The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 70454 sells for about $235,901, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.2%), a market in balance. Homes take about 72 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,300 a month.
ZIP 70454 — Ponchatoula
The Pearl River housing market is currently stable, with home values holding steady after a period of growth. Inventory levels remain balanced, providing a consistent environment for buyers and sellers. The area continues to attract families due to its strong school system and relative affordability compared to the broader New Orleans metro.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a quieter, suburban lifestyle with access to highly-rated schools and outdoor amenities, while remaining within reach of major regional employment centers.
Median prices moved down 0.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 72 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 9.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 70454, St. Tammany Parish, LA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Pearl River area remain generally lower than the more urbanized centers of the Baton Rouge and New Orleans metros, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving the area are part of the St. Tammany Parish Public School System, which is widely recognized for high performance and accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
The area is subject to flood risk associated with the Pearl River basin and regional hurricane activity, necessitating standard flood insurance coverage for many residential properties.
Economic momentum is driven by the broader St. Tammany Parish growth, benefiting from its strategic location between the Northshore and the Gulf South population centers.
Property taxes are assessed by St. Tammany Parish based on millage rates approved by local voters, with homestead exemptions available for primary residences.
Residents primarily commute via I-59 and I-12, providing access to the Northshore employment hubs and the greater New Orleans/Baton Rouge corridors.
The area features proximity to the Pearl River Wildlife Management Area and various local parks, offering significant opportunities for outdoor recreation, fishing, and boating.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand with a focus on single-family detached homes, reflecting the suburban nature of the community.
The local economy is supported by a mix of retail, local services, and proximity to the broader St. Tammany Parish industrial and professional sectors.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with I-59 serving as the primary artery connecting the area to the regional highway network.
Development is primarily focused on low-density residential expansion and small-scale commercial growth along the main corridors.
The St. Tammany Parish Assessor's office manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system for annual tax rolls.
Parcels are subject to St. Tammany Parish school and fire protection district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood risk and hurricane exposure, with many properties requiring specialized coverage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Chuck E. Cheese4.216.4 mi
- Altitude Trampoline Park Mandeville4.219.2 mi
- Monster Mini Golf Hammond4.87.2 mi
- Escapology Escape Rooms Covington4.917.2 mi
- The Escape Warehouse, LLC53.6 mi
- Louisiana Renaissance Festival4.710 mi
- Adventures RV Resort4.19.9 mi
- University Center4.59.8 mi
- Carter Plantation Golf Course4.59.8 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill47.2 mi
- Ponchatoula Memorial Park4.54.1 mi
- AMC Hammond Palace 104.37.1 mi
- Ponchatoula Area Recreation District 14.75.1 mi
- Tangi Lanes4.38.7 mi
- Monster Mini Golf Hammond4.87.2 mi
- Maritime Museum Louisiana4.815.3 mi
- Louisiana Children's Discovery Center4.58.5 mi
- Tangipahoa African American Heritage Museum & Veterans Archives4.68.1 mi
- Skylen’s Nail & Beauty Spa4.919.3 mi
- Chappapeela Sports Park4.56.5 mi
- Ponchatoula Memorial Park4.54.1 mi
- Ponchatoula Area Recreation District 14.75.1 mi
- Hidden Oaks Campground4.48.6 mi
- Zemurray Park4.48.2 mi
- Marina Del Ray4.415.5 mi
- Freedom Boat Club - Madisonville, LA515.5 mi
- Carter Plantation Golf Course4.59.8 mi
- Oak Knoll Country Club4.29.1 mi
- Hammond Square4.47 mi
- B & J Seafood4.69.3 mi
- Albertsons4.38.6 mi
- Rouses Market4.49.1 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.47 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Expansive natural area for hunting, fishing, and wildlife observation.
A major regional attraction for eco-tourism and boat tours.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.