5929 MENLO DR, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 (MLS# BR2026004160)

5929 MENLO DR, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

$524,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2.1 Square Footage: 3,497 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 23,958 Status: Active
Current Price: $524,900 List Date: 3/08/2026 Last Modified: 4/21/2026

Overview

Description

New Price! Located in the heart of highly sought-after University Acres, this beautifully maintained Mid-Century home sits on an expansive .55-acre partially fenced lot, originally two lots combined, just a short walk to Leeward Drive Park. Known for its large lots, mature trees, unbeatable proximity to LSU, and major medical centers, this neighborhood is a popular choice for many who value its quiet charm and central convenience. This home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an abundance of entertaining living space, including a large sunroom, spacious family room, and additional living room. The property features multiple poured concrete pads for extra parking beyond the 2-car garage with attached storage, plus three decked walk-in attics, including an air-conditioned attic upstairs for year-round storage. Additional highlights include a 7-year-old roof, gas dryer connection, and peace of mind with a home that has never flooded and is not in a flood zone. With its prime location near L ...

Listing Details MLS# BR2026004160

Listing Info

Delayed Marketing
No
Listing Price
524900
List Price/SqFt
178.54
Type
Single Family Residence
Document Modified
2026-04-21 13:12:04.195141
Modification Timestamp
2026-04-21T18:12:47Z
Photo Modified
2026-03-16T10:16:01Z

Location Tax Legal Info

Street Number
5929
Street Name
MENLO DR
Parish
East Baton Rouge
State
LA
Zip Code
70808
Area
EBR MLS Area 52
Tax Assessment Number
30845352
Directions
From Highland Road, take Sunset Blvd. to Menlo Dr., left on Menlo Dr., and the house is on the right.

General Property Description

# Bedrooms
4
Baths - Full
2
Baths - 1/2
Yes
Total Baths
2.1
SqFt - Living
2940
SqFt - Total
3497
SqFt - Source
Appraiser
Stories
2
SqFt - Covered Porch
61
SqFt - Storage
109
SqFt - Garage
387
Year Built
1961
Acres
0.55
Acreage Range
0.51 - 0.99
Assn Fee $
30
Assn Fee Terms
Yearly
Lot Dimensions
168.34 x 302.80 x 72 x 189.47
Mineral Rights
Conveyed
Pool on Subject Property
No

Rooms

Bedroom 1 Level
Second
Bonus Room Level
Second
Dining Room Level
First
Family Room Level
First
Foyer Level
First
Kitchen Level
First
Living Room Level
First
Primary Bedroom Level
First
Bedroom 2 Level
First
Bedroom 3 Level
Second
Bedroom 4 Level
Second
Bedroom 5 Level
Second
Bedroom 6 Level
First
Bedroom 7 Level
First
Bedroom 8 Level
Second
Bedroom 1
Yes
Bonus Room
Yes
Dining Room
Yes
Family Room
Yes
Foyer
Yes
Kitchen
Yes
Living Room
Yes
Primary Bedroom
Yes
Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 4
Yes
Bedroom 5
Yes
Bedroom 6
Yes
Bedroom 7
Yes
Bedroom 8
Yes

Originating Details

Originating System ID
ROAMP
Originating System Key
2026004160
Originating System Listing ID
2026004160
Originating System Name
ROAM Paragon

Location, Tax & Legal Info

School District
East Baton Rouge
Legal Desc
Ward: 1-3, Subdivision: University Acres, Lot: 12-A, Block: H. Lot 12-A Sq H, Cont 0.547 Acres, Resub Of Lots 11-14 Sq H University Acres, Located In Sec 46,T7s, R1e Resub 2021

More Information

Remarks & Misc

Remarks
New Price! Located in the heart of highly sought-after University Acres, this beautifully maintained Mid-Century home sits on an expansive .55-acre partially fenced lot, originally two lots combined, just a short walk to Leeward Drive Park. Known for its large lots, mature trees, unbeatable proximity to LSU, and major medical centers, this neighborhood is a popular choice for many who value its quiet charm and central convenience. This home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an abundance of entertaining living space, including a large sunroom, spacious family room, and additional living room. The property features multiple poured concrete pads for extra parking beyond the 2-car garage with attached storage, plus three decked walk-in attics, including an air-conditioned attic upstairs for year-round storage. Additional highlights include a 7-year-old roof, gas dryer connection, and peace of mind with a home that has never flooded and is not in a flood zone. With its prime location near LSU, the LSU Lakes, restaurants, and quiet tree-lined streets, this property offers the lifestyle University Acres is known for - space, convenience, and timeless character.

Office/Member/Contract Info

List AOR
GBRAR

Style

Traditional
Yes

Siding

Wood
Yes

Parking

Garage
Yes

Construction

Brick
Yes
Frame
Yes

Foundation

Slab
Yes

Exterior

Outside Light
Yes

Heating

Central
Yes

Interior

9+ Ft Ceiling
Yes
Attic Access
Yes
Bookcases
Yes
Electric Dryer Con
Yes
Electric Stove Con
Yes
Electric Washer Con
Yes
Varied Ceiling Heights
Yes

Cooling

2 or More Units
Yes
Central Air
Yes

Flooring

Carpet
Yes
Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes
Other
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Electric Cooktop
Yes
Microwave
Yes

Utilities

Gas: Entergy
Yes

Amenities

Park
Yes

Fencing

Full
Yes
Privacy
Yes
Wood
Yes

Other Structures

Workshop
Yes

Financing

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes
Rural Development
Yes
VA
Yes

Property Features

Style: Traditional Siding: Wood Parking: Garage Construction: Brick; Frame Foundation: Slab Interior: 9+ Ft Ceiling; Attic Access; Bookcases; Electric Dryer Con; Electric Stove Con; Electric Washer Con; Varied Ceiling Heights Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood; Other Heating: Central Cooling: 2 or More Units; Central Air Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Cooktop; Microwave Rooms: Bedroom 1; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Family Room; Foyer; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Bedroom 6; Bedroom 7; Bedroom 8 Fencing: Full; Privacy; Wood Amenities: Park Exterior: Outside Light Other Structures: Workshop Utilities: Gas: Entergy Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; Rural Development; VA

Room Information

Room Name Length Width Level Remarks
Foyer 7.10 6.00 First FOYER
Foyer 7.10 6.00 First FOYER
Foyer 7.10 6.00 First FOYER
Foyer 7.10 6.00 First FOYER
Foyer 7.10 6.00 First FOYER
Foyer 7.10 6.00 First FOYER
Bedroom 1 14.10 11.70 Second BEDROOM
Living Room 19.70 15.50 First LIVING ROOM
Living Room 19.70 15.50 First LIVING ROOM
Living Room 19.70 15.50 First LIVING ROOM
Living Room 19.70 15.50 First LIVING ROOM
Living Room 19.70 15.50 First LIVING ROOM
Living Room 19.70 15.50 First LIVING ROOM
Bonus Room 16.40 10.80 First BONUS ROOM
Bonus Room 16.40 10.80 Second BONUS ROOM
Bonus Room 16.40 10.80 Second BONUS ROOM
Bonus Room 16.40 10.80 Second BONUS ROOM
Bonus Room 16.40 10.80 Second BONUS ROOM
Bonus Room 16.40 10.80 Second BONUS ROOM
Primary Bedroom 14.90 14.90 First PRIMARY BEDROOM
Primary Bedroom 14.90 14.90 First PRIMARY BEDROOM
Primary Bedroom 14.90 14.90 First PRIMARY BEDROOM
Primary Bedroom 14.90 14.90 First PRIMARY BEDROOM
Primary Bedroom 14.90 14.90 First PRIMARY BEDROOM
Primary Bedroom 14.90 14.90 First PRIMARY BEDROOM
Kitchen 10.30 10.80 First KITCHEN
Kitchen 10.30 10.80 First KITCHEN
Kitchen 10.30 10.80 First KITCHEN
Kitchen 10.30 10.80 First KITCHEN
Kitchen 10.30 10.80 First KITCHEN
Kitchen 10.30 10.80 First KITCHEN
Bedroom 2 11.90 9.50 First BEDROOM
Bedroom 3 14.10 11.70 Second BEDROOM
Dining Room 12.40 12.90 First DINING ROOM
Dining Room 12.40 12.90 First DINING ROOM
Dining Room 12.40 12.90 First DINING ROOM
Dining Room 12.40 12.90 First DINING ROOM
Dining Room 12.40 12.90 First DINING ROOM
Dining Room 12.40 12.90 First DINING ROOM
Family Room 24.00 12.50 First FAMILY ROOM
Family Room 24.00 12.50 First FAMILY ROOM
Family Room 24.00 12.50 First FAMILY ROOM
Family Room 24.00 12.50 First FAMILY ROOM
Family Room 24.00 12.50 First FAMILY ROOM
Family Room 24.00 12.50 First FAMILY ROOM
Bedroom 4 11.90 15.30 Second BEDROOM
Bedroom 5 11.90 15.30 Second BEDROOM
Bedroom 6 11.90 9.50 First BEDROOM
Bedroom 7 11.90 15.30 First BEDROOM
Bedroom 8 14.10 11.70 Second BEDROOM
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Listing Office: The Musso Group
Last Updated: April - 21 - 2026
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