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LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605

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

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE CHARLES, LA real estate market (70605) currently shows 248 active listings, with 66 pending sales. Homes are averaging 113 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 113 days on market compared to 105 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.8% year-over-year, from $324,250 to $312,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 40,870  ·  Density: 367.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,068

Typical home value: $277,708  ·  Homeownership: 72.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
248
⇧ 2.9% vs 241 last year
Pending
66
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$312,000
⇩ 3.8% vs $324,250 last year
Average Price
$402,995
⇩ 2.8% vs $414,656 last year
Days on Market
113
⇧ 7.6% vs 105 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$147
⇧ 1.4% vs $145/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,249 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 248 this year vs 241 last year
  • Days on market: 113 now vs 105 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $312,000 (-3.8% YoY)
  • Average: $402,995 (-2.8% 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 32.3 miles — 602 listings ($187,483,357 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70605Lake Charles, LA 706050.0 mi240$92,268,240$294,950$384,451
70602Lake Charles, LA 706027.4 mi1$45,000$45,000$45,000
70669Westlake, LA 706697.7 mi48$12,482,880$232,500$260,060
70663Sulphur, LA 7066312.3 mi117$25,696,944$193,950$219,632
70645Hackberry, LA 7064514.2 mi11$3,069,803$285,000$279,073
70611Lake Charles, LA 7061115.5 mi126$40,593,672$283,500$322,172
70668Vinton, LA 7066820.0 mi27$5,805,270$183,450$215,010
70650Lacassine, LA 7065022.3 mi1$155,000$155,000$155,000
70657Ragley, LA 7065726.7 mi11$2,923,943$292,450$265,813
70549Lake Arthur, LA 7054927.1 mi9$1,850,886$124,900$205,654
70661Starks, LA 7066127.6 mi7$754,369$114,250$107,767
77614Deweyville, TX 7761431.4 mi1$60,000$60,000$60,000
70660Singer, LA 7066032.3 mi3$1,777,350$592,450$592,450

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605?

As of February 2026, there are 248 active listings in LAKE CHARLES, LA (zip code 70605), compared to 241 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605?

The median listing price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605 is $312,000 as of February 2026, a 3.8% decrease from $324,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605 spend an average of 113 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 105 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 113 days on market compared to 105 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605 save an estimated $6,240 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $312,000. 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.