$300,000
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
MLS# 2025018897
5000 sqft
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Property Description
Step into a piece of Louisiana history with the iconic Cook Theatre Building, a cornerstone of the Scotlandville community since the 1930s. Recognized as the first African American–owned theatre in Louisiana, this property carries deep cultural and historical significance. Located just minutes from Southern University, the Cook Theatre offers endless potential for restoration, redevelopment, or adaptive reuse—all while preserving a vital piece of local heritage. The building features a backstage roof, second-story office, and balcony area, adding to its versatile layout and future possibilities. With its classic architectural character, prominent location, and eligibility for historic tax credits, this property presents a rare opportunity for investors or preservationists looking to blend history with vision. Don’t miss your chance to own a landmark that continues to tell the story of a vibrant community and its enduring legacy.
Details
Listing Information
Comp Sale YN: No
Property Sub Type: Commercial
Status Change Information
Status Change Timestamp: 2025-10-12
Delayed Marketing: No
Address
Parish or County: East Baton Rouge
MLS Area Major: EBR MLS Area 12
Street Number: 8254
Street Name: SCENIC HWY
State: LA
Postal Code (Zip): 70807
Parcel Number: 1191586
Contract
Current Price: $300,000
Original List Price: 300000
Status: Active
Listing Contract Date: 2025-10-01
List Price: $300,000
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Service: Full Service
Occupant Type: Vacant
List Price/SqFt: 60
Interior
Building Area Total: 5000
Building
Year Built: 1930
Year Built Source: Estimated
Stories: 2
Stories Total: 2
Lot
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Size Square Feet: 5227.2
Lot Size Dimensions: 44x130x149
Waterfront YN: No
Remarks
Public Remarks: Step into a piece of Louisiana history with the iconic Cook Theatre Building, a cornerstone of the Scotlandville community since the 1930s. Recognized as the first African American–owned theatre in Louisiana, this property carries deep cultural and historical significance. Located just minutes from Southern University, the Cook Theatre offers endless potential for restoration, redevelopment, or adaptive reuse—all while preserving a vital piece of local heritage. The building features a backstage roof, second-story office, and balcony area, adding to its versatile layout and future possibilities. With its classic architectural character, prominent location, and eligibility for historic tax credits, this property presents a rare opportunity for investors or preservationists looking to blend history with vision. Don’t miss your chance to own a landmark that continues to tell the story of a vibrant community and its enduring legacy.
Inclusions: Furn/Fixtures/Equip,Real Estate
Disclosure Details
Special Listing Conditions Remarks: Sellers elect to sell property with full waiver of warranty & Redhibition rights at Act of Sale per LAC.C. art. 2520 and LAC.C. art. 2541. Please have buyer check appropriate section on P.A. entitled Waiver of Warranty.
Land Details
Mineral Rights: Conveyed
Building and Property Details
Warehouse Area: 4500
Warehouse Area Units: Square Feet
Office Area: 500
Office Area Units: Square Feet
Tax Legal
Subdivision Name: Suburb North Baton Rouge
Property Features
Utilities: Natural Gas Not Available; Natural Gas Not Available
Business Type: Arts and Entertainment; Other
Construction Materials: Other
Cooling: Other
Current Use: Retail; Special Purpose
Disclosures: Property As Is
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Foundation Details: Other
Heating: None
Listing Terms (Financing): Cash
Location of Property: Historic Area
Parking Features: On Site
Possible Use: Retail; Special Purpose
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Roof: Other
Sewer: Other
Water Source: Other
Showing Requirements: Appointment Only
Listing Office: LPT Realty, LLC
Office Phone: 877-366-2213
Office Email: labrokers@lptrealty.com
Last Updated: November - 03 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Broker Attribution:
877-366-2213
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