Real Estate Investing in Cut Off, Louisiana (70354)

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Lafourche Parish • Population: 3,547 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 70354 (Cut Off, LA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (63/100)

Mixed — values have been flat. OK for long-horizon buyers, less attractive if you may need to sell soon.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (57/100)

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
  • Declining values: -8.6% 5-year CAGR — values have moved lower.
  • Elevated vacancy: 11.2% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

5.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $106,366
Avg Monthly Rent $936
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $52,688
% Renters 18.5%

Market Analysis: 70354 Cut Off

ZIP 70354 in Cut Off, LA carries a solid set of headwinds. Home values near $106K and rents of $936/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

The 70354 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Statewide comparisons place 70354 among LA's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Employment concentration in 70354 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. robust returns are possible in 70354, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Cut Off:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 53/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
0/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+14.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $936/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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WARM MARKET
Houma-Thibodaux, LA Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
5.6%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Houma-Thibodaux, LA metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$190K$167K$145K$123K$100K$78KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 70354 Compare?

Metric 70354 Cut Off Houma-Thibodaux, LA Louisiana
Home Value $106,366 $122,233 N/A $207,909
5-Year CAGR N/A N/A N/A 0.7%
Avg Rent $936 $936 N/A -
Cap Rate 6.9% 6.1% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
6.9%
Good
5yr Growth
-8.6%
Declining

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $106,366
Monthly Rent $936
Price-to-Rent 9.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 10.6%
Cap Rate 6.9%
5-Year IRR N/A

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +14.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR -8.6% ▼
10-Year CAGR -4.7% ▼

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Neutral Leverage Cap Rate: 6.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage is roughly neutral here.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) is close to the estimated cap rate (6.9%). Financing this market at current rates produces a cash-on-cash return near the cap rate. Appreciation and tax benefits may still support the investment.

⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
11.2%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
-8.6%
Declining
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 70354

Population: 3,547

💰 Median Household Income
$52,688
This area
$52,688
State
$55,539
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
18.5%
This area
18.5%
State
27.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.0%
This area
4.0%
State
-18.7%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
6.8%
This area
6.8%
State
-4.6%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
41.8 years
This area
41.8 years
State
-6.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
11.2%
This area
11.2%
State
20.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 79.6%
Other/Mixed 15.8%
Hispanic/Latino 8.8%
Black/African American 4.5%
👶 Under 18
21.8%
This area
21.8%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.9%
This area
15.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
11.5%
This area
11.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 70354

A Avg School Grade
1 Schools
16.0:1 Avg Class Size
$17,007 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Galliano Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
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426 Students
👨‍🏫
16.0:1 Class Size
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$17,007 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Cut Off, LA rate as a rental market?

Cut Off, LA shows an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $106K and average rents around $936/mo. That combination puts it in the sturdy tier for investor interest.

How much rent can I charge in Cut Off, LA?

The typical rental in Cut Off, LA commands about $936/mo monthly. That rent profile consistent cash flow against the $106K purchase basis.

Are there empty rentals in Cut Off, LA?

Expect elevated vacancy in Cut Off, LA. Rents at $936/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

How viable is house hacking in Cut Off, LA?

House hacking works a challenging in Cut Off, LA. Rents of $936/mo against $106K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

What approach is best for Cut Off, LA real estate?

Most investors in Cut Off, LA run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

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