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$527,780$138 / 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 83How 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
Last sold for $275,000 on Jan 4, 2000

6961 GOVERNMENT ST

BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
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Baths
3,823 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.

Valuation

$528K
$438K low$618K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Jan 4, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,300 (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.$40,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$40,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$404,600

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.

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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

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 · 0.9 mi
E
LaSalle Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Tara High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 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

6961 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.

  • Worth more than 92% of homes in East Baton Rouge Parish County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Goodwood
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in East Baton Rouge Parish County

What homes are worth in Baton Rouge 70806

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

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$27K$917K

This home is worth more than 89% 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$527,780
CheaperTypical $240,527Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area3,823 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,633 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

How 6961 Government St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGoodwoodBaton Rouge 70806East Baton Rouge Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$527,78083% of homes89% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13828% of homes43% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than3,823 ft²94% of homes95% of homes96% of homes

About 6961 Government St

How much is 6961 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6961 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA is $527,780 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $437,849 to $617,711. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6961 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA last sell?

6961 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA last sold on Jan 4, 2000 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 6961 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA?

6961 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 6961 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 89% of them ($527,780 against a typical $240,527), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($138 against a typical $149) and it is bigger than 95% of them (3,823 ft² against a typical 1,633 ft²). Measured against all of East Baton Rouge Parish County, it is worth more than 92% 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 6961 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6961 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA was $4,300. The county assessed it at $40,460.

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