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$699,000

For Sale - Active
3955 Chatfield Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
3 Beds
3 Baths
3,789 Square Feet
0.37 Acres Lot
Built in 1956
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 4 days ago
Updated: Nov 01, 2025 at 10:03AM

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,376
Cap Rate
3.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-10.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.58
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-5.9%

Property Description


0.37 Acres Lot
Built in 1956
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Framed by beautiful old live oak trees this home is ready for new owners. Seller has renovated, added living square footage and raised ceiling heights. The heart of the home is the large, open combined kitchen and living area. It presents a huge expanse of living and entertainment space. Elegant 15' marble island with seating for 12, centers the kitchen area joined by the comfortable area made for sofas and seating. Light pours in from massive window to highlight this special place for TV and fireplace enjoyment. Just off kitchen is the Formal Dining Room perfect for intimate dinner parties. Master bedroom has unusual two master closets and bathroom space. Bathroom and closet combination measures 22 x 21. Second closet measures 18 x 7. Split floorplan gives the other two bedrooms, with their own bathrooms, separation from the master bedroom area. This home is modern luxury with a unique decor. Fully fenced, with open patio area and mature landscaping complete the backyard. A property in a neighborhood of beautiful tree lined streets convenient to downtown and LSU. This property is also available for lease at $3000 a month.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Stories: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 2402947
  • Lot Size: 16117 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Other
  • Year Built: 1956

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $0

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: East Baton Rouge Parish

Listing Details


Listed by:
Toni Kinchen
Compass - Perkins
(225) 281-4988

Source:
Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 2025011444
Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,376
Cap Rate
3.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-10.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.58
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-5.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$699,000
Amount financed:
-$559,200
Down payment:
$139,800
Closing costs:
$20,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$160,770
Square feet:
3,789
Cost per square foot:
$184
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.74

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$559,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$3,308
Property tax:
$0
Insurance:
$196
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,504

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,800 $33,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$168 -$2,016
Operating income:
$2,632 $31,584

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$196-$2,352
Property management: (8%)
8%-$224-$2,688
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (25%)
25%-$700-$8,400

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,932 $23,184
Mortgage payments:
-$3,308 -$39,696
Cash flow:
-$1,376 -$16,512