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$302,372
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $289,990 on Feb 28, 2023

5612 COTTAGE LAKE DR

BATON ROUGE, LA 70820
0
Baths
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$302K
$285K low$320K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$289,990 · Feb 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,475 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$27,550 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$275,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.51
70
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.48%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyEast Baton Rouge
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Wedgewood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Southeast Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Tara High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: East Baton Rouge Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70820These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,690
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.961 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,210
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,631
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.63 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

5612 Cottage Lake Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 72% of homes in East Baton Rouge Parish County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in East Baton Rouge Parish County

What homes are worth in Baton Rouge 70820

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Baton Rouge 70820.

How it measures up in Baton Rouge 70820

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Baton Rouge 70820.

Estimated value$302,372
CheaperTypical $247,700Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

How 5612 Cottage Lake Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeO'NealBaton Rouge 70820East Baton Rouge Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,37256% of homes68% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²10% of homes15% of homes7% of homes

About 5612 Cottage Lake Dr

How much is 5612 Cottage Lake Dr, Baton Rouge, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5612 Cottage Lake Dr, Baton Rouge, LA is $302,372 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $285,018 to $319,726. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5612 Cottage Lake Dr, Baton Rouge, LA last sell?

5612 Cottage Lake Dr, Baton Rouge, LA last sold on Feb 28, 2023 for $289,990, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 5612 Cottage Lake Dr, Baton Rouge, LA?

5612 Cottage Lake Dr, Baton Rouge, LA is assigned to Wedgewood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Southeast Middle School (middle), rated C-; Tara High School (high), rated D-. All sit in East Baton Rouge Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5612 Cottage Lake Dr, Baton Rouge, LA compare to other homes in Baton Rouge 70820?

Among the 6,611 homes in Baton Rouge 70820, it is worth more than 68% of them ($302,372 against a typical $247,700) and its lot is bigger than 15% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac). Measured against all of East Baton Rouge Parish County, it is worth more than 72% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5612 Cottage Lake Dr, Baton Rouge, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5612 Cottage Lake Dr, Baton Rouge, LA was $3,475. The county assessed it at $27,550.

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