Cheapest Cities in Louisiana 2026 | Most Affordable Places to Buy

All Affordable Cities in Louisiana

#	City	Median Price	Days on Market	Months Supply	YoY Change
1	Welcome	$11K	31 days	—	N/A
2	St. James	$13K	119 days	—	N/A
3	Golden Meadow	$18K	926 days	7.0 mo	N/A
4	White Castle	$22K	12 days	3.0 mo	N/A
5	Lillie	$22K	63 days	—	N/A
6	Kraemer	$25K	468 days	—	N/A
7	Livonia	$26K	132 days	4.0 mo	N/A
8	Gueydan	$30K	42 days	2.0 mo	N/A
9	Ridgecrest	$32K	80 days	1.0 mo	N/A
10	Merryville	$33K	264 days	4.0 mo	N/A
11	Melville	$35K	68 days	0.5 mo	N/A
12	Chauvin	$40K	15 days	7.0 mo	N/A
13	Boutte	$40K	323 days	3.0 mo	N/A
14	Darrow	$40K	154 days	—	N/A
15	Empire	$40K	68 days	4.0 mo	N/A
16	Vivian	$41K	60 days	3.0 mo	N/A
17	Montgomery	$43K	221 days	1.0 mo	N/A
18	Edgard	$45K	7 days	1.0 mo	N/A
19	Marthaville	$45K	106 days	—	N/A
20	Provencal	$45K	191 days	—	N/A
21	Venice	$45K	157 days	—	N/A
22	Lake Arthur	$46K	167 days	3.0 mo	N/A
23	Goldonna	$49K	123 days	3.0 mo	N/A
24	Bayou Goula	$50K	52 days	—	N/A
25	Killona	$50K	48 days	—	N/A
26	Siracusaville	$50K	48 days	—	N/A
27	Galliano	$52K	204 days	5.4 mo	N/A
28	Henderson	$54K	78 days	1.0 mo	N/A
29	Dorseyville	$57K	78 days	—	N/A
30	Estherwood	$58K	3 days	1.0 mo	N/A
31	Buras	$63K	188 days	2.5 mo	N/A
32	Georgetown	$63K	69 days	—	N/A
33	Fenton	$63K	57 days	1.0 mo	N/A
34	Varnado	$63K	40 days	—	N/A
35	Brownsville	$65K	54 days	2.0 mo	N/A
36	Cameron	$65K	142 days	—	N/A
37	Poydras	$66K	21 days	6.0 mo	N/A
38	Clayton	$67K	178 days	—	N/A
39	Montpelier	$68K	43 days	—	N/A
40	Ida	$70K	196 days	1.0 mo	N/A
41	Roseland	$72K	45 days	1.0 mo	N/A
42	Dixie Inn	$73K	20 days	—	N/A
43	Welsh	$73K	39 days	3.5 mo	N/A
44	Heflin	$75K	23 days	—	N/A
45	Jackson	$75K	8 days	2.0 mo	N/A
46	Patterson	$76K	64 days	1.4 mo	N/A
47	Maringouin	$79K	68 days	—	N/A
48	Eunice	$81K	99 days	7.5 mo	N/A
49	Lockport	$81K	12 days	4.0 mo	N/A
50	Shongaloo	$81K	82 days	1.0 mo	N/A
51	Washington	$81K	197 days	4.5 mo	N/A
52	Cotton Valley	$81K	8 days	—	N/A
53	Junction City	$82K	47 days	1.5 mo	N/A
54	Crescent	$83K	1 days	1.0 mo	N/A
55	Bawcomville	$85K	8 days	5.0 mo	N/A
56	Morse	$85K	5 days	—	N/A
57	Farmerville	$86K	days	4.0 mo	N/A
58	Tangipahoa	$90K	213 days	—	N/A
59	Wilson	$92K	6 days	1.0 mo	N/A
60	DeQuincy	$94K	82 days	9.0 mo	N/A
61	Glenmora	$95K	527 days	1.0 mo	N/A
62	Morrow	$95K	229 days	—	N/A
63	Marion	$100K	83 days	1.0 mo	N/A
64	Ashland	$101K	918 days	—	N/A
65	Centerville	$103K	55 days	—	N/A
66	Pollock	$104K	35 days	1.0 mo	N/A
67	Greensburg	$105K	150 days	2.0 mo	N/A
68	Independence	$105K	127 days	5.0 mo	N/A
69	Richwood	$105K	17 days	—	N/A
70	Bayou Gauche	$108K	104 days	9.0 mo	N/A
71	Glencoe	$108K	106 days	—	N/A
72	Collinston	$109K	26 days	—	N/A
73	Oil City	$110K	125 days	—	N/A
74	South Mansfield	$110K	13 days	—	N/A
75	Cullen	$112K	38 days	1.0 mo	N/A
76	Port Allen	$112K	45 days	5.0 mo	N/A
77	Romeville	$112K	148 days	—	N/A
78	Springhill	$115K	163 days	2.4 mo	N/A
79	Triumph	$115K	55 days	—	N/A
80	Jean Lafitte	$116K	29 days	3.0 mo	N/A
81	Sibley	$116K	209 days	3.0 mo	N/A
82	Paincourtville	$120K	7 days	1.0 mo	N/A
83	Lemannville	$120K	228 days	—	N/A
84	Natchez	$120K	53 days	—	N/A
85	Erath	$121K	14 days	5.0 mo	N/A
86	Brownfields	$122K	95 days	2.5 mo	N/A
87	Catahoula	$125K	318 days	4.0 mo	N/A
88	Pleasure Bend	$125K	36 days	—	N/A
89	Simsboro	$125K	103 days	—	N/A
90	Merrydale	$125K	87 days	5.0 mo	N/A
91	Bogalusa	$126K	81 days	8.0 mo	N/A
92	Krotz Springs	$127K	538 days	—	N/A
93	Bayou Vista	$130K	40 days	3.7 mo	N/A
94	Boothville	$130K	75 days	3.0 mo	N/A
95	Kaplan	$130K	77 days	3.3 mo	N/A
96	Gilliam	$130K	13 days	—	N/A
97	Houma	$130K	58 days	7.3 mo	-22.2%
98	Mooringsport	$130K	426 days	1.0 mo	N/A
99	Berwick	$131K	85 days	4.5 mo	N/A
100	Bernice	$133K	766 days	—	N/A

Affordable Housing in Louisiana

Looking for affordable housing in Louisiana? We've ranked 100 cities by median home price to help you find budget-friendly options. The most affordable city is Welcome with a median price of $11K.

Tips for Finding Affordable Homes

Look at smaller cities: Often have lower prices than metro areas
Consider commute times: Suburbs may offer better value
Check market trends: Some affordable areas are appreciating quickly
Work with a local agent: They know hidden gems and upcoming areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest cities to buy a house in Louisiana?

The most affordable cities in Louisiana are listed above, ranked by median home price. These markets offer entry points significantly below the state average, making homeownership accessible for first-time buyers, investors, and those relocating on a budget.

Is it worth buying a cheap house in Louisiana?

Affordable Louisiana cities can offer excellent value, especially for long-term residents and investors. Key factors to evaluate include local job market strength, school quality, crime rates, and future development plans. A local agent can help you distinguish between genuine value and areas with underlying issues.

Why are some Louisiana cities so much cheaper?

Lower home prices in certain Louisiana cities reflect factors like smaller population size, distance from major metro areas, limited amenities, or economic transitions. However, many affordable cities offer strong quality of life, growing economies, and appreciation potential that makes them smart buying opportunities.

What salary do I need to buy a house in Louisiana's cheapest cities?

In Louisiana's most affordable markets, a household income of $40,000-$60,000 may be sufficient to qualify for a mortgage, depending on the specific price point and current interest rates. Use the 28% rule: your monthly housing payment shouldn't exceed 28% of gross monthly income. A local agent and lender can pre-qualify you.

Are cheap houses in Louisiana a good investment?

Affordable properties can be excellent investments, especially in Louisiana cities with growing populations and economies. Look for markets with rising employment, infrastructure investment, and limited new housing supply. These factors often precede price appreciation, turning today's affordable market into tomorrow's growing one.

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