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Last listed at $184,900, CLOSED ON Jul 2019

$248,406

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,070/mo

•

2,174

sq ft

17218 General Forrest Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

About this home

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

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

$114Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by • Covington & Associates Real Estate, LLC

Bought with Desi Pomeroy • RE-Solution Property Professionals

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•Source:GBRMLS #2019009645

Redfin Estimate

$248,406

$64K over list price of $185K

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$275,000
A
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SOLD JUN 15, 2026
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B
3 beds2 baths1,794 sq ft
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SOLD APR 9, 2026
$263,500
C
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SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$240,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,652 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 22, 2025
$235,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,513 sq ft
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$232,063

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$1,984/mo

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Market trends in 70817, LA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.3%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$315K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

59d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 17218 General Forrest Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jul 9, 2019

Sold

$185,000

$85/sq ft

GBRMLS #2019009645

Jul 8, 2019

Sold

Jun 10, 2019

Pending

—

Jun 5, 2019

Listed

$184,900

$85/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2019009645

Jun 5, 2019

Listed

$184,900

$85/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 19, 2017

Sold

$160,000

$74/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 16, 2007

Sold

$166,000

$76/sq ft

GBRMLS #2006128883

Jun 23, 2006

Listed

$169,287

$78/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2006128883

Jun 23, 2006

Listed

$169,287

$78/sq ft

Completely re-modeled with new roof, new ceramic tile flooring in bathrooms, kitchen & dining room, new hardwood floors in foyer, hall & family room, new carpet in bedrooms, new ceramic tile kitchen counter tops & splash, new appliances, SS sink & faucet, new hardware, new light fixtures & ceiling fans, new paint in this great open floor plan w/large eat-in kitchen, spacious cathedral ceiling, family room w/real wood burning FP. Fantastic yard & large open space feel w/privacy. 2 car rear carport & large storage room. Move-in today. Will transfer existing AH Select Home Warranty. Dining room could be 4th bedroom or office, Completely fenced in backyard & landscaped.

Public Records

Sep 19, 2005

Sold

$131,000

$60/sq ft

GBRMLS #2005105576

Sep 9, 2005

Listed

$131,000

$60/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2005105576

Sep 9, 2005

Listed

$131,000

$60/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,636 (−0.4%)

$2,000 + $20,175

$22,175

2024

$2,648 (+22.4%)

$2,000 + $20,175

$22,175

2023

$2,163 (+3.1%)

$2,000 + $15,740

$17,740

2022

$2,097 (+1.9%)

$2,000 + $15,740

$17,740

2021

$2,058 (−1.2%)

$2,000 + $15,740

$17,740

2020

$2,084 (+6.1%)

$2,000 + $15,740

$17,740

2019

$1,963 (+1.2%)

$2,000 + $14,000

$16,000

2018

$1,939

$2,000 + $14,000

$16,000

2017

$1,939 (+12.3%)

$2,000 + $14,000

$16,000

2016

$1,727 (−8.8%)

$2,000 + $12,750

$14,750

2014

$1,893

$2,000 + $14,600

$16,600

Tax history for 17218 General Forrest Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,636 (−0.4%)

$2,000 + $20,175

$22,175

2024

$2,648 (+22.4%)

$2,000 + $20,175

$22,175

2023

$2,163 (+3.1%)

$2,000 + $15,740

$17,740

2022

$2,097 (+1.9%)

$2,000 + $15,740

$17,740

2021

$2,058 (−1.2%)

$2,000 + $15,740

$17,740

2020

$2,084 (+6.1%)

$2,000 + $15,740

$17,740

2019

$1,963 (+1.2%)

$2,000 + $14,000

$16,000

2018

$1,939

$2,000 + $14,000

$16,000

2017

$1,939 (+12.3%)

$2,000 + $14,000

$16,000

2016

$1,727 (−8.8%)

$2,000 + $12,750

$14,750

2014

$1,893

$2,000 + $14,600

$16,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,803 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,774

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

East Baton Rouge Parish

APN

020-8438-4

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 4
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 4

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central

Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings
Window Features: Storm Window(s), Drapes
Appliances: Oven, Range, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Privacy, Wood
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Foundation Details: Slab

Property Features
Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Workshop

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Possible Use: Residential

Land Information
Topography: Level

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 86 x 141.44 x 71 x 140

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $35

Schools Information
Elementary School District: East Baton Rouge
Middle Or Junior School District: East Baton Rouge
High School District: East Baton Rouge

Location 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
Subdivision Name: Shenandoah Estates

Community Information
Community Features: Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,774
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,803 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 020-8438-4

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026

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Schools

Shenandoah Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Woodlawn Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

7/10

Woodlawn High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

3/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 108° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

9/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$236,000 – $286,000

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Home values near 17218 General Forrest Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
17208 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1689 Sq. Ft.	$244,621
17248 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1881 Sq. Ft.	$298,154

Address	Redfin Estimate
17146 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1684 Sq. Ft.	$255,413
17310 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1970 Sq. Ft.	$292,096

Address	Redfin Estimate
17238 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$302,542
17126 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2116 Sq. Ft.	$241,255

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