501 Sunset Ave, Houma, LA, 70360
About This Home
Full of character and opportunity, this charming corner-lot property offers the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for a unique residence, a live/work setup, or an investment with future potential, this property is worth a look. Currently configured with three spacious rooms, a welcoming front sitting area, a full bathroom, and a kitchen with the hood vent still in place and ready for a stove to be reinstalled. Tastefully updated throughout with a functional layout, the home offers street parking with additional space at the rear for future parking, outdoor living, or expansion. Conveniently located near Hwy 311 and Barrow Street while tucked away in a quiet downtown setting. Endless possibilities await.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Bedroom1
- Level: First
- Area: 210.25
Bedroom2
- Level: First
- Area: 174
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Wood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,197
- Total interior livable area: 1,197 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 68532
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 6,969 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 60 x 118
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Tornado
- Coastal Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $958 | $11,496 |
| Home Insurance * | $246 | $2,952 |
| Property Taxes | $63 | $756 |
| Electricity | $147 | $1,773 |
| Total | $1,414 | $16,968 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-07 | Price change | $189,500 |
| 2026-06-26 | Listed for sale | $197,500 |
| 2022-05-26 | Sold | -- |
| 2017-03-31 | Sold | -- |
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