State report
Real Estate Investing in Louisiana
3 Louisiana metros covered, ranked by the MDR investor score. Average gross rent yield: 7.39%. Average YoY: -0.4%.
Financing in Louisiana
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Louisiana markets through each operator lens.
All markets
Louisiana ranked by MDR investor score.
| # | Market | Median | YoY | Yield | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | New Orleans | $246k | -2.7% | 8.17% | 95 |
| 02 | Baton Rouge | $231k | -0.3% | 6.98% | 81 |
| 03 | Lafayette | $225k | +1.7% | 7.04% | 78 |
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FAQ
Investing in Louisiana.
Is Louisiana a good state for real estate investing in 2026?
Across the 3 Louisiana markets we cover, average gross rent yield is 7.39% and average YoY appreciation is -0.4%. New Orleans is our top-scoring Louisiana market at 95/100.
What is the best city to invest in in Louisiana?
Based on our composite investor score, New Orleans scores highest among Louisiana markets at 95/100. Median home value $245,988 with 8.17% gross rent yield.
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