Last List Price
3 beds1,636 sqft$113/sqft
17218 General Forrest Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

Description

Welcome home to this updated 3br/2ba home in well established Shenandoah Estates Subdivision! This lovely home has been recently updated with new paint, new light fixtures, new ceiling fans, WI-FI thermostat, built-in night lights in all outlets, new faux wood blinds throughout, new attic door with aluminum stairs, and RV 50 amp outlet. Updates also include new roof in 2014, new kitchen appliances in 2014, double-paned insulated windows in 2017, and new A/C in 2018. Upon entering the home through...Welcome home to this updated 3br/2ba home in well established Shenandoah Estates Subdivision! This lovely home has been recently updated with new paint, new light fixtures, new ceiling fans, WI-FI thermostat, built-in night lights in all outlets, new faux wood blinds throughout, new attic door with aluminum stairs, and RV 50 amp outlet. Updates also include new roof in 2014, new kitchen appliances in 2014, double-paned insulated windows in 2017, and new A/C in 2018. Upon entering the home through the carport or the foyer, you will find a huge sun-filled open living area with a spacious kitchen as well as a living area that boast a custom built accent wall, a wood-burning fireplace and and a high beamed ceiling. The kitchen is open to the dining room and living room which makes this home perfect for family get- togethers. The master en suite comes complete with a large vanity area, walk-in closet, and a tub/shower combo. The other two bedrooms include large closets and new ceiling fans, and are located near the freshly painted hall bathroom. Outside you will find a workshop with tons of storage, Not to mention it sits on a BEAUTIFUL large lot with plenty of shade from the gorgeous trees. This home truly has it all and will NOT last long, so book your showing today! Structure square footage nor lot dimensions warranted by Realtor
LISTING CLOSED: 07/08/2019 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Carol W Burge • Covington & Associates Real Estate, LLC
    P: (225) 667-3711 C: (225) 202-1254 carol.burgerealtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 17218 General Forrest Avenue

Status
MLS #
BR2019009645
Days on Market
1
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
$35 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Detached Single Family
Year Built
1978
Lot Size
-
Architectural Style
Traditional Style
Subdivision Name
Shenandoah Estates
Zoning
Res Single Family Zone

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Median sold price

$195,410

Avg days on market

61

Sale-to-list ratio

89.8%

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Location

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Building Information for 17218 General Forrest Avenue

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$1,163 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$940

Property Taxes

$220

HOA Dues

$3

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Property Information for 17218 General Forrest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From I-12 exit South on O'Neal, cross over George O'Neal onto Blue Water. On Blue Water, turn left at 1st stop sign onto Chadsford Ave. Continue on Chassford Ave past 4 stop signs, turn right onto Stonewall & then left on General Forrest
  • Latitude: 30.40
  • Longitude: -90.99
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,978
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 43
Parking
  • Parking Features: 4+ Car, Carport Rear
  • Carport Sq Ft: 403
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 Amenities: Subd Library, Subd Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: $35.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Maint Subd Entry HOA
  • Tax Legal Description: WARD 3-0, LOT:853, SUBDIV:SHENANDOAH ESTATES. 8TH FILING.
  • Tax Lot: 853
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1636.0
  • Building Area Total: 2174.0
  • Living Area: 1636.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 86x141.44x71x140
  • Storage Sq Ft: 122
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 13
Property and Assessments
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Conveyed
  • Apx Age: 41-50 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 BUYER CHECK APPROPRIATE SECTION ON P.A. ENTITLED WAIVER OF WARRANTY.
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Entergy
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Landscaped
  • Fencing: Privacy, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio: Open
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Wall Oven
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling Varied Heights, Inside Laundry
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Room Type: Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Bath: Full, Master Bathroom, Dining Room, Foyer, Workshop, Other
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/
Room Information
Room Information
  • BA Master Bath: MBA Tub: Shower Combo
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR En Suite Bath,MBR Walk-In Closets
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Bath: Full (L1),Bath: Master (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Foyer (L1),Workshop (L1),Other (L1)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Counters Stone,Pantry

Property History for 17218 General Forrest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 8, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #648247892

Jul 8, 2019

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2019009645

Jun 6, 2019

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2019009645

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/08/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #648247892

07/08/2019

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2019009645

06/06/2019

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2019009645

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 17218 General Forrest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$2,000Additions$20,175Total$22,175
Tax Record2025$2,636 ($220 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,774 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,774 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN2084384

Schools near 17218 General Forrest 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 - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Shenandoah Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Woodlawn Middle School
Public6 to 8

Woodlawn High School
Public9 to 12

Helix Aviation Academy
CharterK to 9

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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