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$261,265$119 / ft²
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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $55,000 on Jul 27, 1999

5985 GOVERNMENT ST

BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
0
Baths
2,200 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$261K
$251K low$272K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Jul 27, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,493 (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.$17,561 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,915
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,646
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,616

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.
67
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.
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.0.35
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Westdale Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
LaSalle Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
H
Tara High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: East Baton Rouge Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70806These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,834
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,045 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,268
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,244
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.64 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

5985 Government St 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Goodwood
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Goodwood
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Baton Rouge 70806

What homes are worth in Baton Rouge 70806

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

This home
$31K$972K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Baton Rouge 70806.

How it measures up in Baton Rouge 70806

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Baton Rouge 70806.

Estimated value$261,265
CheaperTypical $256,446Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$119
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area2,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

How 5985 Government St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGoodwoodBaton Rouge 70806East Baton Rouge Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$261,26536% of homes52% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11912% of homes26% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than2,200 ft²71% of homes71% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac66% of homes77% of homes69% of homes

About 5985 Government St

How much is 5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA is $261,265 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $250,544 to $271,986. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA last sell?

5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA last sold on Jul 27, 1999 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA?

5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA has 2,200 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

What schools serve 5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA?

5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA is assigned to Westdale Middle School (middle), rated D+; LaSalle Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Tara High School (high), rated F. All sit in East Baton Rouge Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA compare to other homes in Baton Rouge 70806?

Among the 8,476 homes in Baton Rouge 70806, it is worth more than 52% of them ($261,265 against a typical $256,446), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($119 against a typical $153), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,200 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.18 ac). Measured against all of East Baton Rouge Parish County, it is worth more than 62% 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 5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5985 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA was $1,493. The county assessed it at $17,561.

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