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3510 Forsythe Ave, Monroe, LA, 71201

4beds
4baths
4,485sqft
$899,000
$200price/sqft
$6,316/moest. monthly cost
$252,640/yrincome needed

About This Home

Nestled on a quiet dead-end street along beautiful Bayou DeSiard, this spacious 4,500 sq. ft. Acadian-style home offers incredible potential in one of the area's most desirable locations. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this home is designed with generous living spaces and timeless architectural charm. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone, while inside you'll find a formal dining room, a massive living room with soaring 20-foot ceilings, and a fireplace that creates a warm focal point for gatherings. The oversized primary suite is truly exceptional at approximately 32' x 26', complete with its own fireplace, creating a private retreat unlike anything else on the market. This home does need some TLC and updating, but the bones, size, and location make it an outstanding opportunity for homeowners, investors, or anyone looking to create their dream waterfront property. Properties on Bayou DeSiard in locations like this rarely become available. Bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this remarkable home! Priced to sell. Schedule your private showing today

Getting Around

8
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
32
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
Neville High SchoolGrades 9-122.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1982

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Architecture Style
  • Construction materials: Brick Veneer,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional,Acadian
  • Property subType: Site Build,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Washer/Dryer Connect

Bedroom

  • Level: First
  • Area: 210

Bedroom1

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 202.5

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 202.5

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 4

Dining Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 263.5

Features

  • Wet Bar,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows,All Stay
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Two,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Masonry
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas,Central,Multiple Units
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric,Multi Units

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,036
  • Total interior livable area: 4,485 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First
  • Area: 240

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 800

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First
  • Area: 832

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 54456
  • Zoning: res
  • Zoning description: res

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Open Deck
  • Exterior features: Pier
  • Fencing: Other
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Bayou

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.50 Acres
  • Features: Landscaped,Cul-De-Sac,Irregular Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 75 x 250 x 100 x 234

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Hard Surface Drv.
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: 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

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Ice Storm
Tornado
Hail
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Tornado
Tropical Storm
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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 $4,545$54,540
Home Insurance *$1,043$12,516
Property Taxes $389$4,668
Electricity $339$4,069
Total$6,316$75,792
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$216,548/yr
40% on housing$189,480/yr
45% on housing$168,426/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: 13.7%
13.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.3%
5.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.6%
0.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$200This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 71201$123
Ouachita Parish$119

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 71201$124
Ouachita Parish$134

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
2026-07-24Price change$899,000
2026-06-23Listed for sale$985,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentSlagle McGuffee
BrokerageRe/Max Premier Realty

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