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Last listed at $279,000, CLOSED ON Aug 2020

$339,180

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,309/mo

•

3,201

sq ft

17759 General Forrest Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

About this home

This well maintained 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath house in Shenandoah Estates does not lack curb appeal! The exterior has been updated with painted brick, new hardiplank siding, and new cypress columns on the front porch. Kitchen has been updated with granite countertops and backsplash, stainless appliances, tile flooring, can lighting and updated fixtures, tile flooring and features a bead board accent on the ceiling. Large island, walk-in pantry, corner sink, cabinet under lighting. The breakfast room is spacious and could accommodate a seating area as well. A great space to cook and entertain! Living Room boasts a fireplace and custom mantle surrounded by built-ins. Formal dining room with with picture window and wainscoting on the walls makes for a grand space. All three additional bedrooms have walk-in closets. Double sinks in the hall bath. The master bedroom and bath have two walk-in closets, his/her sinks, water closet, and separate shower. Outside area has a covered, insulated patio. Fully fenced backyard with new drainage. Beautiful landscaping with a couple of fruit trees and the cutest treehouse adorn the backyard. Great for entertaining! Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, I-10 and I-12, BREC park, and SOAC Health Club! Flood zone X and did not flood in 2016. This home is ready for it’s new owner!Measurements not warranted by Seller/Broker/Realtor.

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

0.3 acresLot Size

$106Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by • RE/MAX Professional

Bought with Nancy Kemske • Keller Williams Realty Red Stick Partners

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•Source:GBRMLS #2020011147

Redfin Estimate

$339,180

$60K over list price of $279K

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This home's estimate is 4.7% lower than the average sale price ($356K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 24, 2026
$359,900
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,368 sq ft
17831 General Forrest Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$315,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,172 sq ft
6112 Chattanooga Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
SOLD NOV 10, 2025
$315,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,238 sq ft
5246 Stones River Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
SOLD APR 10, 2026
$309,900
D
4 beds2 baths2,315 sq ft
5487 Hagerstown Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$499,900
E
4 beds3 baths2,300 sq ft
6843 Dianthus Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
SOLD APR 16, 2026
$335,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,464 sq ft
6046 Hagerstown Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

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$2,316/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 17759 General Forrest Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Aug 21, 2020

Sold

$282,000

$88/sq ft

GBRMLS #2020011147

Aug 20, 2020

Sold

Jul 17, 2020

Pending

—

Jul 16, 2020

Listed

$279,000

$87/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2020011147

Jul 16, 2020

Listed

$279,000

$87/sq ft

+12

This well maintained 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath house in Shenandoah Estates does not lack curb appeal! The exterior has been updated with painted brick, new hardiplank siding, and new cypress columns on the front porch. Kitchen has been updated with granite countertops and backsplash, stainless appliances, tile flooring, can lighting and updated fixtures, tile flooring and features a bead board accent on the ceiling. Large island, walk-in pantry, corner sink, cabinet under lighting. The breakfast room is spacious and could accommodate a seating area as well. A great space to cook and entertain! Living Room boasts a fireplace and custom mantle surrounded by built-ins. Formal dining room with with picture window and wainscoting on the walls makes for a grand space. All three additional bedrooms have walk-in closets. Double sinks in the hall bath. The master bedroom and bath have two walk-in closets, his/her sinks, water closet, and separate shower. Outside area has a covered, insulated patio. Fully fenced backyard with new drainage. Beautiful landscaping with a couple of fruit trees and the cutest treehouse adorn the backyard. Great for entertaining! Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, I-10 and I-12, BREC park, and SOAC Health Club! Flood zone X and did not flood in 2016. This home is ready for it's new owner!Measurements not warranted by Seller/Broker/Realtor.

Public Records

Apr 11, 2016

Sold

$240,000

$75/sq ft

GBRMLS #2015006596

Oct 31, 2015

Delisted

—

Jul 21, 2015

Price Changed

$249,900

$78/sq ft

Jun 26, 2015

Price Changed

$251,900

$79/sq ft

Jun 3, 2015

Listed

$256,900

$80/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2015006596

Apr 30, 2015

Listed

$249,900

$78/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 18, 2007

Sold

$244,900

$77/sq ft

GSREIN #678157

Feb 16, 2007

Listed

$244,900

$77/sq ft

GBRMLS #2007149001

Feb 16, 2007

Listed

$244,900

$77/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #NO678157

Feb 16, 2007

Listed

$244,900

$77/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2007149001

Feb 16, 2007

Listed

$244,900

$77/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,368 (−0.4%)

$2,400 + $26,188

$28,588

2024

$3,383 (+5.3%)

$2,400 + $26,188

$28,588

2023

$3,212 (+3.2%)

$2,400 + $24,390

$26,790

2022

$3,112 (+1.9%)

$2,400 + $24,390

$26,790

2021

$3,053 (+15.0%)

$2,400 + $24,390

$26,790

2020

$2,656 (−3.5%)

$2,400 + $20,470

$22,870

2019

$2,752 (+1.3%)

$2,400 + $20,400

$22,800

2018

$2,718

$2,400 + $20,400

$22,800

2017

$2,718 (+3.5%)

$2,400 + $20,400

$22,800

2016

$2,625 (+35.6%)

$2,400 + $20,400

$22,800

2014

$1,936

$2,400 + $22,100

$24,500

Tax history for 17759 General Forrest Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,368 (−0.4%)

$2,400 + $26,188

$28,588

2024

$3,383 (+5.3%)

$2,400 + $26,188

$28,588

2023

$3,212 (+3.2%)

$2,400 + $24,390

$26,790

2022

$3,112 (+1.9%)

$2,400 + $24,390

$26,790

2021

$3,053 (+15.0%)

$2,400 + $24,390

$26,790

2020

$2,656 (−3.5%)

$2,400 + $20,470

$22,870

2019

$2,752 (+1.3%)

$2,400 + $20,400

$22,800

2018

$2,718

$2,400 + $20,400

$22,800

2017

$2,718 (+3.5%)

$2,400 + $20,400

$22,800

2016

$2,625 (+35.6%)

$2,400 + $20,400

$22,800

2014

$1,936

$2,400 + $22,100

$24,500

*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

0.27 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,287

Year built

1990

Style

Single Family Residential

County

East Baton Rouge Parish

APN

002-1088-9

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: 2
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Partial Bathrooms: 1

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

Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features, Crown Molding, See Remarks, High Ceilings
Window Features: Skylight(s), Drapes
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Inside

Exterior

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

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

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

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 90 x 145
Lot Size Area: 13,068
Lot Size Acres: 0.3

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $30

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: Monitor to Hagerstown to General Forest. Home just past Grand Coteau
Subdivision Name: Shenandoah Estates

Community Information
Community Features: Park, Playground

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,287
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 002-1088-9

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Shenandoah Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

8/10

Woodlawn Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

7/10

Woodlawn High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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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, 22 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

$323,000 – $391,000

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Home values near 17759 General Forrest Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
17739 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2208 Sq. Ft.	$340,825
17758 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2259 Sq. Ft.	$316,410

Address	Redfin Estimate
17719 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3144 Sq. Ft.	$351,963
17825 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2128 Sq. Ft.	$318,559

Address	Redfin Estimate
17831 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2368 Sq. Ft.	$394,340
17738 General Forrest Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2207 Sq. Ft.	$329,004

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