in Baton Rouge, LA. Listing DetailsHome For Sale in Baton Rouge, LA.5634 Lost Oak Dr., Baton Rouge, LA. 70817Price: $450,000MLS number: 2016009112Bedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 2 full, 2 partialSquare Footage: 3166Call Jen Burns at 225-907-3305 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing.   Don't miss this stately 2-story home in prestigious White Oak Landing. Driving up to the home you will notice the large columns, second story balcony running the length of the front porch, professional landscaping, circular drive, and 3 car garage. The home sits on a nice wooded 1.36 acre lot which allows for plenty of privacy and space from your neighbors. The home boast 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 2 additional half baths. The master suite is downstairs and... 06/22/2016

Home for sale on Muir St. in Baton Rouge, LA. Listing DetailsHome For Sale in Baton Rouge, LA.6455 Muir St., Baton Rouge, LA. 70810Price: ***NEW PRICE*** $389,900MLS number: 2016008550Bedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 3Square Footage: 2449Call Jen Burns at 225-907-3305 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing.   Don't miss out on this absolutely stunning 4 bedroom 3 bath home in beautiful Audubon Square. This home has soaring 14 foot ceilings, interior brick archway around the formal dining room, real handscraped hardwood floors and a nice open floorplan. The living room is large with a gas fireplace, large window, crown moulding, surround sound and plenty of room for entertaining friends and family. The kitchen is jaw dropping with a nice island, granite counter tops, upgra... 06/15/2016

 320 Lovers Ln, Baton Rouge LA 708063 beds | 2 Baths | 2,101 SqFt$289,000Amazing floor plan and full of natural lighting throughout! Original wood stained flooring, triple crown molding throughout, energy efficient windows. Kitchen includes stainless steel gas cook top, dishwasher and microwave, complimented by subway tile, custom granite counter tops, master bedroom with walk-in closets & tons of space. Exterior features include plenty of driveway space with rear yard covered parking, screened in porch and backyard space with deck – PERFECT for outdoor living & entertaining.Newest Features Recently Added: Fresh paint inside and out Ceiling fans Custom cabinetry with built-in storage space in island Bathroom vanities Centralized AC/Heat Plumbing and Drainage system Learn more about this... 06/09/2016

Broadmoor special with NEW ROOF. This home is on a quiet street and comes with an updated kitchen, party room, and workshop. You will enjoy the refreshed kitchen with stainless appliances and convection microwave, dishwasher, updated countertops and lots of cabinets. Entertaining flows from the living room to the large party room overlooking the lush fenced backyard. A bonus is an additional room that could serve as an office, playroom, or separate den. Behind the garage is a workshop for all of your projects. Freshly painted, shining wood floors, and inside laundry are just a few more special features. Call or text 225.335.5395 or CLICK HERE for more info. 442 N. Parkview Pl Baton Rouge, LA 70815   06/07/2016

Home for sale on Quail Hollow in Baton Rouge, LA. Listing DetailsHome For Sale in Baton Rouge, LA.1531 Quail Hollow Dr., Baton Rouge, LA. 70810Price: $185,000MLS number: 2016008251Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Square Footage: 1546Call Jen Burns at 225-907-3305 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing.   New, new, new is the best way to describe this property! This great 3 bedroom 2 bath home has so many great upgrades and updates. Pulling up to the front of the home you will notice the nice fresh paint, two car carport, fresh flower beds and updated lattice work on the back of the carport. Entering the home you will notice the nice new front door, new ceramic tile in the foyer, kitchen, dining, laundry and bathroom areas. The living room has nice laminate wood flooring ... 06/06/2016

Realtor Appreciation Happy Hour - Baton Rouge Come and hang out with this old blogger for some drinks and appetizers.Bar Louie is a cool place with some great snacks and some happening drinks.Please RSVP  No stress, no hassles, just a good time.    06/01/2016

Adorable cottage in University Gardens just steps from Trader Joe's & Galatoires -- and the LSU Lakes. Relaxing front porch for watching the St Patrick's Day parade leads to the spacious living room with an abundance of natural light reflecting off the gleaming wood floors! Formal dining flows to the kitchen with cottage-style ceramic tile countertops, island, stainless appliances, including gas burner cook-top and wall oven and several major updates. Off the kitchen is the spacious sunroom (22x10) with brick flooring that opens onto the raised deck overlooking the fenced yard. Electronic iron gate leads to the large double carport and storage room, with a breezeway to the house to keep you dry during summer showers. With 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, vintage phone ledge and built-in cabinetr... 06/01/2016

How to Find the Market Value of Your Baton Rouge Home?A recent article "How to Find the Fair Market Value of Your House" agrees with what local Greater Baton Rouge Home Appraisers recommend: Obtain A Home Appraisal!  Most importantly, Home Appraisers will actually physically measure your home to obtain an accurate living area based on national A.N.S.I. standards. In Baton Rouge in April 2016, the average sold price per sq. ft. was $114/sf. If an Agent doesn't measure your home, doesn't know how to measure your home or copies an old and incorrect MLS listing in history, and living is off by 100 sq. ft., then you could potentially lose $11,400.  http://www.gbrhomemeasurement.com/Although the article states below an appraisal cost $500, for my pre-listing appraisal for a for sale by owner ... 05/24/2016

Reader Question: For someone to convert their garage to "living area" square footage, what all would be required to be done? Baton Rouge Home Appraiser Answer:In order for a garage to be converted into legal “living area”, the homeowner probably won’t like the answer or process. What I typically see is a half-way attempt at conversion with cheap indoor/outdoor carpet and window unit heat/air heatpump unit installed. Perhaps 70% of the enclosures I see ARE NOT living area.  And, several I see yearly that the REALTOR called "living area" is not living area.Example of an enclosure with plywood ceiling (not up to building code)The garage would need to be just like the main home, of same quality finish, well insulated, slab level and central heat/air upgraded to handle the additional 380sf t... 05/24/2016

Bedroom adjustments - is 4 Bedroom ALWAYS worth more? by Dave TowneSEE MY COMMENT below Dave Towne's comment. For the past 30 days, I've certainly been reconsidering adjustments for 3 vs 4 bedroom homes and have been less likely to apply an adjustment. It's all situational based on that immediate market and what type of housing.In a downtown setting, senior community or recreational area, there's not as much of a difference in 2 vs 3 or 3 vs 4 bedrooms. However, in a normal suburban track homes neighborhood, there could be more difference.*************************************************Washington State Appraiser, Dave Towne, comments on this situation based on Ryan Lundquist's recent article There are a number of urban myths floating around real estate sales people, and appraisers … wh... 05/24/2016

QUESTION: Would You As A Baton Rouge area Home Buyer Expect To Pay LESS For A 3 Bedroom vs 4 Bedroom IF Both Homes Were 2,500sf Living Area, Same Size in the same Subdivision?IF SO, HOW MUCH LESS? Please leave your comment below . Thank you for your time and help!Why am I asking?I'm appraising a very rare 3 bedroom in a popular Baton Rouge subdivision off South Sherwood Forest Blvd and the perception from homeowner is my 3 bedroom home will sell for less than a 4 bedroom. My research shows in Area 43 (70816 & 70817) over 24 months:29 3 Bedroom sales median sold is $226,000 and $96/sf152 4 Bedroom sales median sold is $233,750 and $95/sf4 BEDROOM HOMES SELL FASTER! 4 Bedrooms sold in 57 days vs 70 days for 3 bedrooms So, it just takes longer to sell a 3 bedroom it seems...MLS Search Para... 05/13/2016

Bill Cobb, Baton Rouge's Home Appraiser 225-293-1500, attended the annual "Trends In Real Estate Seminar" hosted by CID (Commercial Investment Division of the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®) at L’Auberge Hotel.The major theme heard throughout seminar: Rough Seas Are Ahead - Speaking of the oil industry and Louisiana Government Budget Crisis Issues.LISTEN TO AUDIO: Residential Trends Seemed To Brightspot and you can listen to this presentation here: https://soundcloud.com/billdcobb/residential-trends-at-baton Brian Andrews says regulators are now controlling commercial lending and forcing banks to lessen risk by lowering commercial exposure. The growth in commercial is unsustainable and that's where regulators see major risk.Multi-family is weakening with lower rents for fi... 04/23/2016

         PARK FOREST BEAUTY & ONLY 115,900!9756 Russ Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70814$115,900 / 3 Beds + 2 Baths + 1,038 Sq ft Great for first time home buyers! Featuring new ceramic counter tops with customized backsplash with all new appliances - fresh paint throughout the home. Click HERE to schedule a showing!    Virtual Tour of 9756 Russ RoadFind 9756 Russ Road on the map!  Marcia Bellwww.MarciaSellsRealEstate.commarciasells@kw.com / 225-810-5806Office: 225-768-1800"PROVIDING A LEVEL OF SERVICE WITH EXCELLENCE!"Check out my mobile app!  http://app.kw.com/KWE9FHFKKeller Williams Red Stick Partners8686 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70810Independently Owned and Operated. Licensed in LA, USA. 04/23/2016

 Beautifully Renovated Baton Rouge Home for Sale309 Little John DrBaton Rouge, LA 70815$179,9003 beds + 2 baths + 2,188 sqftClick HERE to schedule an appointment to tour this home!MOVE IN READY!  NOW AVAILABLE! HUGE 3 BEDROOM + 2 BATH HOME IS BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED! This home is as good as new! Recently replaced roof, AC, all new electrical wiring throughout the home. All new paint inside and outside, no carpet, laminate wood flooring, throughout living area, hallway, and all 3 bedrooms, new porcelain flooring throughout kitchen and bonus area! Walking through the front door, you are greeted by an open kitchen that features all new appliances,new beautifully installed granite counter-tops that features a mosaic back splash. The living, and dining area has an abundance of natural lighting... 04/22/2016