Real Estate Investing in Sulphur, Louisiana

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 42,402 • Calcasieu Parish

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (46/100)

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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 16.3% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Declining values: -0.8% 5-year CAGR — values have moved lower.

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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 $211,512
Avg Monthly Rent $1,283
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Sulphur Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning corner of Louisiana: Sulphur has 2 ZIPs and a sizable population, and the investment math only works for investors who truly understand the market.

Investors considering Sulphur, LA should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

unambiguously Sulphur's sale market has not rewarded patience. a harder case for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

Demographics in Sulphur show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is modest relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Avg Home Value
$211,512
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,283
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (LA)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Lake Charles, LA metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
58%
Days Pending
2/2
73 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Lake Charles, LA metro
73
Days to pending
6.0%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Sulphur, LA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sulphur, LA

Are there empty rentals in Sulphur, LA?

Sulphur, LA sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader LA rental market.

How strong is tenant demand in Sulphur, LA?

Sulphur, LA draws a stable base of working renters. Demand at the $1,283/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

Should investors consider Sulphur, LA?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Sulphur, LA reflects its $212K prices and $1,283/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within LA.

How much does a house cost in Sulphur, LA?

Homes in Sulphur, LA typically sell near $212K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which reliable long-term demand.

What approach is best for Sulphur, LA real estate?

The best-fit strategy in Sulphur, LA is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

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