205 Alexandre St, Folsom, LA, 70437
About This Home
Owner Financing Available! Escape to your own private retreat on 2.75 picturesque acres in highly desirable Merrywood Estates! This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Acadian-style home offers approximately 2,166 living square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, blending timeless charm with modern upgrades. The inviting interior features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, an open-concept layout, and a cozy electric fireplace that creates the perfect gathering space. The beautifully appointed kitchen showcases Katrina Hickory countertops, granite countertops, and quality cabinetry, making it as functional as it is beautiful. The spacious primary suite is conveniently located on the main floor, while three additional bedrooms upstairs provide plenty of room for family or guests. Designed for comfort and peace of mind, this home includes all new windows, a whole-home water filtration system, new flooring, newer roof, a tankless water heater, and a whole-house generator. Step outside to your own backyard oasis featuring huge covered back Patio, pool, brand-new hot tub—perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Enjoy mature live oak trees, with expansive acreage create the ideal setting for enjoying the best of country living. A detached garage provides additional storage, workshop space, or room for hobbies. Conveniently located just minutes from Covington and Mandeville while offering the tranquility of rural living, 205 Alexander Street is a rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready home with acreage, exceptional outdoor amenities, and premium upgrades.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1996
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Acadian
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Oven,Range
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 11.5
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8x10
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Breakfast Room Nook
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 8
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Cathedral Ceiling(s),Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Stainless Steel Appliances,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace features: Other
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air,1 Unit
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,588
- Total interior livable area: 2,166 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Living Room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.5 x 17.5
Master Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.5 x 17.5
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 16
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 15143
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Patio & porch: Covered,Other,Patio,Porch
- Exterior features: Porch,Patio
Lot
- Lot size: 2.75 Acres
- Features: 1 to 5 Acres,1 or More Acres,Outside City Limits
- Lot size dimensions: 200 x 1200
Parking
- Parking features: Carport,Detached,Garage,Boat,Garage Door Opener,RV Access/Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Carport: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Wildfire
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,275 | $27,300 |
| Home Insurance * | $399 | $4,788 |
| Property Taxes | $266 | $3,192 |
| Electricity | $163 | $1,965 |
| Total | $3,103 | $37,236 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-25 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
| 2022-05-23 | Sold | -- |
| 2022-04-13 | Pending sale | $322,500 |
| 2022-04-11 | Listed for sale | $322,500 |
| 2022-04-06 | Pending sale | $322,500 |
| 2022-04-06 | Listed for sale | $322,500 |
| 2019-07-05 | Sold | -- |
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