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1603 Brown St, Opelousas, LA, 70570

2beds
2baths
900sqft
$64,760
$72price/sqft
$578/moest. monthly cost
$23,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage nestled on a spacious corner lot in a quiet, well-established area of Opelousas. This inviting home offers the perfect blend of comfort and opportunity, making it an ideal choice for first-time homebuyers or those looking to downsize.Situated directly across from a neighborhood church, the property provides a peaceful setting with a true sense of community. Enjoy the added value of an extra lot included in the sale--each measuring approximately 48 x 100--giving you additional space for expansion, outdoor living, or future investment potential.Inside, the home features a cozy layout with thoughtful updates, while outside, the generous yard space offers endless possibilities. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Opelousas, you'll have quick access to shopping, dining, and local amenities.Whether you're looking for a starter home or a smart investment, this beautiful cottage is full of charm and potential. Schedule your showing today and come see all it has to offer!

Getting Around

7
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
30
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Grolee Elementary SchoolGrades PK-41.3 mi
1/10
2/10

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale

Materials

  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding,Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Refrigerator

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Window features: Wood Frames
  • Flooring: Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 900 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0101508230

Features

  • Stories: 1

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,791 sqft
  • Features: 0 to 0.5 Acres,Corner Lot,Level
  • Lot size dimensions: 48 x 100

Parking

  • Parking features: Open
  • 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

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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Lightning
Tornado
Hurricane
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FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties

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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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $327$3,924
Home Insurance *$91$1,092
Property Taxes $13$156
Electricity $147$1,773
Total$578$6,936
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$19,817/yr
40% on housing$17,340/yr
45% on housing$15,413/yr

Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 151,075Commercial: 10,572
Total Premiums$518.28M
Total Exposure$41.71B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.6%
11.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.3%
5.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -6.2%
-6.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$72This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 70570$90
St. Landry Parish$96

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 70570$94
St. Landry Parish$98

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-12Listed for sale$69,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentAbbie G Young
BrokerageOneness Real Estate, LLC

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