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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!!!
Public Records
Jul 24, 1997
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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
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Sq. Ft.
2,000
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
APN
005-9199-8
Parking Spaces
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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 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
# of Parking Spaces Total: 6
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 6
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal
Flooring: Carpet, Other, Slate
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Other
Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Fenced, Full, Privacy, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame, Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Possible Use: Residential
Land Information
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 80 x 140
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Location
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 down on the (L)
Subdivision Name: Tara Subd
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Pool
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 Aug 7, 2026
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
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$284,000 – $344,000
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