The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 70571 sells for about $155,000, or $164 per square foot.
Prices are up +11.7% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 36 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
ZIP 70571 — Opelousas
The Rayne housing market is showing signs of competitiveness with a double-digit year-over-year increase in median sale prices. While inventory remains tight, the market is moving faster than in previous years, indicating steady demand for affordable housing.
This area is primarily suited for budget-conscious buyers and families looking for affordable single-family housing options in a small-city environment.
Median prices moved up 11.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 36 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 70578, Acadia Parish, Louisiana
The rental market in Rayne has experienced significant volatility with a reported 61% increase in median rent over the past year, though data availability remains limited.
The local economy is centered in Acadia Parish with a mix of small-scale industry and services.
Data sourced from US Census Bureau QuickFacts and Data Commons.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.