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12215 Lake Sherwood Ave S, Baton Rouge, LA, 70816

5beds
3baths
3,435sqft
$550,000
$160price/sqft
$3,931/moest. monthly cost
$157,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

LAKE FRONT PROPERTY, LAKE SIDE POOL & SUN DECK Enter this spacious home through a stunning FOYER. This 5-bedroom, 3 bath home will check all of your “boxes" & hug you as you live & entertain in it’s versatile floor plan. Cozy up in front of the huge brick fireplace in the DEN entertain family & friends at the huge wet bar or relax on your covered patio as you take in the peaceful views of the lake or swim in your lake side gunite pool. . KITCHEN offers center island, SS double wall ovens, microwave, dishwasher. lots of cabinets & prep area. MORNING/BREAKFAST RM is set in a large bay-window. FORMAL DINING ROOM for special meals. PRIMARY BEDROOM w/ soaking tub, shower, & double vanities is downstairs & has private access to cover patio w/ views of the lake. 3 other very large bedrooms are downstairs 1 of them could be used as STUDY or LIBRARY. …THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING. LET’S HEAD UPSTAIRS NOW Where you will find a 5th bedroom with a full bath. This room could also be YOUR GAME, MEDIA, or GUEST ROOM w/ access to the FABULOUS SUN DECK OVERLOOKING THE LAKE,POOL & 2 BEAUTIFUL FOUNTAINS IN THE LAKE. LAKE SHERWOOD ACRES is a "well-kept secret" of 312 homes located between S. Sherwood Forest & Coursey Boulevards. There are 81 homes built along the shores of a 20 acre lake, as well as 231 homes that are located off the lake. Association dues include privileges at the the neighborhood Club w/a 25 meter swimming pool, clubhouse, use of the lake, as well as many other sponsored activities. grounds & common areas are meticulously maintained. NEW HVAC & DUCT WORK s

Getting Around

60
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
42
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Southeast Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.9 mi
2/10
Tara High SchoolGrades 9-122.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Cosmetic Changes
  • Year built: 1976

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Brick Siding,Wood Siding,Brick,Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Oven,Double Oven,Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room,Inside,Washer/Dryer Hookups

Bedroom1

  • Level: First
  • Area: 255

Bedroom2

  • Level: First
  • Area: 255

Bedroom3

  • Level: First
  • Area: 156

Bedroom4

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 345

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 182

Features

  • Built-in Features
  • Window features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Laminate
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas Log,Masonry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Attic: Attic Access

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: 2 or More Units Heat,Central
  • Cooling features: Multi Units,Central Air,Zoned,Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,641
  • Total interior livable area: 3,435 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Laminate Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry
  • Level: First
  • Area: 154

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 525

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Separate Shower, Soaking Tub

Master Bedroom

  • Features: En Suite Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Level: First
  • Area: 156

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 01824058

Features

  • Stories: 2
  • Private pool: Yes
  • Pool features: In Ground,Gunite
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Patio,Porch
  • Exterior features: Lighting
  • Fencing: Wrought Iron
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Water
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Water
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Waterfront,Lake Front

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.34 Acres
  • Features: Landscaped
  • Lot size dimensions: 100 x 150

Parking

  • Parking features: Carport,Concrete,Driveway
  • 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

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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Tornado
Hurricane
Heat Wave
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties

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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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,781$33,372
Home Insurance *$603$7,236
Property Taxes $288$3,456
Electricity $259$3,116
Total$3,931$47,172
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$134,777/yr
40% on housing$117,930/yr
45% on housing$104,826/yr

Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 151,075Commercial: 10,572
Total Premiums$518.28M
Total Exposure$41.71B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.3%
5.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$160This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 70816$120
East Baton Rouge Parish$141

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 70816$136
East Baton Rouge Parish$153

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

DateEventPrice
2026-03-11Listed for sale$550,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentElaine Meroney
BrokerageCompass - Perkins

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