Real Estate Investing in Abbeville, Louisiana

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 23,909 • Vermilion Parish

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Should you buy in Abbeville, LA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (54/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 16.7% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Declining values: -2.0% 5-year CAGR — values have moved lower.
  • 1-year downturn: Values declined 3.8% in the last year.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

0.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $131,332
Avg Monthly Rent $765
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Abbeville Real Estate

Abbeville in Louisiana is one of the markets where the numbers warn before they reward — 1 ZIPs, a sizable population, and a rating that reflects material risk.

A 3.0 rating and a 5-year CAGR of 0.0% are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting, not spreadsheet tourism. Abbeville is in that category.

decisively Abbeville's sale market has not rewarded patience. a challenging fit for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

The 0% renter share in Abbeville masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Avg Home Value
$131,332
Avg Monthly Rent
$765
1% Rule
✗ Below
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📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Lafayette, LA metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
53%
Days Pending
2/2
77 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Lafayette, LA metro
77
Days to pending
8.6%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Abbeville, LA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Abbeville, LA

How strong is Abbeville, LA for real estate investors?

Our data puts Abbeville, LA at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $131K and rents around $765/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

How much is rent in Abbeville, LA?

Average rent in Abbeville, LA is approximately $765/mo per month. Against $131K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

Is housing expensive in Abbeville, LA?

Expect median prices around $131K in Abbeville, LA. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been consistent.

What are vacancy rates like in Abbeville, LA?

Vacancy risk in Abbeville, LA is elevated. That supports consistent cash flow for typical rental holds.

Can owner-occupants cash flow in Abbeville, LA?

House hacking in Abbeville, LA is a challenging. With home values around $131K and rents at $765/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

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