The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 70806 sells for about $319,999, or $190 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
ZIP 70806 — Baton Rouge
The 70806 housing market shows steady price appreciation and consistent demand, supported by its central location in Baton Rouge. While inventory remains constrained, the area continues to attract interest due to its mix of historic neighborhoods and proximity to major employment hubs. Market conditions are stable, with buyers and sellers adjusting to current interest rate environments.
This ZIP is well-suited for young professionals, families, and investors who value proximity to the city center and the unique character of established neighborhoods like Mid City.
Median prices moved up 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.2% · poverty 18.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 70806, East Baton Rouge Parish, LA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the 70806 area are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue. The area experiences trends consistent with urban centers in the Baton Rouge region.
Public schools serving the area are part of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System, which faces ongoing challenges with performance ratings and resource allocation across its diverse student population.
The area is subject to flood risks common to the Baton Rouge region, necessitating flood insurance for many properties. Wind damage from tropical weather systems remains a primary climate-related concern.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to downtown Baton Rouge and major healthcare and educational institutions. Development is characterized by infill projects and the revitalization of historic neighborhoods like Mid City.
Property taxes are assessed by the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor based on fair market value, with a 10% assessment ratio for residential property. Homestead exemptions are available for primary residences, and millage rates are set by local taxing authorities.
Residents benefit from central access to major thoroughfares like I-10 and I-110, providing relatively short commute times to the downtown Baton Rouge employment core.
The area features access to local parks and the popular Mid City dining and shopping districts, offering a mix of historic charm and modern amenities within a short distance.
The rental market is active with a mix of single-family homes and multi-family units, showing steady demand driven by the area's central location and proximity to employment hubs.
The economy is anchored by state government, higher education (LSU), and a growing healthcare sector. The area benefits from its central location within the Baton Rouge metropolitan economy.
The area is served by a network of major highways and local bus transit, facilitating access to the broader Baton Rouge region.
Development is focused on urban revitalization and the enhancement of existing infrastructure within the Mid City corridor.
The East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor's office manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system to determine fair market value for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to East Baton Rouge Parish school, fire, and library district taxes, along with potential special assessments for local infrastructure.
Property insurance premiums in the area are influenced by flood zone designations and the overall risk profile of the Gulf Coast region.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
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- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.34.9 mi
- Liberty Lagoon40.6 mi
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- Tiger Stadium4.84.5 mi
- Raising Cane's River Center, Baton Rouge, La4.24.1 mi
- The Queen Baton Rouge4.14.3 mi
- Lamar Dixon Expo Center4.519.9 mi
- Topgolf Baton Rouge4.26.3 mi
- BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo4.28.5 mi
- All Star Lanes4.32.9 mi
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- AMC Baton Rouge 164.36.6 mi
- Knock Knock Children's Museum4.73.2 mi
- Louisiana's Old State Capitol4.74.1 mi
- Louisiana State Capitol4.64 mi
- Burden Museum & Gardens4.82.9 mi
- Louisiana Art & Science Museum4.64.1 mi
- Burbank Soccer Complex4.47 mi
- BREC's Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center4.55.5 mi
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- Perkins Road Community Park4.63.6 mi
- Topgolf Baton Rouge4.26.3 mi
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- Santa Maria Golf Course4.410.1 mi
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- City Park Golf Course42.9 mi
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- Burlington3.52.4 mi
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Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A vibrant area known for local restaurants, boutiques, and community events.
A large community park featuring sports facilities, walking paths, and a botanical garden.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.