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Looking for a Desirable Subdivision all in the center of Baton Rouge? Then look no further than this 3 bedroom 2 bath home in Tara! This home has everything you are looking for and all on a Fantastic budget, ready for you to make your own personal touches to it! This home has a newer roof, New outside HVAC with a fenced in backyard. Just think you can add all your own touches this large spacious home and be in one of the best subdivisions Baton Rouge has to offer!!!
AcadianaMLS #BR2018018946
Nov 15, 2018
Listed
$224,700
$106/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 24, 1997
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,832 (+5.4%)
$3,000 + $19,000
$22,000
2024
$2,687 (+10.5%)
$3,000 + $19,000
$22,000
2023
$2,431 (−0.2%)
$3,000 + $16,480
$19,480
2022
$2,436 (+2.2%)
$3,000 + $16,480
$19,480
2021
$2,383 (+0.6%)
$3,000 + $16,480
$19,480
2020
$2,368 (+40.6%)
$3,000 + $16,480
$19,480
2019
$1,684 (+1.2%)
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2018
$1,665
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2017
$1,665 (+2.4%)
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2016
$1,626 (+120.3%)
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2014
$738
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2013
$738
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
Tax history for 8857 Wakefield Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,832 (+5.4%)
$3,000 + $19,000
$22,000
2024
$2,687 (+10.5%)
$3,000 + $19,000
$22,000
2023
$2,431 (−0.2%)
$3,000 + $16,480
$19,480
2022
$2,436 (+2.2%)
$3,000 + $16,480
$19,480
2021
$2,383 (+0.6%)
$3,000 + $16,480
$19,480
2020
$2,368 (+40.6%)
$3,000 + $16,480
$19,480
2019
$1,684 (+1.2%)
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2018
$1,665
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2017
$1,665 (+2.4%)
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2016
$1,626 (+120.3%)
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2014
$738
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
2013
$738
$3,000 + $10,000
$13,000
*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
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,000
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
005-9199-8
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 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
Garage Information
Has Carport
Parking Information
Parking Features: Carport Rear
Other Parking: Carport SqFt(452.00)
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling
Heating: Central
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Flooring: Carpet, Other, Slate
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Electric Stove Con
Fireplace Features
Fireplace Features: Other
Has Fireplace
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Lighting
Fencing: Full, Privacy, Wood
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick, Frame
Patio And Porch Features: Open
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Location
Location Information
Directions: Tara Blvd to Wakefield. Home is down on the (L)
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Pool, Playground
Utility Information
Gas: Gas: Atmos
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,000
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 005-9199-8
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Photos Count: 12
Around this home
Schools
Lasalle Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Westdale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
Tara High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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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Historical weather
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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$280,000 – $339,000
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