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$160,000
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $89,900 on May 3, 2013

438 SAINT JAMES AVE

OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
0
Baths
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$160K
$153K low$167K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$89,900 · May 3, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$587 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$15,630 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,070
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,560
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,630
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$156,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.54
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySaint Landry
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Grolee Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.3 mi
H
Northwest High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi
M
Opelousas Jr. High SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.1 mi

District: St. Landry Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70570These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,415
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.220 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,777
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,488
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.64 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

438 Saint James Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Saint Landry County

What homes are worth in Opelousas 70570

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$27K$446K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Opelousas 70570.

How it measures up in Opelousas 70570

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Opelousas 70570.

Estimated value$160,000
CheaperTypical $118,783Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

How 438 Saint James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOpelousas 70570Saint Landry County
Estimated valuepricier than$160,00064% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac29% of homes28% of homes

About 438 Saint James Ave

How much is 438 Saint James Ave, Opelousas, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 438 Saint James Ave, Opelousas, LA is $160,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $153,247 to $166,753. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 438 Saint James Ave, Opelousas, LA last sell?

438 Saint James Ave, Opelousas, LA last sold on May 3, 2013 for $89,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 438 Saint James Ave, Opelousas, LA?

438 Saint James Ave, Opelousas, LA is assigned to Grolee Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Northwest High School (high), rated C; Opelousas Jr. High School (middle), rated F. All sit in St. Landry Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 438 Saint James Ave, Opelousas, LA compare to other homes in Opelousas 70570?

Among the 16,091 homes in Opelousas 70570, it is worth more than 64% of them ($160,000 against a typical $118,783) and its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.37 ac). Measured against all of Saint Landry County, it is worth more than 64% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 438 Saint James Ave, Opelousas, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 438 Saint James Ave, Opelousas, LA was $587. The county assessed it at $15,630.

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