5715 Bennington Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

• 5 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 3,008 sqft

Property Description

Welcome to this well maintained home located in a desirable, mature Baton Rouge subdivision, conveniently near hospitals, restaurants, and Louisiana State University. This spacious home offers a wonderful combination of character, architectural details, and generous living spaces. A double glass-front entry door welcomes you into the home, while gorgeous brick flooring continues seamlessly into the kitchen. Wood flooring throughout the dining room and den inviting to the living room showcases a brick fireplace, built-in wet bar, and double French doors leading to the backyard. An elegant brick archway opens into the dining room, which features a built-in china-cabinet and striking brick accent wall. The spacious kitchen offers an electric cooktop, Thermador oven and microwave, recessed lighting, and beautiful cabinetry. The primary suite is spacious and comfortable, featuring an updated bathroom with quartz countertops, an updated shower, and a large walk-in closet with built-ins. An additional room connected to the primary suite provides the perfect space for a home office, nursery, or sitting room. Also located on the first floor are two additional bedrooms and a hallway bathroom with double sinks. The oversized laundry room offers built-in storage and an additional closet. Upstairs, a spectacular extra-large bonus room provides exceptional flexibility and includes a private bathroom, large walk-in closet, and private balcony. A unique spiral staircase with a skylight adds character and brings an abundance of natural light to the space. Outside, enjoy the very large backyard, perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own outdoor retreat. The oversized garage provides plenty of room for vehicles and built-in storage. Additional features include a security system, and a whole-house generator. With vision and creativity, it has the potential to become a truly one-of-a-kind home tailored to your style and future.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

August 3, 2026

Data Last Updated:

August 20, 2026 at 4:06PM

Listing Office:

Compass - Perkins : 225-769-1500

MLS ID:

2026014212

Interior

• General: Built-in FeaturesBeamed CeilingsCeiling Varied Heights
• Appliances: Elec Stove Con
• Laundry: Inside
• Flooring: BrickVinylSheet FloorWood
• A/C: 2 or More Units CoolCentral Air
• Heating: 2 or More Units HeatCentral
• Fireplace: 1 FireplaceWood Burning StoveFireplace

Exterior

• General: BalconyLighting
• Style: Contemporary
• Parking: 2 Cars ParkGarageGarage Door OpenerParking spaces: 2

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: Brick SidingWood SidingFrame2Slab

Location

• HOA Amenities: Maint Subd Entry HOA50.0Annually
• Originating MLS: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®
• School District: East Baton Rouge
• County: East Baton Rouge

Lot

• Zoning: WARD: 1-3SUBDIVISION: STRATFORDPLACELOT: 8. Property Characteristics
• Fencing: BrickFullWood

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®