8591 Wakefield Ave

$415,000
Price
5
Beds
2,619 Sq. Ft.
$158 / Sq. Ft.
2,619
Sq. Ft.
$158
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome Home! This delightful 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home has been thoughtfully updated and offers plenty of style and function. Step inside to an open-concept kitchen, living, and dining area with soaring cathedral ceilings and an abundance of natural light pouring in through the windows. The kitchen is a showstopper with quartz countertops, a gold farmhouse sink, pendant and recessed lighting, and a tile accent wall that adds a touch of modern charm. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat,...Welcome Home! This delightful 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home has been thoughtfully updated and offers plenty of style and function. Step inside to an open-concept kitchen, living, and dining area with soaring cathedral ceilings and an abundance of natural light pouring in through the windows. The kitchen is a showstopper with quartz countertops, a gold farmhouse sink, pendant and recessed lighting, and a tile accent wall that adds a touch of modern charm. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a large closet with custom shelving. Additional bedrooms are generously sized, and the secondary bathroom features quartz countertops and a custom tile shower/tub combo. Outside, enjoy a large fenced backyard with a partially covered deck--perfect for entertaining or relaxing. A carport with storage and a workshop area provides extra functionality, while the circular driveway offers ample parking for family and guests. The inviting front porch with wood beam accents adds curb appeal and a warm welcome. Recent updates include a full renovation in 2022 and brand-new LVT flooring added in 2025. This home blends modern updates with thoughtful design and is ready for its next chapter!
  1. Listed by Barret Blondeau • Falaya
    P: (225)-416-6130 C: (225)-416-6130 sales@falaya.com

Property Details for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

Architectural Style
Traditional Style
Subdivision Name
Tara
LISTING UPDATED: 12/22/2025 07:55 AM

Property Details for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #BR2025015633
Days on Market126
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family
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

$2,334 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,051

Property Taxes

$283

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Goodwood/ Tara Subdivision
  • Latitude: 30.44
  • Longitude: -91.10
  • MLS Area Minor: EAST BATON ROUGE
  • Year Built: 1,978
  • Local Area: EBR MLS Area 61
Parking
  • Parking Features: 4+ Car, Off Street
  • Carport Sq Ft: 450
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: No
  • Tax Legal Description: WARD: 1-3, SUBDIVISION: TARA, LOT: 3. 1ST FILING
  • Tax Lot: 3
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2619.0
  • Building Area Total: 3144.0
  • Living Area: 2619.0
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 140x85
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 523240
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Mineral Rights: Negotiable
  • 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
  • Overall Condition: Excellent
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Atmos
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Other
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Range
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Vinyl Sheet Floor
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Room Type: Bedrm: Additional, Master Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/
Room Information
Room Information
  • BA Master Bath: MBA Double Vanity,MBA Separate Shower,MBA Tub: Garden/Soaking
  • BD Master Bedroom: MBR Walk-In Closets
  • RO Room Types Level 1: Bedrm: Additional (L1),Bedrm: Master (L1),Dining Room Formal (L1),Kitchen (L1)

Property History for 8591 Wakefield Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

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
12/01/2025

Price Change

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 10
Charter - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Lasalle Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Westdale Middle School
Public6 to 8

IDEA Bridge
CharterK to 10

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 August 22, 2025 by Falaya, it's currently listed at $415,000. It has been on the market for a total of 126 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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