Why Live in North Houma
North Houma is a primarily residential neighborhood offering a mix of older cottage-style homes and midcentury designs. Prices range from the low $100,000s to the mid-$200,000s. Most lots are small but still offer lawn space and driveways. Sidewalks provide appealing walkability, and downtown is within walking distance.
The neighborhood is served by schools such as Houma Junior High and Terrebonne High, both part of the highly rated Terrebonne Parish School District.
Outdoor destinations include Maple Avenue Park and Glenn F. Pope Memorial Park, both with playgrounds and walking paths. The Downtown Marina features a scenic walking track, while the Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum celebrates Cajun culture with exhibits and live music.
Dining options along Park Avenue include The Pit Stop, and grocery shopping is convenient with ALDI and Walmart Supercenter about a mile away. Residents enjoy quick access to downtown, which offers contemporary chopping and dining and hosts festivals such as the Bayou Terrebonne Boucherie.
Transportation is convenient via the Barataria Avenue Bridge, which connects to the bus terminal and U.S. Route 90. New Orleans is about 60 miles away via U.S. 90.
Home Trends in North Houma, LA
On average, homes in North Houma, Houma sell after 90 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in North Houma, Houma over the last 12 months is $160,000, down 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$160,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$160,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$223,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$103
Number of Homes for Sale
30
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median List Price
$159,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-25%