$1,250,000

452 Cornell Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

4 beds |
3 baths |
2,927 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1940
0.31acre lot
—— car garage
$427/sqft
Listed 3 months ago

Property Description

A “Crown Jewel” of College Town! Located on a large corner lot beneath a majestic oak tree, this four-bedroom three bath home blends timeless character and charm with modern comfort. This home has exceptional curb appeal with lush mature landscaping achieved overtime by Michael Hopping, landscape architect, is a vision! Guest parking leads to walkways and the welcoming entrance exuding understated elegance and sophistication. Enter the welcoming foyer into the spacious living room anchored by a warm fireplace that flows effortlessly into the dining room. The light filled sunroom/breakfast area is surrounded by windows overlooking the extraordinarily lushly landscaped backyard that creates a serene oasis. The charming, well-appointed kitchen features a freestanding Wolf range perfect for the discerning cook. The main level includes a bedroom and an office privately located and ideal for flexible living. Upstairs the primary bedroom and additional bedrooms offer comfort and privacy. Additional features include a detached 274 square-foot studio apartment and bath, a slate roof, copper, gutters, and a whole house generator. The current owner has lived in this meticulously kept home for 50 years and along with Helaine Moyse, interior decorator, have over time created something truly special. With its combination of location, character, and livability this home delivers a lifestyle of elegance, ease, and history in the heart of College Town at the gates of LSU

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: September 3, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:: Burns & Co., Inc. : 225-752-3100
MLS ID:: 2025016946

General: Built-in FeaturesCrown MoldingSee Remarks
Appliances: DishwasherDisposalIce MachineRange/OvenStainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring: Ceramic TileSlateWood
A/C: 2 or More Units CoolCentral AirCeiling Fan(s)
Heating: 2 or More Units HeatCentral
Fireplace: 1 FireplaceFireplace

General: LandscapedLightingRain Gutters
Style: Traditional
Parking: 2 Cars ParkGarageOn StreetParking spaces: 2

Roofing: Slate
General: Wood SidingFrame1Slab

HOA Amenities: 75.0Annually
Originating MLS: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®
School District: East Baton Rouge
County: East Baton Rouge

Zoning: Ward: 1-3Subdivision: College TownLot: 4 +Block: 12. Lot 4 And The East Or Adjacent 25Ft. Of Lot 3 Sq. 12 College TownMeas. 100 Ft. Front On Cornell Ave.X 140 Ft. Along Yale Av. 1974.(96-8946)
Fencing: Wood

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

This listing courtesy of Burns & Co., Inc.

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Location

Schools Nearby

Buchanan Elementary School

1222 E Buchanan St, Baton Rouge, LA, 70802

Grades PK-3

1.33 miles away

Glasgow Middle School

1676 Glasgow Ave, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808

Grades 6-8

1.51 miles away

Lee High School

1105 Lee Dr, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808

Grades 9-12

0.93 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.