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CHALMETTE, LA 70043

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CHALMETTE, LA real estate market (70043) currently shows 118 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 76 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 76 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.8% year-over-year, from $249,375 to $261,238.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 22,192  ·  Density: 938.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,655

Typical home value: $191,099  ·  Homeownership: 61.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
118
⇧ 26.9% vs 93 last year
Pending
26
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$261,238
⇧ 4.8% vs $249,375 last year
Average Price
$268,132
⇧ 2% vs $262,807 last year
Days on Market
76
⇩ 16.5% vs 91 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$159
⇧ 2.6% vs $155/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,708 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 118 this year vs 93 last year
  • Days on market: 76 now vs 91 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $261,238 (+4.8% YoY)
  • Average: $268,132 (+2% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.6 miles — 1,619 listings ($791,337,596 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70043Chalmette, LA 700430.0 mi117$30,862,611$259,950$263,783
70075Meraux, LA 700753.2 mi23$7,277,085$267,450$316,395
70174New Orleans, LA 701743.8 mi2$669,800$334,900$334,900
70114New Orleans, LA 701144.3 mi107$33,501,700$269,900$313,100
70126New Orleans, LA 701265.3 mi107$20,619,542$180,000$192,706
70116New Orleans, LA 701166.0 mi195$114,985,455$399,000$589,669
70056Gretna, LA 700566.2 mi121$31,964,207$244,900$264,167
70130New Orleans, LA 701306.4 mi200$146,926,200$394,450$734,631
70122New Orleans, LA 701226.9 mi169$54,340,598$298,504$321,542
70119New Orleans, LA 701197.4 mi137$55,736,532$324,000$406,836
70115New Orleans, LA 701158.5 mi160$107,318,880$499,000$670,743
70124New Orleans, LA 701249.0 mi160$106,284,480$559,000$664,278
70005Metairie, LA 7000510.6 mi121$80,850,506$465,000$668,186

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHALMETTE, LA 70043?

As of February 2026, there are 118 active listings in CHALMETTE, LA (zip code 70043), compared to 93 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHALMETTE, LA 70043?

The median listing price in CHALMETTE, LA 70043 is $261,238 as of February 2026, a 4.8% increase from $249,375 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CHALMETTE, LA?

Homes in CHALMETTE, LA 70043 spend an average of 76 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 91 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHALMETTE, LA 70043?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CHALMETTE, LA 70043 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 76 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CHALMETTE, LA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHALMETTE, LA 70043 save an estimated $5,225 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $261,238. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.