Why Live in Crescent
Crescent in Houma, LA, features homes averaging around 3,100 square feet, significantly larger than the national average. The neighborhood showcases a mix of ranch-style and Cape Cod homes, alongside modern and contemporary builds. Properties often include driveways and garages, with street parking also available. Bayou Country Sports Park is a local highlight, offering a splash pad, softball complex, and areas for fishing and boating. Pinehurst Place Park provides a playground and open fields, while Ellendale Country Club is known for its golf courses and additional amenities like a pool and tennis courts. For shopping and dining, residents head to Houma Crossing on Martin Luther King Boulevard, which includes big-box stores and a variety of dining options such as Ichiban, Herradura Mexican Restaurant, and Peppers Pizzeria. The neighborhood has limited public transportation, so residents primarily use their vehicles, with Highway 311 and Highway 90 providing access to New Orleans, about 65 miles away. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is 52 miles from Crescent. Crescent students attend highly rated schools, including Houma Junior High School and Terrebonne High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crescent a good place to live?
Crescent is a good place to live. Crescent is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Crescent has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $144,112 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 38.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Crescent are home owners, with 23.6% of residents renting and 76.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Crescent can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Crescent neighborhood guide.
Is Crescent, LA a safe neighborhood?
Crescent, LA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Crescent?
The median home price in Crescent is $562,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $112,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.09%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,720 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $117K a year to afford the median home price in Crescent. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Crescent is $144K.
What are the best public schools in Crescent?
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Home Trends in Crescent, LA
On average, homes in Crescent, Houma sell after 165 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Crescent, Houma over the last 12 months is $449,000, up 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$449,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$562,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$209
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$562,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
36%