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LAFAYETTE, LA 70503

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

Market Analysis

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

The LAFAYETTE, LA real estate market (70503) currently shows 144 active listings, with 35 pending sales. Homes are averaging 104 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 24 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 99 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.1% year-over-year, from $348,750 to $313,675.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 29,469  ·  Density: 1,004.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $90,286

Typical home value: $299,989  ·  Homeownership: 66.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
144
⇩ 14.3% vs 168 last year
Pending
35
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$313,675
⇩ 10.1% vs $348,750 last year
Average Price
$508,816
⇩ 2.2% vs $520,091 last year
Days on Market
104
⇧ 5.1% vs 99 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$153
⇩ 3.8% vs $159/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,082 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 144 this year vs 168 last year
  • Days on market: 104 now vs 99 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $313,675 (-10.1% YoY)
  • Average: $508,816 (-2.2% 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 20.8 miles — 1,098 listings ($474,270,495 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70503Lafayette, LA 705030.0 mi143$73,749,390$330,000$515,730
70508Lafayette, LA 705082.1 mi264$151,393,176$374,990$573,459
70529Duson, LA 705296.4 mi45$12,273,255$233,800$272,739
70592Youngsville, LA 705927.0 mi292$138,443,624$359,195$474,122
70555Maurice, LA 705558.0 mi49$14,794,864$274,000$301,936
70520Carencro, LA 7052011.1 mi82$23,270,534$234,900$283,787
70578Rayne, LA 7057812.7 mi37$11,578,891$187,500$312,943
70582Saint Martinville, LA 7058216.4 mi50$11,268,200$170,000$225,364
70517Breaux Bridge, LA 7051717.5 mi80$26,972,080$264,750$337,151
70533Erath, LA 7053318.7 mi15$2,889,255$155,000$192,617
70526Crowley, LA 7052619.3 mi38$7,232,426$152,500$190,327
70528Delcambre, LA 7052819.8 mi2$194,800$97,400$97,400
70551Leonville, LA 7055120.8 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503?

As of February 2026, there are 144 active listings in LAFAYETTE, LA (zip code 70503), compared to 168 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503?

The median listing price in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 is $313,675 as of February 2026, a 10.1% decrease from $348,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 spend an average of 104 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 99 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 24 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 99 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 save an estimated $6,274 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $313,675. 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.