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NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 70118

Audubon (University) · Black Pearl · Dixon · East Carrollton · Hollygrove · Marlyville (Fontainbleau) · West Carrollton (Leonidas) · West Riverside · Zion City (Gerrtown)

Market Analysis

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

The NEW ORLEANS, LA real estate market (70118) currently shows 152 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 89 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 29 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 89 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.2% year-over-year, from $427,000 to $375,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 36,800  ·  Density: 3,072.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $60,636

Typical home value: $419,701  ·  Homeownership: 50.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
152
⇩ 16% vs 181 last year
Pending
31
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$375,000
⇩ 12.2% vs $427,000 last year
Average Price
$497,138
⇩ 29.1% vs $701,450 last year
Days on Market
89
⇩ 3.3% vs 92 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$238
⇩ 8.8% vs $261/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,600 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 152 this year vs 181 last year
  • Days on market: 89 now vs 92 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $375,000 (-12.2% YoY)
  • Average: $497,138 (-29.1% 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 7.8 miles — 1,469 listings ($663,244,200 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70118New Orleans, LA 701180.0 mi141$73,944,066$375,000$524,426
70115New Orleans, LA 701152.0 mi160$107,318,880$499,000$670,743
70113New Orleans, LA 701132.5 mi48$19,104,432$290,000$398,009
70119New Orleans, LA 701193.1 mi137$55,736,532$324,000$406,836
70001Metairie, LA 700013.7 mi150$69,129,450$329,900$460,863
70116New Orleans, LA 701164.0 mi195$114,985,455$399,000$589,669
70123New Orleans, LA 701234.8 mi123$55,402,029$346,600$450,423
70002Metairie, LA 700025.0 mi76$35,137,764$369,000$462,339
70114New Orleans, LA 701145.6 mi107$33,501,700$269,900$313,100
70117New Orleans, LA 701176.0 mi171$52,662,870$250,000$307,970
70058Harvey, LA 700586.3 mi96$25,434,144$243,800$264,939
70174New Orleans, LA 701746.6 mi2$669,800$334,900$334,900
70032Arabi, LA 700327.8 mi63$20,217,078$319,000$320,906

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118?

As of February 2026, there are 152 active listings in NEW ORLEANS, LA (zip code 70118), compared to 181 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118?

The median listing price in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118 is $375,000 as of February 2026, a 12.2% decrease from $427,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118 spend an average of 89 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 92 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 29 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 89 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118 save an estimated $7,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $375,000. 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.