Housing in Hessmer, LA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$140,851
Hessmer vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Hessmer is highlighted.
Median Home Value
44th%ilemost expensive$160,600show rank
Median Rent
44th%ilemost expensive rent$904show rank
Rent Burden
70th%ilehighest rent burden21.6%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$160,600
Median Rent
$904
Total Housing Units
436
Vacancy Rate
7.6%
Owner Occupied
54.3%
Renter Occupied
45.7%
Median Property Tax
$204
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$584
Housing Types
Single Family73.8%
Multi-Family16.7%
Mobile Home9.4%
The median home value in Hessmer, LA is $160,600. According to Zillow, the home value index for Hessmer is $140,851. The median rent is $904 per month (Census ACS). About 54.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1977. There are 436 total housing units.