Google street view image for 5874 Forsythia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Off market nov 2010 for $237K

$433,402

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,982/mo

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5874 Forsythia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

About this home

5874 Forsythia Ave is a 2,640 square foot house on a 0.38 acre lot. - it last sold on November 17, 2010 for $237,000. Based on Redfin's Baton Rouge data, we estimate the home's value is $433,402.

Single-familyProperty Type

0.38 acresLot Size

$164Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Source:Public Records

Redfin Estimate

$433,402

$196K since sold in November 2010$2,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 23.8% higher than the average sale price ($350K) of 1 comparable home.

SOLD OCT 28, 2026
$350,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,669 sq ft
5920 Hibiscus Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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$290,440

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$1,890/mo

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Market trends in 70808, LA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

96.0%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$442K

$47K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

127

2 MoM

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$519,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,952 sq ft
6045 Hibiscus Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$254,500
4 beds3 baths2,327 sq ft
9127 Fox Run Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$359,000
3 beds2 baths1,328 sq ft
2414 Homer St, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$399,000
3 beds2 baths1,972 sq ft
1333 Stephens Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$465,000
3 beds2 baths2,023 sq ft
1743 Pickett Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$450,000
3 beds2 baths2,919 sq ft
4080 Churchill Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$214,900
3 beds2 baths1,430 sq ft
155 Heatherwood Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$350,000
3 beds3 baths2,344 sq ft
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$250,000
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Sale history for 5874 Forsythia Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,531 (+4.7%)

$6,000 + $30,960

$36,960

2024

$4,329 (+14.7%)

$6,000 + $30,960

$36,960

2023

$3,774 (−0.2%)

$6,000 + $25,680

$31,680

2022

$3,783 (+2.3%)

$6,000 + $25,680

$31,680

2021

$3,696 (+0.7%)

$6,000 + $25,680

$31,680

2020

$3,672 (+4.4%)

$6,000 + $25,680

$31,680

2019

$3,518 (+1.3%)

$6,000 + $23,050

$29,050

2018

$3,475

$6,000 + $23,050

$29,050

2017

$3,475 (+42.0%)

$6,000 + $23,050

$29,050

2016

$2,447 (+23.5%)

$6,000 + $14,983

$20,983

2014

$1,982

$6,000 + $17,700

$23,700

Tax history for 5874 Forsythia Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,531 (+4.7%)

$6,000 + $30,960

$36,960

2024

$4,329 (+14.7%)

$6,000 + $30,960

$36,960

2023

$3,774 (−0.2%)

$6,000 + $25,680

$31,680

2022

$3,783 (+2.3%)

$6,000 + $25,680

$31,680

2021

$3,696 (+0.7%)

$6,000 + $25,680

$31,680

2020

$3,672 (+4.4%)

$6,000 + $25,680

$31,680

2019

$3,518 (+1.3%)

$6,000 + $23,050

$29,050

2018

$3,475

$6,000 + $23,050

$29,050

2017

$3,475 (+42.0%)

$6,000 + $23,050

$29,050

2016

$2,447 (+23.5%)

$6,000 + $14,983

$20,983

2014

$1,982

$6,000 + $17,700

$23,700

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

Zoning and permits

Zoning
Permits

Single Family Residential Disrtict

The purpose of A1 is to permit low density single family residential development with a maximum of 4.1 units per acre. Accessory uses normally compatible with surrounding low density residential development may be permitted.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Park & open space

Mar 19, 2024 • Final

Residential

Install a generator at a personal residence.

Electrical

Generator

Plumbing

Nov 7, 2022 • Final

Residential

Relocate a 200 amp electrical service by disconnecting the existing overhead connection and reconnecting it as an underground service.

Electrical

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Exterior

Property Information
Subdivision Name: POLLARD ESTATES
Living Sq. Ft: 2,640
Legal Description: WARD: 1-3, SUBDIVISION: POLLARD ESTATES, LOT: 212.

Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 16,592
Legal Lot Number: 212
Municipality Type: X14
Municipality Name: EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH
Acres: 0.3809
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE

Financial

Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,640
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 006-3069-1

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Westminster Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi

7/10

Glasgow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

6/10

Tara High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

2/10

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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, 20 days in 30 years

9/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

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

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Baton Rouge, LA • 70808

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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$412,000 – $499,000

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Home values near 5874 Forsythia Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5966 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2462 Sq. Ft.	$514,492
5921 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 4088 Sq. Ft.	$1,071,525
5932 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2489 Sq. Ft.	$441,031
1920 Tamarix Street, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2081 Sq. Ft.	$436,724
1988 Tamarix Street, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2155 Sq. Ft.	$384,553
5852 Hyacinth Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2232 Sq. Ft.	$453,137
5767 Hyacinth Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2859 Sq. Ft.	$392,869

Address	Redfin Estimate
5830 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2309 Sq. Ft.	$525,168
5945 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 3390 Sq. Ft.	$620,796
5920 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2484 Sq. Ft.	$574,871
1745 Dahlia Street, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2391 Sq. Ft.	$425,418
5845 Hyacinth Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2850 Sq. Ft.	$511,172
2022 Tamarix Street, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2204 Sq. Ft.	$381,035
5889 Hyacinth Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2159 Sq. Ft.	$488,337

Address	Redfin Estimate
5852 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2465 Sq. Ft.	$480,186
5944 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2555 Sq. Ft.	$466,260
5867 Hyacinth Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 3890 Sq. Ft.	$621,571
5821 Hyacinth Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1824 Sq. Ft.	$374,628
1956 Tamarix Street, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2287 Sq. Ft.	$406,402
5789 Hyacinth Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1720 Sq. Ft.	—
1833 Dahlia Street, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2916 Sq. Ft.	$495,429

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