$259,999
SOLD AUG 29, 2025
Last list price
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,444 Sq Ft
0.48 Acres

Recently Sold

$75 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Double Vanity
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Multiple cooling system units

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to this spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bath home located in the highly desirable Sherwood Forest subdivision, just behind St. Thomas More School. With over 3,400 square feet of living space, this home offers an ideal layout for comfortable living and entertaining. The kitchen features custom wood cabinetry, granite countertops, custom backsplash, gas cooktop, wall oven and ample cabinets, opening into a large dining and living area featuring a fireplace and filled with natural light from oversized windows. The primary bedroom is downstairs with multiple closets and an en-suite bathroom. Enjoy relaxing in the screened patio overlooking the fully fenced backyard. Additional features include a corner lot, Flood Zone X (no flood insurance required), beautiful tile and wood flooring throughout much of the home, newer water heater (2024), an Office and more!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Candace Temple

Service 1st Real Estate License #0995682072 Listed on: 07/30/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Earleen Lewis

Major Agency License #0000027442

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,862

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 125x150
  • Wood Fence

HOA Fees

  • $2 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,444 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Carport

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • Sherwood Forest Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,862

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$2 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Year Built: 1960
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Inside
  • Lot Size: 125x150
  • Appliances: Gas Stove Con, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Subdivision Name: Sherwood Forest
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Estimated
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • ResoFireplaceFeatures: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling 9'+
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • RoomBedroom1Level: Second
  • RoomBedroomLevel: Second
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Living Area: 3444
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Features: En Suite Bath, 2 Closets or More, Ceiling Fan(s), Master Downstairs
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 153.4
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 123.6
  • Room Living Room Area: 235.8
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Area: 189.95
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 12.6
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 189
  • Room Dining Room Area: 152.1
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Acres: 0.48
  • Pool Private: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Materials: Brick Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: 3 Cars Park, Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling: 2 or More Units Cool, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Central
  • Gas: Entergy
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 25
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: East Baton Rouge

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Wood
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 20908.8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2025
Closed on
Aug 29, 2025
Sold by
Simon Deron Miguel and Lewis-Simon Kenyatte
Bought by
Ape Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Candace Temple
Service 1st Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Earleen Lewis
Major Agency
List Price
$259,999
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
$312,592

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
574.32%
Original Mortgage
$273,500
Outstanding Balance
$273,500
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$39,092

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2013
Closed on
Nov 29, 2013
Sold by
Higdon John A
Bought by
Butler Andre R
Seller's Agent
Linda Fredericks Team
Home After Home
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Daniel
Magnolia Roots Realty LLC
List Price
$280,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.49%
Original Mortgage
$266,720
Interest Rate
4.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 2006
Sold by
Corbett Ouida A
Bought by
Higdon John A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,221
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $273,500 None Listed On Document
Deed $273,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $258,200 --
Warranty Deed $212,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $273,500 VA
Closed $273,500 VA
Previous Owner $266,720 New Conventional
Previous Owner $175,221 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Sold -- -- --
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $259,999 -7.1% $75 / Sq Ft
11/29/2013 11/29/13 Sold -- -- --
10/12/2013 10/12/13 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2013 05/17/13 For Sale $280,000 -- $81 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,862 $30,533 $2,000 $28,533
2023 $2,862 $27,320 $2,000 $25,320
2022 $3,337 $27,320 $2,000 $25,320
2021 $3,262 $27,320 $2,000 $25,320
2020 $3,302 $27,320 $2,000 $25,320
2019 $3,108 $24,550 $2,000 $22,550
2018 $3,071 $24,550 $2,000 $22,550
2017 $3,071 $24,550 $2,000 $22,550
2016 $2,202 $24,550 $2,000 $22,550
2015 $2,206 $24,550 $2,000 $22,550
2014 $2,199 $24,550 $2,000 $22,550
2013 -- $21,250 $2,000 $19,250
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2025014189

Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®

APN: 01017810