2956 Magazine Dr, Baton Rouge, LA, 70816
About This Home
Private, tucked away 1 street townhome development off of South Sherwood Forest Blvd with a serene pond and walking trail. Beautiful one-story townhome with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a large living room and kitchen. When you arrive at this property you will see the pond and find a nice-sized, quiet front patio. When you enter the townhome, the foyer greets you with a niche for your favorite piece of art. Once inside you will discover 2 owner’s suites with full baths and large walk-in closets. Both bedrooms have large windows that bathe the rooms with sunlight. The kitchen includes an island and plenty of counter space for those who love to cook. The kitchen opens to a charming dining space and is next to the living room. The living room has a cozy gas log fireplace for those cold nights and looks out over the private, back patio. Friendly small neighborhood where everyone knows each other. The roof was replaced in 2022. The HOA covers both landscaping and lawn maintenance. Easy living, convenient location and a beautiful pond to enjoy. Schedule your showing today.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick Siding,Stucco Siding,Vinyl Siding,Brick,Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Cooktop,Dishwasher,Range/Oven,Range Hood
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Inside,Washer/Dryer Hookups,Laundry Room
Bedroom1
- Level: First
- Area: 180
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Breakfast Bar,Eat-in Kitchen,Ceiling 9'+,Crown Molding,Pantry,Primary Closet
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Gas Heat
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,953
- Total interior livable area: 1,369 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
- Area: 144
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 201.5
Master Bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Shower
Master Bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath, Ceiling 9ft Plus, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 225
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 01556991
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Wood
- Waterfront features: Walk To Water
Lot
- Lot size: 3,920 sqft
- Features: Landscaped
- Lot size dimensions: 28 x 139 x 29
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Cars Park,Garage Faces Rear,Garage Door Opener,Garage
- Has garage: 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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Hail
- Ice Storm
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 | $1,051 | $12,612 |
| Home Insurance * | $228 | $2,736 |
| Property Taxes | $109 | $1,308 |
| Electricity | $147 | $1,773 |
| Total | $1,535 | $18,420 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-16 | Price change | $208,000 |
| 2024-07-11 | Listed for sale | $216,000 |
| 2024-07-02 | Listing removed | $216,000 |
| 2024-06-09 | Price change | $216,000 |
| 2024-04-28 | Price change | $221,000 |
| 2024-03-26 | Listed for sale | $225,000 |
| 2022-05-09 | Sold | -- |
| 2022-04-12 | Pending sale | $200,000 |
| 2022-04-07 | Listed for sale | $200,000 |
| 2014-11-03 | Listing removed | $1,195 |
| 2014-10-07 | Price change | $1,195 |
| 2014-08-19 | Listed for rent | $1,250 |
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