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

Off market nov 2010 for $237K

$435,040

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,002/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 $435,040.

Single-familyProperty Type

0.38 acresLot Size

$165Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Source:Public Records

Redfin Estimate

$435,040

$198K since sold in November 2010$2,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 11.8% lower than the average sale price ($493K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$464,900
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,106 sq ft
1905 Pollard Pkwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD MAR 27, 2026
$399,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,047 sq ft
1825 Pollard Pkwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD APR 24, 2026
$650,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,516 sq ft
5722 S Pollard Pkwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$750,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,514 sq ft
5548 Coldwater Creek Ct, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$279,900
E
3 beds2 baths1,859 sq ft
4755 Hyacinth Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$415,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,755 sq ft
4759 Sweetbriar St, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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$291,984

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$1,953/mo

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Market trends in 70808, LA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced 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

New listings for sale

$390,000
3 beds2 baths1,586 sq ft
2180 Cedardale Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
NEW 13 HRS AGO
$1,068,200
5 beds4 baths3,052 sq ft
2102 Rouzan Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$400,000
3 beds2 baths1,805 sq ft
460 Dentation Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
HOT HOME
$425,000
5 beds3.5 baths3,253 sq ft
1034 Woodstone Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$410,000
3 beds2 baths1,793 sq ft
2125 Myrtledale Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$839,000
4 beds3.5 baths2,598 sq ft
2110 Rouzan Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$2,850,000
5 beds5.5 baths6,018 sq ft
7765 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$399,500
3 beds2 baths1,650 sq ft
4025 Irvine St, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$659,500
4 beds4 baths3,126 sq ft
1763 Rosemont Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
$289,000
3 beds2 baths2,315 sq ft
8887 Laurynwood Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Sale history for 5874 Forsythia Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Nov 17, 2010

Sold

$237,000

$90/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 11, 2005

Sold

$188,000

$71/sq ft

GBRMLS #200588877

Feb 24, 2005

Listed

$194,500

$74/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR200588877

Feb 24, 2005

Listed

$194,500

$74/sq ft

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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 Aug 7, 2026

Around this home

Schools

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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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

$414,000 – $501,000

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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.	$514,020
5921 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4251 Sq. Ft.	$1,045,418

Address	Redfin Estimate
5830 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2913 Sq. Ft.	$516,175
5945 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4102 Sq. Ft.	$615,563

Address	Redfin Estimate
5852 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2465 Sq. Ft.	$483,111
5944 Forsythia Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3325 Sq. Ft.	$470,444

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Property details

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