12651 Parnell Ave

2,073 Sq. Ft.
$101 / Sq. Ft.
2,073
Sq. Ft.
$101
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this 4-bedroom home nestled in the peaceful Sherwood Forest subdivision in Baton Rouge! This property offers a wide, inviting front porch, perfect for relaxing mornings or evening unwinding, and a convenient rear parking carport. Step inside to a bright interior featuring laminate wood flooring, custom built-ins, and a cozy stone-accented fireplace. The kitchen offers wood-stained cabinetry with ample storage, a wall oven, and an electric cooktop. Just off the kitchen, the dining area...Welcome to this 4-bedroom home nestled in the peaceful Sherwood Forest subdivision in Baton Rouge! This property offers a wide, inviting front porch, perfect for relaxing mornings or evening unwinding, and a convenient rear parking carport. Step inside to a bright interior featuring laminate wood flooring, custom built-ins, and a cozy stone-accented fireplace. The kitchen offers wood-stained cabinetry with ample storage, a wall oven, and an electric cooktop. Just off the kitchen, the dining area provides a perfect setting for entertaining family and friends. All four bedrooms are generously sized and offer abundant closet space. The primary bathroom includes double vanities and a shower/tub combo. Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard shaded by mature trees, along with a workshop that includes a garage for all your storage needs. With a little TLC, this home presents endless potential for a first-time buyer or an excellent investment opportunity. Added bonus: this property has never flooded. Schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities!

Property Details for 12651 Parnell Avenue

Architectural Style
Traditional Style
Subdivision Name
Sherwood Forest
LISTING UPDATED: 03/31/2026 05:07 PM

Property Details for 12651 Parnell Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #BR2026004996
Days on Market13
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family
Year Built1967
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,325 SF
CountyEast Baton Rouge Parish

Location

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Building Information for 12651 Parnell Avenue

Stories1Year Built1967Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,325 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,213 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,057

Property Taxes

$156

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 12651 Parnell Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 30.45
  • Longitude: -91.04
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,967
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 42
Parking
  • Parking Features: 2 Car, Attached, Garage Faces Rear
School Information
  • School District: East Baton Rouge
  • High School: East Baton Rouge
  • Elementary School: East Baton Rouge
  • Middle School: East Baton Rouge
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Includes: Management HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: WARD: 1-4, SUBDIVISION: SHERWOOD FOREST, LOT: 963.
  • Tax Lot: 963
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2073.0
  • Building Area Total: 2073.0
  • Living Area: 2073.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 81 x 139
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 1012967
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Negotiable
  • Apx Age: 51-75 Years
  • Spec List Type Disclosure: 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 the buyer check the appropriate section on P.A. entitled Waiver of Warranty.
  • Overall Condition: Average
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Landscaped, Lighting, Porch, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Privacy, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Wall Oven
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl Tile Floor
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Inside Laundry
  • Room Type: Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Den, Kitchen
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/
Room Information
Room Information
  • BA Master Bath: MBA Double Vanity,MBA Tub: Shower Combo
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR Ceiling Fan,MBR En Suite Bath
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Den (L1),Kitchen (L1)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Pantry

Property History for 12651 Parnell Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2026004996

$210,000—
Jan 15, 2026

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #2512363

$240,000—
Jul 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #2512363

$249,000—
Apr 14, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1458165499

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/20/2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2026004996

$210,000
01/15/2026

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #2512363

$240,000
07/16/2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #2512363

$249,000
04/14/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1458165499

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Public Records for 12651 Parnell Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$2,000Additions$12,630Total$14,630
Tax Record2024$1,869 ($156 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,800 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1967CountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN1012967

Schools near 12651 Parnell Avenue

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - K to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Twin Oaks Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Southeast Middle School
Public6 to 8

Northdale Superintendent's Academy
PublicK to 12

Sherwood Middle Academic Academy
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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12651 Parnell Avenue is a single family home for sale in Baton Rouge, LA 70815. This property was listed for sale on March 20, 2026 by Magnolia Roots Realty LLC, it's currently listed at $210,000. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on April 14, 2021. This listing's school district is East Baton Rouge Parish School District. Nearby schools include Twin Oaks Elementary School, Southeast Middle School and Northdale Superintendent's Academy. 12651 Parnell Avenue is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,073 sqft single family home built in 1967.

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