8591 Wakefield Ave

2,619 Sq. Ft.
$162 / Sq. Ft.
2,619
Sq. Ft.
$162
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Where classic charm meets modern updates in the heart of Baton Rouge's desirable Tara neighborhood. This beautifully renovated 4 bedroom and 2 bath home (with an office that can be turned into a 5th bedroom as well). Open concept living, dining, and kitchen area bathed in natural light from soaring cathedral ceilings-for everyday living and entertaining The primary suite is your private retreat with a roomy walk in closet, soaking tub, and walk in shower. Outdoor living is equally inviting with a...Where classic charm meets modern updates in the heart of Baton Rouge's desirable Tara neighborhood. This beautifully renovated 4 bedroom and 2 bath home (with an office that can be turned into a 5th bedroom as well). Open concept living, dining, and kitchen area bathed in natural light from soaring cathedral ceilings-for everyday living and entertaining The primary suite is your private retreat with a roomy walk in closet, soaking tub, and walk in shower. Outdoor living is equally inviting with a large fenced in backyard and covered deck, with a carport with storage space, workshop area and a horseshoe driveway. Bring all offers!
  1. Listed by AYauna Jack • Martin Realty Group
    P: (504)-884-4927 ajack@martinrealtygroupnola.com

Property Details for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

Architectural Style
Traditional Style
Subdivision Name
Tara

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Property Details for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #2545282
Days on Market29
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family / Single Family Home
Year Built1978
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,325 SF
CountyEast Baton Rouge Parish

Location

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Building Information for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

Stories1Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,325 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,346 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,063

Property Taxes

$283

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Bounding Streets: Tara and Wakefield
  • Latitude: 30.44
  • Longitude: -91.10
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,978
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 61
Parking
  • Parking Features: 3 Car, Carport
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 3
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3279.0
  • Living Area: 2619.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 85x140
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 523240
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sub Type: Single Family Home
  • Overall Condition: Very Good
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: None
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Other, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Partial: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Handicap Interior Prov
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/0

Property History for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #2545282

$425,000—
Jan 15, 2026

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2025015633

$415,000—
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025015633

$399,000—
Aug 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2025015633

$425,000—
Mar 15, 2025

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2025001551

$425,000—
Feb 7, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2025001551

$425,000—
Jan 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2025001551

$425,000—
Mar 1, 2023

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2022012318

$425,000—
Aug 4, 2022

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2022012318

$455,000—
Dec 8, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1478791077

—
Dec 8, 2021

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2021014223

—
Oct 18, 2021

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2021014223

—
Sep 8, 2021

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2021014223

$285,000—
May 10, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1460416384

—
May 10, 2021

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2020018158

—
Apr 10, 2021

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2020018158

—
Nov 20, 2020

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2020018158

$349,900—
Nov 11, 2020

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2020012634

$365,000—
Aug 8, 2020

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2020012634

$375,000—
May 20, 1998

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR200070017

—
Apr 21, 1998

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR200070017

—
Oct 14, 1997

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR200070017

$159,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/01/2026

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #2545282

$425,000
01/15/2026

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2025015633

$415,000
12/01/2025

Price Change

ROAM MLS #BR2025015633

$399,000
08/22/2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2025015633

$425,000
03/15/2025

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2025001551

$425,000
02/07/2025

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2025001551

$425,000
01/28/2025

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2025001551

$425,000
03/01/2023

Temporarily Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2022012318

$425,000
08/04/2022

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2022012318

$455,000
12/08/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1478791077

—
12/08/2021

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2021014223

—
10/18/2021

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2021014223

—
09/08/2021

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2021014223

$285,000
05/10/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1460416384

—
05/10/2021

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR2020018158

—
04/10/2021

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR2020018158

—
11/20/2020

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2020018158

$349,900
11/11/2020

Permanently Off Market

ROAM MLS #BR2020012634

$365,000
08/08/2020

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR2020012634

$375,000
05/20/1998

Sold

ROAM MLS #BR200070017

—
04/21/1998

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #BR200070017

—
10/14/1997

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #BR200070017

$159,000

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

Public Records for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,000Additions$23,600Total$26,600
Tax Record2024$3,396 ($283 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,485 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,485 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978CountyEAST BATON ROUGEAPN523240

Schools near 8591 Wakefield Avenue

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

Westdale Middle School
Public6 to 8

IDEA Bridge
CharterK to 12

BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City
CharterK to 5

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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8591 Wakefield Avenue is a single family home for sale in Baton Rouge, LA 70806. This property was listed for sale on March 1, 2026 by Martin Realty Group, it's currently listed at $425,000. It has been on the market for a total of 29 days and was last sold on December 8, 2021. This listing's school district is East Baton Rouge Parish School District. Nearby schools include Lasalle Elementary School, Westdale Middle School and IDEA Bridge. 8591 Wakefield Avenue is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 2,619 sqft single family home built in 1978.

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