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Homes for Sale Near Louisiana State University

Review active homes for sale within 3 miles of Louisiana State University's campus. Select a listing to view details, or inquire about a specific property.

8 homes for sale

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0.3 miles from campus

Single-Family · West State Street

3 bd 1.5 ba 1,300 sqft$340,000

Classic Baton Rouge cottage west of campus. Updated kitchen, original wood floors, screened porch, and a fenced yard. Walkable to LSU and the levee bike path.

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0.3 miles from campus

Single-Family · West State Street

3 bd 1.5 ba 1,300 sqft$340,000

Classic Baton Rouge cottage west of campus. Updated kitchen, original wood floors, screened porch, and a fenced yard. Walkable to LSU and the levee bike path.

For Sale

0.5 miles from campus

Single-Family · South Baton Rouge

3 bd 2 ba 1,600 sqft$385,000

Charming 3-bedroom home south of LSU with southern curb appeal. Updated kitchen, hardwood floors, covered back patio, and a fenced yard. Close to campus and the Nicholson Gateway development.

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0.5 miles from campus

Single-Family · South Baton Rouge

3 bd 2 ba 1,600 sqft$385,000

Charming 3-bedroom home south of LSU with southern curb appeal. Updated kitchen, hardwood floors, covered back patio, and a fenced yard. Close to campus and the Nicholson Gateway development.

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0.5 miles from campus

Condo · North Gates

2 bd 2 ba 1,050 sqft$295,000

Updated 2-bedroom condo near the North Gates of LSU. Granite kitchen, in-unit laundry, secure entry, and covered parking. Walk to campus and Tiger Stadium. Great for a parent or grad student.

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0.5 miles from campus

Condo · North Gates

2 bd 2 ba 1,050 sqft$295,000

Updated 2-bedroom condo near the North Gates of LSU. Granite kitchen, in-unit laundry, secure entry, and covered parking. Walk to campus and Tiger Stadium. Great for a parent or grad student.

For Sale

0.6 miles from campus

Single-Family · North Gates

4 bd 2.5 ba 2,100 sqft$475,000

Beautiful 4-bedroom home near LSU. Remodeled kitchen with island, original architectural details, large living spaces, and a landscaped backyard. Walk to campus and downtown Baton Rouge.

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0.6 miles from campus

Single-Family · North Gates

4 bd 2.5 ba 2,100 sqft$475,000

Beautiful 4-bedroom home near LSU. Remodeled kitchen with island, original architectural details, large living spaces, and a landscaped backyard. Walk to campus and downtown Baton Rouge.

For Sale

0.9 miles from campus

Single-Family · University Acres

4 bd 3 ba 2,500 sqft$625,000

Stunning 4-bedroom in University Acres with lake views. Gourmet kitchen, primary suite with spa bath, hardwood floors, and a resort-style backyard. Premium LSU-area location.

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0.9 miles from campus

Single-Family · University Acres

4 bd 3 ba 2,500 sqft$625,000

Stunning 4-bedroom in University Acres with lake views. Gourmet kitchen, primary suite with spa bath, hardwood floors, and a resort-style backyard. Premium LSU-area location.

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1.1 miles from campus

Single-Family · Lakeshore

4 bd 2.5 ba 2,200 sqft$520,000

Spacious 4-bedroom in Lakeshore near LSU. Updated kitchen with island, dual living spaces, original oak floors, and a large backyard. Minutes from campus and University Lake.

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1.1 miles from campus

Single-Family · Lakeshore

4 bd 2.5 ba 2,200 sqft$520,000

Spacious 4-bedroom in Lakeshore near LSU. Updated kitchen with island, dual living spaces, original oak floors, and a large backyard. Minutes from campus and University Lake.

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1.2 miles from campus

Townhome · South Baton Rouge

3 bd 2 ba 1,500 sqft$425,000

Updated 3-bedroom townhome south of LSU. Attached garage, modern kitchen with island, open living area, and a private patio. Low-maintenance option near campus with easy Burbank Drive access.

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1.2 miles from campus

Townhome · South Baton Rouge

3 bd 2 ba 1,500 sqft$425,000

Updated 3-bedroom townhome south of LSU. Attached garage, modern kitchen with island, open living area, and a private patio. Low-maintenance option near campus with easy Burbank Drive access.

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1.6 miles from campus

Single-Family · South Baton Rouge

2 bd 1 ba 950 sqft$265,000

Affordable 2-bedroom starter south of LSU. Fresh paint, updated bath, new HVAC, and a fenced yard. Great entry point for a parent or first-time buyer near campus.

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1.6 miles from campus

Single-Family · South Baton Rouge

2 bd 1 ba 950 sqft$265,000

Affordable 2-bedroom starter south of LSU. Fresh paint, updated bath, new HVAC, and a fenced yard. Great entry point for a parent or first-time buyer near campus.

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0.3 miles from campus

Baton Rouge, LA 70808 · West State Street

$340,000 3 bd 1.5 ba 1,300 sqft

Classic Baton Rouge cottage west of campus. Updated kitchen, original wood floors, screened porch, and a fenced yard. Walkable to LSU and the levee bike path.

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Rent vs. Own + Cash-Flow Snapshot

Compare estimated nearby rent with the cost of owning this property. Roommate contributions may offset part of the payment, but all figures require review.

Rent Nearby

$2,850/mo

3 beds × $950/mo

Own This Property

$2,266/mo

Estimated payment @ 7.25%

Monthly Gap

+$584/mo

DSCR: 1.26x

Simple read: Estimated comparable rent is $2,850/mo. The estimated monthly ownership cost is $2,266/mo, creating an estimated difference of $584/mo before appreciation, tax treatment, principal reduction, maintenance changes, vacancies, or rent changes.

Roommate Rent Offset

If the student occupies one bedroom, up to 2 additional bedrooms may potentially be used by roommates. At an estimated $950 per occupied roommate bedroom, the projected monthly offset would be approximately $1,900.

Roommate income is not guaranteed. Lease gaps, turnover, non-payment, occupancy rules, and changing rental conditions may affect actual contributions.

Monthly Ownership Estimate

Estimated monthly costs with local-service review points for each line. Confirm actual financing, taxes, insurance, association charges, utilities, and management costs with qualified professionals.

Purchase Scenario

$340,000

est. price · 25% down ($85,000)

Principal & Interest

30-yr @ 7.25% · loan $255,000

$1,740/mo

Property Tax

~1.2% effective rate on $340,000

$343/mo

Homeowners / Hazard / Flood InsuranceConfirm during review

$2,200/yr estimate · varies by location, coverage, carrier

$183/mo

HOA / Condo DuesConfirm during review

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$0/mo

Property ManagementEducational estimate

~8% of gross rent · leasing, maintenance, rent collection

$228/mo

Internet / Utilities SetupConfirm during review

Student-friendly plan estimate · varies by provider

$80/mo

Move-In / Setup ReserveEducational estimate

Monthly reserve for furniture, storage, move-in costs

$200/mo

Estimated Total Monthly Ownership Cost

$2,774/mo

vs. $2,850/mo estimated rent

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Rent Nearby

$2,850/mo

Est. PITIA

$2,266/mo

Est. Diff

+$584/mo

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Comparable Nearby Options

Compare other active Louisiana State University-area properties from the current result set.

0.5 miles from campus

Single-Family · 3 bd / 2 ba · $385,000

Same property type

0.6 miles from campus

Single-Family · 4 bd / 2.5 ba · $475,000

Same property type

0.9 miles from campus

Single-Family · 4 bd / 3 ba · $625,000

Same property type

Near campusParent rent-vs-buyFinancing reviewLower-maintenance option

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Property ManagementConfirm during review

Homeowners / Hazard / Flood InsuranceConfirm during review

Moving / StorageConfirm during review

Internet ProviderConfirm during review

Educational estimates only. These figures are not a loan quote, investment advice, tax advice, an appraisal, or a guarantee of rent, approval, occupancy, appreciation, or cash flow. Property-specific figures should be reviewed with qualified real estate, lending, insurance, tax, and property-management professionals.

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For Sale

0.3 miles from campus

Single-Family · West State Street

3 bd 1.5 ba 1,300 sqft$340,000

Classic Baton Rouge cottage west of campus. Updated kitchen, original wood floors, screened porch, and a fenced yard. Walkable to LSU and the levee bike path.

For Sale

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0.3 miles from campus

Single-Family · West State Street

3 bd 1.5 ba 1,300 sqft$340,000

Classic Baton Rouge cottage west of campus. Updated kitchen, original wood floors, screened porch, and a fenced yard. Walkable to LSU and the levee bike path.

For Sale

0.5 miles from campus

Single-Family · South Baton Rouge

3 bd 2 ba 1,600 sqft$385,000

Charming 3-bedroom home south of LSU with southern curb appeal. Updated kitchen, hardwood floors, covered back patio, and a fenced yard. Close to campus and the Nicholson Gateway development.

For Sale

1 / 5

0.5 miles from campus

Single-Family · South Baton Rouge

3 bd 2 ba 1,600 sqft$385,000

Charming 3-bedroom home south of LSU with southern curb appeal. Updated kitchen, hardwood floors, covered back patio, and a fenced yard. Close to campus and the Nicholson Gateway development.

For Sale

0.5 miles from campus

Condo · North Gates

2 bd 2 ba 1,050 sqft$295,000

Updated 2-bedroom condo near the North Gates of LSU. Granite kitchen, in-unit laundry, secure entry, and covered parking. Walk to campus and Tiger Stadium. Great for a parent or grad student.

For Sale

1 / 5

0.5 miles from campus

Condo · North Gates

2 bd 2 ba 1,050 sqft$295,000

Updated 2-bedroom condo near the North Gates of LSU. Granite kitchen, in-unit laundry, secure entry, and covered parking. Walk to campus and Tiger Stadium. Great for a parent or grad student.

For Sale

0.6 miles from campus

Single-Family · North Gates

4 bd 2.5 ba 2,100 sqft$475,000

Beautiful 4-bedroom home near LSU. Remodeled kitchen with island, original architectural details, large living spaces, and a landscaped backyard. Walk to campus and downtown Baton Rouge.

For Sale

1 / 5

0.6 miles from campus

Single-Family · North Gates

4 bd 2.5 ba 2,100 sqft$475,000

Beautiful 4-bedroom home near LSU. Remodeled kitchen with island, original architectural details, large living spaces, and a landscaped backyard. Walk to campus and downtown Baton Rouge.

For Sale

0.9 miles from campus

Single-Family · University Acres

4 bd 3 ba 2,500 sqft$625,000

Stunning 4-bedroom in University Acres with lake views. Gourmet kitchen, primary suite with spa bath, hardwood floors, and a resort-style backyard. Premium LSU-area location.

For Sale

1 / 5

0.9 miles from campus

Single-Family · University Acres

4 bd 3 ba 2,500 sqft$625,000

Stunning 4-bedroom in University Acres with lake views. Gourmet kitchen, primary suite with spa bath, hardwood floors, and a resort-style backyard. Premium LSU-area location.

For Sale

1.1 miles from campus

Single-Family · Lakeshore

4 bd 2.5 ba 2,200 sqft$520,000

Spacious 4-bedroom in Lakeshore near LSU. Updated kitchen with island, dual living spaces, original oak floors, and a large backyard. Minutes from campus and University Lake.

For Sale

1 / 5

1.1 miles from campus

Single-Family · Lakeshore

4 bd 2.5 ba 2,200 sqft$520,000

Spacious 4-bedroom in Lakeshore near LSU. Updated kitchen with island, dual living spaces, original oak floors, and a large backyard. Minutes from campus and University Lake.

For Sale

1.2 miles from campus

Townhome · South Baton Rouge

3 bd 2 ba 1,500 sqft$425,000

Updated 3-bedroom townhome south of LSU. Attached garage, modern kitchen with island, open living area, and a private patio. Low-maintenance option near campus with easy Burbank Drive access.

For Sale

1 / 5

1.2 miles from campus

Townhome · South Baton Rouge

3 bd 2 ba 1,500 sqft$425,000

Updated 3-bedroom townhome south of LSU. Attached garage, modern kitchen with island, open living area, and a private patio. Low-maintenance option near campus with easy Burbank Drive access.

For Sale

1.6 miles from campus

Single-Family · South Baton Rouge

2 bd 1 ba 950 sqft$265,000

Affordable 2-bedroom starter south of LSU. Fresh paint, updated bath, new HVAC, and a fenced yard. Great entry point for a parent or first-time buyer near campus.

For Sale

1 / 5

1.6 miles from campus

Single-Family · South Baton Rouge

2 bd 1 ba 950 sqft$265,000

Affordable 2-bedroom starter south of LSU. Fresh paint, updated bath, new HVAC, and a fenced yard. Great entry point for a parent or first-time buyer near campus.

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Built Around the Louisiana State University Housing Decision

Families and investors do not search for generic housing. They search around a specific school, a specific timeline, and a specific decision. This market page organizes the major paths around Louisiana State University.

Parents

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Investors

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Understand whether campus-area ownership demand may support a sale, refinance, or hold decision.

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LSU Housing Decision Center

Review Louisiana State University Campus-Area Housing

Independent college housing market review covering parent rent-vs-buy analysis, student-rental investment evaluation, DSCR financing review, seller timing, and local real estate professional connection for the Louisiana State University / Baton Rouge market.

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Student-Rental Demand

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NEIGHBORHOODS

Compare Neighborhoods Near LSU

Compare four Baton Rouge areas by proximity to the LSU campus, housing type, buyer fit, and practical considerations before focusing your search.

Historic homes along a tree-lined street

Walkable to Campus

Southdowns

70810 · Walkable to campus

A Historic District of early homes, shops, and tree-lined streets south of the LSU campus, one of Baton Rouge's most desirable neighborhoods. Its walk-to-campus character and architecture appeal to faculty, families, and long-term owners.

Housing MixHistoric single-family homes on quiet streets

Best FitFamilies and faculty wanting a walkable, historic neighborhood near LSU

Watch ForSouthdowns holds a strong price premium

Featured Area

Historic homes on a leafy residential street

Historic Character

Garden District

70806 / 70802 · Short drive to campus

A historic residential district east of downtown with grand early-1900s homes and mature live oaks. Its architecture, gardens, and central location draw buyers who want a distinctive historic home near the university and city center.

Housing MixEarly-1900s historic homes and cottages

Best FitBuyers valuing historic architecture and a central, character-rich location

Watch ForHistoric restoration and district guidelines can apply

Featured Area

Family Suburbs

Highland Road / Staring Lane

70810 / 70808 · Short drive to campus

The corridor running south from campus along Highland Road and Staring Lane holds newer subdivisions, schools, and family homes popular with LSU-affiliated buyers. Its proximity to campus and stable inventory make it a top family choice.

Housing MixEstablished and newer single-family subdivisions

Best FitFamilies and professionals wanting established suburbs near LSU

Watch ForHighland Road corridor traffic is heavy at peak times

Featured Area

Established Residential

Old Goodwood

70806 · Short drive to campus

An established central Baton Rouge neighborhood with brick and ranch homes, mature trees, and convenient access to both campus and mid-city shops. It offers a settled, family-friendly base within minutes of LSU.

Housing MixBrick and ranch single-family homes

Best FitFamilies wanting a mature, central neighborhood near campus

Watch ForHome age varies; many benefit from updates

Featured Area

Market Guidance

LSU Housing Market Guides

Local guides for parents, investors, sellers, and borrowers reviewing housing near LSU in Baton Rouge.

Parent Guide

Buying Housing Near LSU: Parent Guide to Baton Rouge Campus Areas

What parents should evaluate when comparing rent, ownership, neighborhood selection, and resale potential near LSU in Baton Rouge.

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Parent Guide

Rent vs. Buy Near LSU

A Baton Rouge-focused rent-vs-buy guide for families comparing student rental costs against owning near LSU.

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Local Guide

Best Baton Rouge Areas to Review for LSU Housing

A local review of campus-area housing considerations near LSU and across the Baton Rouge area.

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Investor Guide

LSU Student Rental Investment Guide

How investors can evaluate rental demand, local market dynamics, property type, cash flow, and exit strategy around LSU.

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Seller Guide

Selling a House Near LSU

How campus-area owners can position a Baton Rouge property for parent buyers, investor buyers, and local market demand.

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Financing Guide

DSCR and Investor Financing for LSU-Area Rentals

What borrowers should know when reviewing DSCR, rental income, investor financing, and student-housing properties near LSU.

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Review Paths

Louisiana State University Housing Review Paths

Choose the path that best matches your situation near Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. Each review path focuses on a different set of housing and financing questions.

Parent Rent vs. Buy Review

Compare four years of Baton Rouge rent with ownership costs near Louisiana State University. Review roommate rent offset, financing structure, and after-graduation options.

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Investor Cash Flow Review

Evaluate student-rental income, operating expenses, DSCR fit, vacancy assumptions, and long-term college-town demand near Louisiana State University.

Analyze a Campus Rental

Seller / Hold Review

Review whether your Baton Rouge-area property may attract parent buyers, student-rental investors, or local demand. Compare sell, refinance, and hold scenarios.

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Financing Review

Review parent-purchase, second-home, investment-property, DSCR, refinance, and cash-out financing paths for the Baton Rouge market.

Check Financing Options

Property Management Review

Plan for leasing, maintenance, turnover, roommate management, and long-distance ownership before buying or holding near Louisiana State University.

Review Management

Start with your decision

Each path focuses on a different set of questions — parent purchase, investment cash flow, seller review, or financing options near Louisiana State University.