5921 Forsythia Ave

Baton Rouge, LA 70808

$750,000
Price
6
Beds
4,251 Sq. Ft.
$176 / Sq. Ft.
4,251
Sq. Ft.
$176
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath home in desirable Pollard Estates, set on a spacious almost half-acre lot with 4 gorgeous Live Oaks & wonderful curb appeal. Inside, the inviting living room features a vaulted ceiling, wood-burning fireplace with gas starter, framed by built-in bookcases. An adjoining sunroom with wet bar & French doors opens to the deck & patio with arbor, creating an ideal layout for entertaining. The renovated kitchen offers Taj Mahal quartzite countertops,...Welcome to this beautifully updated 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath home in desirable Pollard Estates, set on a spacious almost half-acre lot with 4 gorgeous Live Oaks & wonderful curb appeal. Inside, the inviting living room features a vaulted ceiling, wood-burning fireplace with gas starter, framed by built-in bookcases. An adjoining sunroom with wet bar & French doors opens to the deck & patio with arbor, creating an ideal layout for entertaining. The renovated kitchen offers Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a movable center island & breakfast area. The home also features a formal dining room with a bay window & two locking china closets, along with a separate formal living room. A first-floor bonus room provides flexible space for a playroom, game room, or second den. The spacious primary suite includes a gas log fireplace, private French door access to the beautiful backyard, a walk-in closet with built-ins. The primary bath features marble topped double vanities, a site built walk-in shower with bench & seamless glass enclosure, & a soaking tub with travertine tile floors & surround. The flexible floorplan includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath & powder room downstairs, with three bedrooms & two full baths upstairs, accommodating a variety of living needs. Additional highlights include reclaimed oak floors, custom millwork & architectural details, abundant closet space, a large laundry room with built-ins, & a two-car carport with attached storage. A whole-house 30kW generator & security system provide added convenience & peace of mind.
  1. Listed by Danna M Strange • RE/MAX Professional
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  2. Listed by Ryn Jones • RE/MAX Professional
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Property Details for 5921 Forsythia Avenue

Architectural Style
Colonial Style
Subdivision Name
Pollard Estates
Zoning
Res Single Family Zone
LISTING UPDATED: 03/20/2026 11:03 AM

Property Details for 5921 Forsythia Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #BR2026004971
Days on Market1
Taxes-
HOA Fees$125 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family
Year Built1963
Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,166 SF
CountyEast Baton Rouge Parish
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Building Information for 5921 Forsythia Avenue

Stories1Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,166 SF

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Property Information for 5921 Forsythia Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Perkins to Pollard Pkwy. Left on Dahlia, right on Forsythia. Home on right.
  • Latitude: 30.41
  • Longitude: -91.13
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,963
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 52
Parking
  • Parking Features: 2 Car, Carport, Carport Rear, On Street, Driveway
  • Carport Sq Ft: 461
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: $125.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Common Areas HOA, Maint Subd Entry HOA, Other:See Remarks HOA
  • Tax Legal Description: WARD: 1-3, SUBDIVISION: POLLARD ESTATES, LOT: 283-A. 1966. (9-6207) & 1968 (93-6731)
  • Tax Lot: 283-A
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 4251.0
  • Building Area Total: 4902.0
  • Living Area: 4251.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.44
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 160Fx146.3LSx154Rx99.9RS
  • Storage Sq Ft: 57
  • Cvrd Porch Sq Ft: 133
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 847534
  • 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 buyer check appropriate section on P.A. entitled Waiver of Warranty.
  • Overall Condition: Excellent
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cement Siding, Frame, Synthetic Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Generator: Whole House, Landscaped, Lighting, Porch, Sprinkler System, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Brick, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio: Concrete, Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Exhaust Fan, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Partial: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Cooling: Multi Units, Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: 2 Fireplaces, Masonry, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating: 2 or More Units, Central, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Attic Access, Bookcases, High Speed Internet, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling Varied Heights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Ice Maker, Inside Laundry, Wet Bar, Attic Storage
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer, Washer/Dryer Hookups
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom, Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Sun Room
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Bathrooms Display: 4/1
Room Information
Room Information
  • BA Master Bath: MBA Double Vanity,MBA Separate Shower,MBA Tub: Jetted,MBA Water Closet
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR Ceiling Fan,MBR En Suite Bath,MBR Walk-In Closets,MBR Down Stairs
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Bath: Master (L1),Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Bonus (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Family (L1),Kitchen (L1),Sunroom (L1)
  • RT Room Types Level 2 Plus: Bedrm: Additional (L2+)
  • KF Kitchen Features: Counters Solid Surface,Counters Stone,Island,Pantry,Cabinets Custom Built

Property History for 5921 Forsythia Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2026004971

$750,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/19/2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2026004971

$750,000

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

Public Records for 5921 Forsythia Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$6,000Additions$8,600Total$14,600
Tax Record2024$1,005 ($84 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt4,088 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,088 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN847534

Schools near 5921 Forsythia Avenue

This home is within East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Westminster Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Glasgow Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Amikids Baton Rouge
Public - 4 to 12
Helix Aviation Academy
Charter - K to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Westminster Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Glasgow Middle School
Public6 to 8

Amikids Baton Rouge
Public4 to 12

Helix Aviation Academy
CharterK to 9

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More information about 5921 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

5921 Forsythia Avenue is a single family home for sale in Baton Rouge, LA 70808. This property was listed for sale on March 19, 2026 by RE/MAX Professional, it's currently listed at $750,000. This listing's school district is East Baton Rouge Parish School District. Nearby schools include Westminster Elementary School, Glasgow Middle School and Amikids Baton Rouge. 5921 Forsythia Avenue is a 6-bed, 5-bath, 4,251 sqft single family home built in 1963.

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