The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 70809 sells for about $305,900, or $158 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,385 a month.
ZIP 70809 — Baton Rouge
The 70809 housing market remains stable with moderate price appreciation and balanced inventory levels. Demand is supported by the area's central location, though affordability remains a factor for some buyers. Specific ZIP-level figures for active listings and sales counts were sourced from regional market reports, while demographic data is based on the latest ACS estimates.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and professionals seeking established neighborhoods with convenient access to major employment hubs and retail centers in Southeast Baton Rouge.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 4.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
16% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 11.2% — 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 3.5%/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 3.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 70809, East Baton Rouge Parish, LA
Crime trends in the 70809 area are generally consistent with broader Baton Rouge patterns, with property crime being the primary concern; residents are advised to monitor local police reports for specific neighborhood-level updates.
The area is served by the East Baton Rouge Parish School System, with school quality varying significantly by specific attendance zone; many families in this ZIP opt for private or magnet school alternatives.
The region faces significant flood risks, particularly in low-lying areas, necessitating mandatory flood insurance for many properties; wind damage from tropical weather systems remains a persistent seasonal concern.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Bluebonnet corridor and major medical and retail hubs in Southeast Baton Rouge, supporting steady demand for established residential subdivisions.
Property taxes are assessed by the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor based on fair market value, with a homestead exemption available for primary residences; millage rates are set by local taxing authorities.
Residents benefit from direct access to I-10 and I-12, providing a central location for commuting to downtown Baton Rouge or the medical district, though peak-hour congestion is common.
The area features proximity to the Mall of Louisiana and Perkins Rowe for shopping and dining, with access to local parks and green spaces like the Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand and steady rent growth, with a mix of apartment complexes and single-family rentals catering to students and professionals.
The economy is anchored by the healthcare sector, state government, and a robust retail and service industry along the I-10/I-12 corridor.
The area is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with major highway access via I-10 and I-12 serving as the primary transit arteries.
Development is largely focused on commercial infill and the revitalization of existing retail centers along the major thoroughfares.
The East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor maintains property valuations, with reassessments occurring on a four-year cycle.
Parcels are subject to East Baton Rouge Parish school, fire, and library district taxes.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to regional flood and wind exposure, with many properties requiring specialized coverage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 70809.
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.
- Surge Entertainment4.55.9 mi
- Airborne Extreme Adventure Park4.68.7 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.31.1 mi
- Liberty Lagoon44.9 mi
- 13th Gate Escape, Louisiana's Ultimate Escape Games4.98.2 mi
- Tiger Stadium4.87.3 mi
- Raising Cane's River Center, Baton Rouge, La4.28.4 mi
- The Queen Baton Rouge4.19 mi
- Lamar Dixon Expo Center4.514.8 mi
- Topgolf Baton Rouge4.21.2 mi
- All Star Lanes4.32.8 mi
- Perkins Rowe4.62.1 mi
- Cinemark Perkins Rowe and XD4.52.1 mi
- AMC Baton Rouge 164.34.6 mi
- Main Event Baton Rouge4.31.4 mi
- Houmas House Estate and Gardens4.718.9 mi
- Knock Knock Children's Museum4.76.9 mi
- Louisiana's Old State Capitol4.78.4 mi
- Louisiana State Capitol4.68.7 mi
- Burden Museum & Gardens4.82.8 mi
- Burbank Soccer Complex4.43.6 mi
- BREC's Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center4.52.9 mi
- Highland Road Community Park4.63 mi
- Burden Museum & Gardens4.82.8 mi
- Perkins Road Community Park4.63.2 mi
- Topgolf Baton Rouge4.21.2 mi
- Surge Entertainment4.55.9 mi
- Santa Maria Golf Course4.44.9 mi
- BREC's Webb Memorial Golf Course3.95.6 mi
- City Park Golf Course46.8 mi
- Mall of Louisiana4.41.5 mi
- Perkins Rowe4.62.1 mi
- Ideal Market #83.83.1 mi
- Burlington3.53.1 mi
- Sprouts Farmers Market4.54.8 mi
- Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport4.411 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A 103-acre facility featuring walking trails and exhibits.
Major regional shopping destination.
Mixed-use development with retail, dining, and entertainment.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).