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Price cut: $34K (8/30)

$625,000

21 Forest Ave, Metairie, LA 70005

4beds

3,127sqft

$4,026/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1931

7,683 Square Feet Lot

$601,500 Zestimate^®

$200/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Dovetailed wood cabinetryKitchen features formica countertopsBreakfast room

Exceptional opportunity below recent appraised value! This charming two-story cottage nestled in quiet Forest Hills was completely rebuilt in 2003 and awaits your personal refresh. The welcoming front porch with swing makes enjoying the outdoors easy. Inside, the living room and dining room are ideal for entertaining. The kitchen features Formica countertops, dovetailed wood cabinetry, and a breakfast room. The first-level primary suite includes a spacious bath and an attached office/optional 5th bedroom. Upstairs offers a large playroom, three generous bedrooms, a full bath, and a second laundry. The detached oversized garage with carport is plumbed for a full bathroom and has a second-floor unfinished mezzanine with potential for future guest suite. All trim and cabinetry in the home are made of real wood. Flood Zone X.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Description: Flooring: Wood
Level: First
Dimensions: 19'X13'

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15.9'x13.2'

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12.9'x13.2'

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11.11'x13.2'

Dining room

Description: Flooring: Tile
Level: First
Dimensions: 13'x10.7'

Foyer

Description: Flooring: Wood
Level: First
Dimensions: 13.9'X12'

Game room

Description: Flooring: Laminate,Simulated Wood
Level: First
Dimensions: 22.2'x13.9'

Kitchen

Description: Flooring: Tile
Level: First
Dimensions: 13.2'X11.1'

Living room

Description: Flooring: Wood
Level: First
Dimensions: 16'x14'

Office

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: First
Dimensions: 13.3'X11.0'

Heating

Central, Multiple Heating Units

Cooling

Central Air, 2 Units

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total structure area: 4,262
Total interior livable area: 3,127 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Detached, Garage, Three or more Spaces
Has garage: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 7,683 Square Feet
Dimensions: 43/70 x 140.9/136
Features: City Lot, Irregular Lot, Oversized Lot

Details

Parcel number: 0820029872
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Raised
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Average Condition
Year built: 1931

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Forest Hills

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Metairie

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $200/sqft
Tax assessed value: $420,800
Annual tax amount: $5,303
Date on market: 6/19/2026

Estimated market value

$601,500

$571,000 - $632,000

$4,511/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/30/2026	Price change	$625,000-5.2%$200/sqft
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8/12/2026	Price change	$659,000-5.7%$211/sqft
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7/31/2026	Price change	$699,000-6.7%$224/sqft
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6/19/2026	Listed for sale	$749,000$240/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$5,303 -1.3%	$42,080 +3.1%
2023	$5,371 +2.7%	$40,830
2022	$5,231 +7.7%	$40,830
2021	$4,858 +0.7%	$40,830
2020	$4,824 +1.1%	$40,830 +4%
2019	$4,769 +7.1%	$39,270
2018	$4,453	$39,270
2017	$4,453	$39,270
2016	$4,453 +4.8%	$39,270 +4%
2015	$4,247	$37,760
2014	$4,247	$37,760
2002	--	--
2001	--	--
2000	--	--