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$320,821
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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

5827 LAKE SHELF DR

BATON ROUGE, LA 70820
0
Baths
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$321K
$256K low$386K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,432 (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.$27,210 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$272,100

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.56
60
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.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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.120 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.45%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.08
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Highland Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Glasgow Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
McKinley Senior High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 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

5827 Lake Shelf 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 87% of homes in South Burbank
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% 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.

This home
$63K$616K

This home is worth more than 75% 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$320,821
CheaperTypical $246,226Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

How 5827 Lake Shelf Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth BurbankBaton Rouge 70820East Baton Rouge Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$320,82187% of homes75% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²17% of homes30% of homes9% of homes

About 5827 Lake Shelf Dr

How much is 5827 Lake Shelf Dr, Baton Rouge, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5827 Lake Shelf Dr, Baton Rouge, LA is $320,821 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $256,023 to $385,619. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5827 Lake Shelf Dr, Baton Rouge, LA last sell?

5827 Lake Shelf Dr, Baton Rouge, LA last sold on Dec 28, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 5827 Lake Shelf Dr, Baton Rouge, LA?

5827 Lake Shelf Dr, Baton Rouge, LA is assigned to Highland Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Glasgow Middle School (middle), rated C+; McKinley Senior 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 5827 Lake Shelf 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 75% of them ($320,821 against a typical $246,226) and its lot is bigger than 30% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac). Measured against all of East Baton Rouge Parish County, it is worth more than 76% 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 5827 Lake Shelf Dr, Baton Rouge, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5827 Lake Shelf Dr, Baton Rouge, LA was $3,432. The county assessed it at $27,210.

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