It’s all in the details. This thoughtfully designed 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home has features that one would find in a luxury home! Upon entering the home you will be greeted by a large room that can either be used for a formal living room or dining room. Seller has used it as a dining room. To the left of this room is a cedar lined coat closet and then you will find the primary bedroom. New carpet new paint and then the newly remodeled primary bathroom. Two chandeliers hang over the granite topped grey in color custom built-in cabinets. The glass surround shower compliments the space. The two additional bedrooms are just down the hallway. The main bathroom has ship lapped walls, two chandeliers hanging over the granite topped white custom cabinetry with pull out drawers. Custom wood shelves and a glass enclosed tub shower combination finish the space. The living space has a statement making fireplace and a built-in bookcase, this room and the eat in kitchen is one open space. Just off the kitchen is the laundry | mud room complete with a large sink and plenty of storage. Outside you find an oversized covered patio a large backyard with mature trimmed trees. Come tour this home today to see how special it really is!
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
10,018 sq ftLot Size
$138Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by • Century 21 Investment Realty
Bought with Shelby Spurlock• Locations Real Estate
Move in ready home in highly sought after Tara! This home did not flood and does not currently require flood insurance! Walking up to the home you will be greeted with fresh exterior paint and new columns on the front porch! Walking in you will find a formal living room with wood floors and a coat closet. The kitchen is open to the dining and living room making it a great open space for entertaining. The updated kitchen includes granite counter tops, Bosch dishwasher, custom cabinets, double wall ovens and under cabinet lighting. The living room has built in shelves and a gorgeous brick fireplace with large hearth for additional searing and wood mantle. All 3 bedrooms have ample closet space. The laundry room is large and has a door to the backyard to serve as a mudroom. The backyard is spacious and fully fenced. To top it off, the home also has updated exterior windows, 7 year old AC, 9 year old roof, 8 year old water heater and the refrigerator/washer/dryer can stay at buyer's request!
AcadianaMLS #BR2017010260
Jul 6, 2017
Listed
$242,500
$89/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 2009
Sold
$205,000
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 5, 2007
Sold
$162,500
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,211 (+5.2%)
$3,000 + $30,250
$33,250
2024
$4,004 (−1.6%)
$3,000 + $30,250
$33,250
2023
$4,071 (+36.8%)
$3,000 + $30,250
$33,250
2022
$2,976 (+2.3%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2021
$2,910 (+0.6%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2020
$2,892 (−4.1%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2019
$3,017 (+1.2%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2018
$2,981 (+16.3%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2017
$2,562 (+2.4%)
$3,000 + $17,500
$20,500
2016
$2,501 (+55.3%)
$3,000 + $17,500
$20,500
2014
$1,610
$3,000 + $17,500
$20,500
Tax history for 8643 Wakefield Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,211 (+5.2%)
$3,000 + $30,250
$33,250
2024
$4,004 (−1.6%)
$3,000 + $30,250
$33,250
2023
$4,071 (+36.8%)
$3,000 + $30,250
$33,250
2022
$2,976 (+2.3%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2021
$2,910 (+0.6%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2020
$2,892 (−4.1%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2019
$3,017 (+1.2%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2018
$2,981 (+16.3%)
$3,000 + $21,000
$24,000
2017
$2,562 (+2.4%)
$3,000 + $17,500
$20,500
2016
$2,501 (+55.3%)
$3,000 + $17,500
$20,500
2014
$1,610
$3,000 + $17,500
$20,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,232 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,185
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
006-9460-6
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
A1
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
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Parking Features: Garage
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: Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features, High Speed Internet, See Remarks
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Double Oven, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Masonry
Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Inside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Covered
Fencing: Fenced, Full, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: 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
Frontage Length: 80
Lot Size Dimensions: 80 x 140
Lot Size Area: 10,018.8
Lot Size Acres: 0.23
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: Tara Blvd to Wakefield. Home is on the left or Off of Goodwood Blvd turn on to Tara first street on left.
Subdivision Name: Tara
Community Information
Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Other, Sidewalks, Pool
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,185
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,232 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 006-9460-6
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lasalle Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
Tara High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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 • 70806
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$355,000 – $430,000
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