Not your expected Lakeshore Gardens "garden home"! Here is a family home in this exclusive neighborhood, located on a quiet cul-de-sac with on one of the largest lots in the neighborhood! Enter through the true New Orleans styled courtyard to a galley foye'r, with the master suite off to the right. Exposed brick and cypress beams meet gleaming heart of pine flooring throughout all of the living areas. The kitchen is open with a large island, gas cooktop, window overlooking the courtyard, that opens to the spacious living area on one side and the more formal dining area on the other. Such a wonderful floorplan! A wall of French doors open from the den to the large covered patio that overlooks the large yard. Another wall of windows flows from the dining to the outdoors as well for more a... 01/05/2016

This home offers so much -- quiet neighborhood off of Coursey/Sherwood corridors with neighborhood pool, quiet cul-de-sac lot, and an abundance of space for expanded living! With four bedrooms along one wing -- one currently used as an outstanding sitting/TV room -- with a spacious master bedroom overlooking the large covered patio and outdoor living areas. Formal areas include a formal dining and living area, opening onto the large kitchen with a unique floorplan and breakfast room, flowing to a large laundry and pantry area. There is such an abundance of work space in this kitchen! Off the kitchen area is the perfect guest suite with full bath. The den includes vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, masonry fireplace and a wall of windows overlooking the covered patio and open flagstone pati... 01/05/2016

Pride | Baton Rouge CommunitiesLocated in the Baton Rouge zip code of 70770, Pride is an unincorporated community. Pride is not the only unincorporated communities in Baton Rouge but there is also Port Hudson, Plains, Fred, Greenwell Springs, Burtville, Baywood and Alsen which are also Baton Rouge communities. The town of Pride was started in the late 1800's and has plenty of history.  The town is zoned for the Central Community School District.Get more information about buying a home in Baton Rouge! Contact Sabrina Didier, your local Baton Rouge real estate agent, at 225-773-2352.Search homes for sale in Baton Rouge by clicking here.Some of the benefits to living in Pride, Louisiana is the expected job growth. The unemployment rate is over 2% lower than the state and jobs have recently... 01/05/2016

Nicholson Lakes Subdivision in Baton Rouge, LA Find similar homes for sale to the Nicholson Lakes Subdivision in Baton Rouge, LA Super friendly neighborhood in the prestigous Dutchtown school district. Located off of Nicholson Road also known as Highway 30. Close to Bluebonnet Blvd, LSU, Downtown Baton Rouge, Lauberge Casinos and more. Contact 225.289.3656 for more information on homes available in Nicholson Lakes Subdivision Baton Rouge, LA!  Perfect for Growing FamiliesThe square footage of these homes range from 1,400 square feet to over 2,300 square feet. These homes consist mainly of 2 to 3 bedrooms.Nicholson Lakes Subdivision prices vary depending upon size, condition, upgrades and remodeling.  Price range is $160,000-$210,000.The home owners association(HOA) fees are $462/year. T... 01/04/2016

Virtual Reality Home Viewing Technology has always fascinated me! Technology applied to visual marketing or visual presentation within residential real estate, whether via amateur photos or Fotosold quality photos, Animoto style photo slideshow videos or real video tours, illustrated sketch images or animated floor plans, the standard or bar in presentation keeps being raised by those willing to go First and making deep pocket investments into technology. Last week during my time off and while perusing Facebook, I saw where Darren James Real Estate Experts shared and stated, "Darren James Real Estate Experts...Bringing Virtual Reality to Home Viewing in 2016! The only real estate company in the Greater Baton Rouge Area to offer this innovative technology to enhance the real estate exper... 01/03/2016

Homestead Exemption | Baton Rouge Real Estate TermsChances are, if you bought a house this year, you may be looking for a little extra money. If you find yourself in this position and want to know how to save approximately $750-$800, you should file for homestead exception. In Louisiana, filing for homestead exception allows Louisiana residents to receive a tax break. To qualify for this exemption, you must own and be living in your new home. All you have to do is follow the steps below.Search homes for sale in Baton Rouge by clicking here.If you are a Baton Rouge resident and want to know how much your Baton Rouge home is worth, contact Sabrina Didier at 225-773-2352.To file for a homestead exemption, you will need to visit your nearest Parish Tax Assessor Office. You will need to brin... 12/17/2015

Central High School | Baton Rouge SchoolsCentral High School takes a lot of pride in its students and facilities. The community has given this school very high ratings and feel like the staff consists of trained professionals who put their students first. The Louisiana Board of Education has given this high school an 'A' rating, or 105.9 rating which is up almost 10 points from last year. This school is located at 10200 East Brookside Drive in Baton Rouge LA 70818.To find homes for sale zoned for Central High School and Central Community School District, contact Sabrina Didier at 225.773.2352.There are a number of sports, programs, and additional activities students can get involved with at school such as volleyball, wrestling, basketball, baseball, swimming, bowling, cross country, foo... 12/15/2015

Why Interest Rates are Improtant to Sellers, and Why They Shouldn't Wail Until Spring to List.This time of the year I am asked if Sellers's should wait until spring to list thier home.  Or,  I am asked what is the best time to list my home.  The facts are that homes sell every month of the year, including winter and the holidays.   Some of my most productive months have been November thru February.  Here I would like to summarize 3 reasons why sellers shouldn't wait to list their Baton Rouge Homes. 1..  Interest Rates Are Important to Sellers.  Most experts agree they will rise in 2016 and 2017.   This is extremely important  not only to buyers but also to sellers and here is why:  As interest rates rise, buyers fall out of being able to afford a home they proviously qualified to buy.  ... 12/10/2015

Open House Eflyer for 1041 Cyril Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - presented by Capital Homes Specialists   Open House   December 13, Sunday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM   Address   1041 Cyril Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA   Click for Directions!     View Property Website for more information, pictures, current price, maps, schools and more!   $269,000 | 3 BEDROOMS | 2 (1 full, 1 half ) BATHROOMS | 1784 SQUARE FEET   1041 Cyril Ave is a house in Baton Rouge, LA 70806. Open this Sunday 2-4pm!  New Price of 269k.  What a rare find and sitting on an 1 acre lot.  The house can be customized and updated or someone can build a whole new property.   The Land is valued at current price alone which gives so many possibilities to have with this great property.  What a wonderful opportunity with so much potential.  It is ... 12/08/2015

Broadmoor-Sherwood Forest | Baton Rouge Neighborhood If you are looking to relocate to a Baton Rouge Neighborhood, Broadmoore-Sherwood Forest Neighborhood of Baton Rouge is a must see. This enchanting neighborhood in the suburb of Baton Rouge features homes with ranch styled architecture, mature trees and healthy green lawns. Many of the residents take good care of their homes and have kept up with the modern open floor plan and have added sun rooms.If you are a Baton Rouge resident and want to know how much your Baton Rouge home is worth, contact Sabrina Didier at 225-773-2352.Search homes for sale in Baton Rouge by clicking here.There are many options for those interested in living in this neighborhood. Some of the smaller and less expensive options are the beautiful townhomes located... 12/05/2015

15012 Woodlore Dr, BR 70816 | Baton Rouge House For SaleThis amazing new Baton Rouge house for sale located at Woodlore Drive has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. This home is listed at $157,000 and is measured at 1,557 square feet, making the listing price $101 per square foot. This home was built in 1989 and has recently been remodeled to fit a more modern style. This new Baton Rouge real estate listing is a single story home and features a patio area in the front of the home.If you are a Baton Rouge resident and want to know how much your Baton Rouge home is worth, contact Sabrina Didier at 225-773-2352.Search homes for sale in Baton Rouge by clicking here.This move in ready home in Baton Rouge, LA 70816 is priced to sell. Baton Rouge real estate agent Sabrina Didier is the listing a... 12/03/2015

Must See Baton Rouge NeighborhoodsSearch homes for sale in Baton Rouge by clicking here.Baton Rouge, Louisiana is the second largest city in the state of Louisiana and located just east of the Mississippi River. This capital city has a richhistory, which has been influenced by several different countries including France, Britain, and Spain who took ownership of the area before the United States made Louisiana a territory.Aside from being a major cultural center, Baton Rouge is a key port and in the top 10 United States ports in terms of the amount of goods imported and exported. It is also a major industrial center, home to many top research facilities, has a booming technology industry, with a booming oil industry as it has the 2nd largest oil refinery in the country, and a growing me... 12/03/2015

Shenandoah Estates Baton Rouge Home Prices Up In 2015, at least 3.4 percent year to date based on sold price per square foot.Shenandoah Estates Baton Rouge 2015 Home Prices chart below:Average Sales Price in 2015 has been $205,319, median sales price $208,000, average sales price $92/sf for the average home size of 2,259sf. That's a $3.00 per square foot jump from 2014 or 3.4% increase Year To Date as of 12/03/2015. And, this is based on 82 sales, which indicates a solid up trend. Average days it took to sell a home was 78 days with homes selling from 1 to 310 days on the market. Homes generally sold for 97 percent of listing price or a 3 percent discount off listing price.PDF states the GBRAR MLS data use disclaimer.Data Used With Permission of Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTO... 12/03/2015

U Club Special! Located in a quiet cul-de-sac in popular University Club is this immaculate 4 bedroom/3 bath home. The spacious foyer opens onto a large formal dining room with gleaming wood floors and plantation shutters. The kitchen, anchored with a large island with gas cooktop and granite countertops, contains a beautiful custom cabinet wall providing an abundance of storage. Brick pavers bring warmth to the kitchen which opens onto a large keeping area through a stunning brick arched entry. Enjoy the gas log fireplace in the keeping room on these chilly evenings. A side entry into the keeping area welcomes guests. The laundry room is spacious as well, and offers more cabinetry for storage. Behind the keeping room is a guest bath and bedroom, perfect for out-of-towners to enjoy priv... 12/02/2015

I recently completed a Baton Rouge Divorce Home Appraisal in Oak Hills Place Subdivision in the hottest zip code in Baton Rouge - 70810. Oak Hills Place was developed in approximately the 1960s. Home sizes range from 1821sf to 4986sf, average 2667sf. The following is my report on the home sales trends from September 2014 to November 2015 Year-To-Date.Oak Hills Place Subdivision Baton Rouge 70810 Home Sales Update 09/2014 to 11/2015 YTD:Eight (8) Oak Hills Place Home Sales From $210,500 to $619,000Median Sales Price $350,000Average Sales Price: $354,562Median Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $118/sfAverage Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.:$122/sf, $72/sf to $192/sfAverage Sales Price To Listing Price Ratio: 95%Average Days On Market: 76 Days.Average Size Home: 2,909 sq. ft.NOTE: Average Listing To Sales Pr... 11/28/2015

Why Baton Rouge REALTORS® Suggest Listing Price Home AppraisalsPublished Originally on my Greater Baton Rouge Pre-Listing Appraisals Website "Pre-Listing Articles": http://www.gbrprelistingappraisals.com/pre-listing-appraisal-articles/ REALTORS® and Agents are professionals who are trained to sell homes and understand what buyers want in a home and community. Sellers usually do not have such training and understanding, nor the data sources from which they can research information in order to have logical or realistic opinions about the true value of their home and/or what it will take to sell their home. Agents often engage a local Baton Rouge Home Appraiser, as a non-biased third party, to help in the listing process to facilitate a greater understanding for the seller.1.) Seller’s unr... 11/28/2015

I recently completed a Baton Rouge Pre-Listing Home Appraisal in Baton Rouge's Executive Luxury Subdivision, University Club Plantation. The following is my report on the existing home sales trends from January 2015 to November 28, 2015.  Why the focus on just existing home sales?  Because the home I'm appraising is approximately 10 years old now and the contrast between new home sold prices and existing home prices is of no comparison.  The average sales price per sq. ft. of existing homes in 2015 was $166 vs. $186/sf for new construction.  Why the focus on median sales price?  Because median sales price tends to focus on what's most common or most accurate, discounting the outliers of the generally abnormal $385,000 and $1,100,000 sales. Pinterest Board: University Club Plantation Bat... 11/28/2015

USDA or Rural Development Home Appraisal Requirement follow the most current FHA appraisal requirements. In 2015, FHA increased appraisal standards and requirements for a house to qualify for FHA financing. Assuming the house actually meets each of these standards below, these are the new comments I've added to my Baton Rouge USDA Home Appraisal Reports  As with any home purchase, new house or existing house, I highly recommend a thorough home inspection!USDA INTENDED USE and INTENDED USER“The intended use of the appraisal is solely to assist USDA in assessing the risk of the Property securing the USDA-insured Mortgage. USDA and Mortgagee are intended users of the appraisal report. The USDA Appraiser does not guarantee that property is free from defects. The appraisal establishes the va... 11/28/2015

Fannie Mae CU or Collateral Underwriter can be frustrating to Home Appraisers when their computer models try to second guess Appraiser's judgment. Now computer models tell Appraisers the comps they should use instead of Appraiser JudgmentFor example, this past week, I performed a foreclosure purchase on a home obviously needing some repairs and on the market for a much longer than average 275 days in two (2) REO listings.  It sold between $25,000 to $30,000 below market...for a reason.  After submitting the report, I received the following revision request: "The appraiser-provided comparables are materially different than the model selected comparables."  What this means a computer selected the comparables sales I should have used not even understanding this is a foreclosure, the condit... 11/28/2015

6686 St. Mary ave, Baton Rouge 70811 | Baton Rouge real estate listingsThis amazing 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home in Baton Rouge, LA was listed in early November. In addition to the 3 bedrooms, there is also a bonus room with a brick fireplace. This room has large windows overlooking the green back yard of this Baton Rouge real estate listing. The front and backyard of this home displays beautiful mature trees which provide shade to the home during the warm summer months.If you are a Baton Rouge resident and want to know how much your Baton Rouge home is worth, contact Sabrina Didier at 225-773-2352.This home is priced at $150,000 and measures 2,529 square feet. The listing price per square foot is just under $60 per square foot which is an incredible deal. Located in the Brownsfield neighb... 11/26/2015