I’ve analyzed data from the Zillow Home Value Index to identify Louisiana neighborhoods that have seen the most remarkable appreciation over the past decade. The results reveal fascinating patterns in real estate investment opportunities across the state.
What strikes me most about these findings is the incredible resilience shown by many New Orleans neighborhoods in particular. Despite the challenges of climate vulnerabilities and economic hurdles, certain areas have achieved growth rates exceeding 60-90% – outpacing many traditionally “safe” investment markets nationwide.
Looking at the price points of these high-growth neighborhoods reveals another intriguing insight: many top performers started with relatively modest valuations (below $100,000) in 2016, suggesting that affordability combined with revitalization efforts created perfect conditions for exceptional appreciation.
25. Little Woods
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 46.77%
- 2025: $164,053
- 2024: $164,408
- 2023: $177,513
- 2022: $176,926
- 2021: $159,465
- 2020: $144,282
- 2019: $124,032
- 2018: $119,444
- 2017: $118,662
- 2016: $111,772
With a compound annual growth rate of approximately 4.3%, Little Woods presents a compelling case for steady appreciation in an affordable market segment. You’re looking at a neighborhood that saw values jump nearly 47% despite a recent cooling trend since 2022. Located in New Orleans East, this area continues to attract investors seeking entry-level properties with proven appreciation potential.
24. Sherwood Forest
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 47.08%
- 2025: $235,737
- 2024: $225,207
- 2023: $222,816
- 2022: $215,604
- 2021: $194,169
- 2020: $184,140
- 2019: $178,304
- 2018: $171,788
- 2017: $152,362
- 2016: $160,280
Your investment would have yielded consistent upward momentum in Sherwood Forest, with particularly strong gains between 2020-2022. Despite starting from a higher baseline than many neighborhoods on this list, its continued growth trajectory suggests sustained demand in this mid-market segment. Nestled in Baton Rouge’s eastern section, the area exhibits resilience with current values approaching $240K.
23. Tara
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 47.09%
- 2025: $331,013
- 2024: $320,699
- 2023: $308,206
- 2022: $295,676
- 2021: $279,331
- 2020: $274,995
- 2019: $259,079
- 2018: $260,751
- 2017: $227,546
- 2016: $225,040
Representing the luxury segment in this list, Tara’s impressive appreciation reflects the enduring appeal of premium Baton Rouge neighborhoods. Your investment here would benefit from remarkably consistent year-over-year growth with almost no downturns since 2016. The stability of this high-end market makes it particularly attractive for wealth preservation while still delivering substantial returns.
22. Holly Grove
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 48.15%
- 2025: $124,627
- 2024: $127,733
- 2023: $147,337
- 2022: $151,030
- 2021: $142,579
- 2020: $121,193
- 2019: $96,851
- 2018: $91,397
- 2017: $93,112
- 2016: $84,121
Holly Grove’s investment story is one of dramatic early appreciation followed by recent moderation. You’d have seen your property value surge an impressive 79% from 2016 to 2022, before experiencing a market correction over the past three years. This central New Orleans neighborhood demonstrates the volatility that can accompany high-growth markets, requiring strategic timing for optimal returns.
21. McDonogh
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 48.81%
- 2025: $173,866
- 2024: $176,898
- 2023: $197,491
- 2022: $210,288
- 2021: $189,314
- 2020: $169,230
- 2019: $143,515
- 2018: $136,989
- 2017: $131,016
- 2016: $116,836
McDonogh exemplifies the revitalization boom followed by normalization pattern seen in many New Orleans neighborhoods. Your investment would have peaked in 2022 at an astonishing 80% gain before retreating to a still-impressive 49% increase today. Located on the West Bank, this area demonstrates how gentrification waves can create dramatic but sometimes unsustainable price accelerations.
20. Pollard
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 48.82%
- 2025: $334,374
- 2024: $324,600
- 2023: $307,788
- 2022: $289,646
- 2021: $278,218
- 2020: $263,968
- 2019: $260,596
- 2018: $252,999
- 2017: $221,407
- 2016: $224,681
As one of the premium Baton Rouge neighborhoods on this list, Pollard offers a textbook example of steady, reliable appreciation. Your investment would have grown consistently year over year with virtually no setbacks, making this a lower-volatility option for building equity. The area’s proximity to key amenities has supported its continuous upward trajectory in the high-end market segment.
19. Woodchase
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 48.87%
- 2025: $574,085
- 2024: $569,840
- 2023: $540,871
- 2022: $504,589
- 2021: $465,430
- 2020: $456,594
- 2019: $439,573
- 2018: $427,381
- 2017: $385,227
- 2016: $385,624
Representing the ultra-premium segment with values approaching $600K, Woodchase demonstrates that luxury markets can deliver strong returns despite higher entry costs. Your investment would have benefited from a remarkably stable upward trajectory, even during economic uncertainties. This exclusive Baton Rouge enclave shows how established affluent communities can maintain growth momentum through various market cycles.
18. Goodwood
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 50.70%
- 2025: $291,576
- 2024: $281,036
- 2023: $270,716
- 2022: $260,224
- 2021: $243,931
- 2020: $243,880
- 2019: $229,433
- 2018: $229,511
- 2017: $201,083
- 2016: $193,487
Goodwood presents a compelling investment case with its remarkably consistent year-over-year appreciation, breaking the 50% threshold over nine years. You’re looking at a neighborhood that has avoided the volatility seen in some other markets, with virtually no downturns since 2016. This established Baton Rouge community demonstrates how stable mid-upper markets can deliver substantial long-term equity growth.
17. St. Claude
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 50.87%
- 2025: $148,918
- 2024: $161,952
- 2023: $182,294
- 2022: $178,807
- 2021: $163,056
- 2020: $146,281
- 2019: $121,925
- 2018: $112,183
- 2017: $110,756
- 2016: $98,706
St. Claude exemplifies the gentrification-driven appreciation common in transitioning New Orleans neighborhoods, with values nearly doubling before recent corrections. Your investment would have seen explosive 85% growth between 2016-2023 before retreating to today’s still-impressive 51% gain. This historic area bordering the Marigny showcases how urban revitalization can create dramatic but sometimes volatile appreciation patterns.
16. Whitney
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 51.72%
- 2025: $146,470
- 2024: $151,127
- 2023: $171,412
- 2022: $175,740
- 2021: $158,628
- 2020: $141,959
- 2019: $112,665
- 2018: $109,281
- 2017: $104,787
- 2016: $96,537
Whitney’s price trajectory tells a story of accelerated growth during the post-pandemic boom, followed by a significant correction phase. Your investment would have surged an incredible 82% by 2022 before retreating to today’s 52% gain. Located on the West Bank, this neighborhood demonstrates how affordable entry points can enable dramatic percentage gains but may face challenges sustaining peak valuations.
15. Pontchartrain Park
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 52.85%
- 2025: $159,828
- 2024: $158,017
- 2023: $170,286
- 2022: $167,556
- 2021: $151,883
- 2020: $141,567
- 2019: $119,951
- 2018: $112,256
- 2017: $106,688
- 2016: $104,562
Pontchartrain Park offers an investment narrative of steady, resilient growth that has weathered recent market headwinds better than many peers. Your property would have shown remarkable stability through the pandemic era, with a modest correction after 2023 but renewed appreciation in the past year. This historic, culturally significant New Orleans neighborhood continues to attract buyers seeking affordable homes with strong appreciation potential.
14. Old Aurora
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 53.06%
- 2025: $205,962
- 2024: $205,152
- 2023: $217,255
- 2022: $218,862
- 2021: $192,566
- 2020: $168,005
- 2019: $150,367
- 2018: $147,723
- 2017: $142,241
- 2016: $134,565
Old Aurora exemplifies exceptionally strong pandemic-era growth, with values surging 63% by 2022 before moderating to today’s 53% gain. Your investment would have benefited from the suburban migration trend that boosted many outer neighborhoods. This established West Bank community continues to offer good value with home prices stabilizing around the $205K mark after recent adjustments.
13. Monticello
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 53.14%
- 2025: $201,526
- 2024: $194,531
- 2023: $188,908
- 2022: $182,874
- 2021: $163,904
- 2020: $156,996
- 2019: $147,341
- 2018: $143,136
- 2017: $126,069
- 2016: $131,600
Monticello stands out for its impressively consistent growth pattern and recent acceleration despite broader market headwinds. Your investment would show remarkable stability with steady year-over-year gains since 2017 and continued appreciation even through 2024-2025. This Baton Rouge neighborhood demonstrates how established suburban communities can deliver reliable returns with minimal volatility.
12. Cortana
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 54.52%
- 2025: $203,973
- 2024: $196,037
- 2023: $184,489
- 2022: $179,116
- 2021: $161,389
- 2020: $151,472
- 2019: $143,888
- 2018: $137,743
- 2017: $126,642
- 2016: $132,001
Cortana presents a compelling investment case with its steady, accelerating growth pattern that’s defied broader market challenges. Your capital would have appreciated at an increasingly rapid pace in recent years, with the strongest gains coming after 2021. This Baton Rouge neighborhood near the former mall site demonstrates how commercial redevelopment can drive residential price appreciation in surrounding communities.
11. Brownsfield
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 54.99%
- 2025: $179,570
- 2024: $174,374
- 2023: $163,728
- 2022: $160,952
- 2021: $145,330
- 2020: $138,506
- 2019: $132,052
- 2018: $127,809
- 2017: $116,454
- 2016: $115,857
Brownsfield showcases textbook-perfect steady appreciation with no setbacks and consistently accelerating growth despite broader market challenges. Your investment would benefit from the area’s remarkable stability and recent acceleration, with the strongest gains coming since 2021. This Baton Rouge neighborhood’s performance suggests continued upward momentum as it approaches the $180K threshold.
10. Stevendale
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 56.78%
- 2025: $188,718
- 2024: $182,279
- 2023: $173,220
- 2022: $166,677
- 2021: $152,406
- 2020: $145,152
- 2019: $133,591
- 2018: $121,575
- 2017: $106,845
- 2016: $120,374
Breaking into the top ten with nearly 57% appreciation, Stevendale offers an investment narrative of early volatility followed by remarkably consistent growth. You would have weathered an initial dip in 2017 before experiencing nine straight years of appreciation that continues today. This Baton Rouge neighborhood demonstrates the long-term rewards possible when investing in areas with improving economic fundamentals.
9. Dillard
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 57.32%
- 2025: $176,509
- 2024: $173,506
- 2023: $185,064
- 2022: $184,560
- 2021: $175,131
- 2020: $155,836
- 2019: $132,995
- 2018: $126,040
- 2017: $117,405
- 2016: $112,197
Dillard’s investment story showcases explosive growth during the pandemic-era real estate boom, followed by moderate correction and recent stabilization. Your property would have appreciated an astounding 65% by 2022 before settling at today’s still-impressive 57% gain. This New Orleans neighborhood near the university demonstrates how educational institutions can anchor property values even through market fluctuations.
8. Seventh Ward
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 60.12%
- 2025: $157,731
- 2024: $168,012
- 2023: $185,105
- 2022: $194,072
- 2021: $188,773
- 2020: $169,764
- 2019: $135,135
- 2018: $121,387
- 2017: $113,654
- 2016: $98,510
The Seventh Ward exemplifies the dramatic gentrification-driven appreciation seen in many historic New Orleans neighborhoods, with values nearly doubling before recent corrections. Your investment would have skyrocketed 97% by 2022 before settling to today’s 60% gain. This historically significant area demonstrates how urban renewal can create explosive growth followed by market normalization as prices find sustainable levels.
7. West Lake Forest
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 60.61%
- 2025: $141,208
- 2024: $138,715
- 2023: $144,800
- 2022: $147,466
- 2021: $137,289
- 2020: $118,959
- 2019: $95,956
- 2018: $90,375
- 2017: $91,538
- 2016: $87,920
West Lake Forest demonstrates how affordable entry points can enable dramatic percentage gains over time, breaking the 60% threshold despite recent moderation. Your investment would have benefited from a low initial basis under $90K and exceptional pandemic-era growth that has largely held despite some cooling. This eastern New Orleans neighborhood shows particular promise for budget-conscious investors seeking substantial appreciation potential.
6. Park Forest-Oakcrest
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 65.09%
- 2025: $206,018
- 2024: $194,478
- 2023: $182,849
- 2022: $177,835
- 2021: $160,843
- 2020: $150,976
- 2019: $140,187
- 2018: $136,823
- 2017: $120,742
- 2016: $124,795
Breaking into the top-tier performers with 65% appreciation, Park Forest-Oakcrest showcases exceptional recent momentum that defies broader market trends. Your investment would have initially dipped before launching into sustained growth that’s actually accelerating in 2024-2025 when many markets are cooling. This Baton Rouge neighborhood demonstrates how improving infrastructure and amenities can drive continuous appreciation even in challenging market conditions.
5. Pines Village
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 67.64%
- 2025: $117,374
- 2024: $107,423
- 2023: $119,152
- 2022: $122,106
- 2021: $110,050
- 2020: $99,077
- 2019: $81,228
- 2018: $73,221
- 2017: $73,469
- 2016: $70,014
Pines Village exemplifies how exceptionally low entry points can enable dramatic returns, with values increasing nearly 68% despite recent volatility. Your investment would have benefited from an ultra-affordable sub-$75K starting basis and dramatic pandemic-era growth. This eastern New Orleans neighborhood is particularly noteworthy for its recent 9.3% year-over-year gain when many markets nationally are stagnating.
4. Goodwood Homesites
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 68.80%
- 2025: $170,419
- 2024: $153,022
- 2023: $144,950
- 2022: $144,416
- 2021: $135,986
- 2020: $130,646
- 2019: $120,247
- 2018: $121,253
- 2017: $107,921
- 2016: $100,957
Reaching nearly 69% appreciation, Goodwood Homesites demonstrates extraordinary recent momentum with an impressive 11.4% gain just in the past year. Your investment would benefit from both the stability of a Baton Rouge location and the exceptional growth trajectory that’s actually accelerating rather than plateauing. This neighborhood exemplifies how areas with solid amenities and improving infrastructure can continue appreciating even when broader markets face headwinds.
3. North Sherwood Forest
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 70.96%
- 2025: $140,807
- 2024: $131,238
- 2023: $127,559
- 2022: $124,370
- 2021: $115,391
- 2020: $108,080
- 2019: $98,473
- 2018: $95,150
- 2017: $79,844
- 2016: $82,361
Cracking the 70% appreciation threshold, North Sherwood Forest showcases how affordability combined with consistent improvements can deliver exceptional returns. Your investment would have recovered from an initial dip to post nine consecutive years of growth with accelerating momentum since 2020. This Baton Rouge neighborhood’s remarkable 7.3% year-over-year gain in the current market signals continued strong potential for equity building.
2. St. Roch
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 77.00%
- 2025: $154,650
- 2024: $154,572
- 2023: $169,329
- 2022: $167,107
- 2021: $159,281
- 2020: $145,859
- 2019: $122,550
- 2018: $109,698
- 2017: $101,188
- 2016: $87,372
St. Roch’s extraordinary 77% appreciation showcases the potential upside of investing in revitalizing historic New Orleans neighborhoods. Your property would have seen explosive growth during 2016-2023, doubling in value before experiencing recent moderation. This culturally rich area adjacent to the Marigny and Bywater demonstrates how gentrification waves can create dramatic wealth-building opportunities even with periodic market corrections.
1. Behrman
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 95.29%
- 2025: $127,691
- 2024: $123,111
- 2023: $139,105
- 2022: $140,066
- 2021: $129,221
- 2020: $111,262
- 2019: $90,356
- 2018: $83,209
- 2017: $73,362
- 2016: $65,385
Topping the list with astonishing 95% appreciation, Behrman represents the ultimate growth story in Louisiana real estate this decade. Your investment would have nearly doubled since 2016, with the strongest gains coming during the pandemic era. This Algiers neighborhood on New Orleans’ West Bank demonstrates how relatively affordable entry points combined with strategic location and improving amenities can deliver truly exceptional returns on investment.
