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LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607

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

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE CHARLES, LA real estate market (70607) currently shows 146 active listings, with 35 pending sales. Homes are averaging 122 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 122 days on market compared to 99 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.6% year-over-year, from $234,500 to $228,350.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,165  ·  Density: 94.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $50,358

Typical home value: $169,635  ·  Homeownership: 59.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
146
⇩ 2.7% vs 150 last year
Pending
35
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$228,350
⇩ 2.6% vs $234,500 last year
Average Price
$276,826
⇧ 8.2% vs $255,935 last year
Days on Market
122
⇧ 23.2% vs 99 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$124
⇩ 5.3% vs $131/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,631 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 146 this year vs 150 last year
  • Days on market: 122 now vs 99 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $228,350 (-2.6% YoY)
  • Average: $276,826 (+8.2% 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 36.9 miles — 635 listings ($160,554,440 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70607Lake Charles, LA 706070.0 mi142$39,065,478$227,000$275,109
70630Bell City, LA 706309.5 mi2$2,625,000$1,312,500$1,312,500
70601Lake Charles, LA 7060112.2 mi187$40,237,164$159,950$215,172
70669Westlake, LA 7066914.0 mi48$12,482,880$232,500$260,060
70665Sulphur, LA 7066515.3 mi61$21,139,306$268,710$346,546
70663Sulphur, LA 7066319.2 mi117$25,696,944$193,950$219,632
70650Lacassine, LA 7065021.3 mi1$155,000$155,000$155,000
70631Cameron, LA 7063124.4 mi8$2,969,504$348,750$371,188
70591Welsh, LA 7059126.1 mi15$3,371,550$229,450$224,770
70633Dequincy, LA 7063328.4 mi37$8,531,534$164,950$230,582
70581Roanoke, LA 7058131.4 mi1$170,000$170,000$170,000
70658Reeves, LA 7065834.3 mi4$832,532$210,000$208,133
70648Kinder, LA 7064836.9 mi12$3,277,548$185,000$273,129

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607?

As of February 2026, there are 146 active listings in LAKE CHARLES, LA (zip code 70607), compared to 150 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607?

The median listing price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607 is $228,350 as of February 2026, a 2.6% decrease from $234,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607 spend an average of 122 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 LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 122 days on market compared to 99 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 70607 save an estimated $4,567 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $228,350. 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.