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LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611

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 (70611) currently shows 121 active listings, with 41 pending sales. Homes are averaging 96 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 31 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 96 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.1% year-over-year, from $309,950 to $284,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,383  ·  Density: 96.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $96,187

Typical home value: $234,665  ·  Homeownership: 82.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
121
⇩ 20.4% vs 152 last year
Pending
41
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$284,750
⇩ 8.1% vs $309,950 last year
Average Price
$353,067
⇧ 1.1% vs $349,061 last year
Days on Market
96
⇧ 9.1% vs 88 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$137
⇩ 5.5% vs $145/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,088 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 121 this year vs 152 last year
  • Days on market: 96 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $284,750 (-8.1% YoY)
  • Average: $353,067 (+1.1% 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 29.3 miles — 729 listings ($189,986,169 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70611Lake Charles, LA 706110.0 mi126$40,593,672$283,500$322,172
70601Lake Charles, LA 706018.3 mi187$40,237,164$159,950$215,172
70669Westlake, LA 706698.5 mi48$12,482,880$232,500$260,060
70663Sulphur, LA 7066312.3 mi117$25,696,944$193,950$219,632
70647Iowa, LA 7064713.0 mi56$16,369,360$247,000$292,310
70658Reeves, LA 7065815.8 mi4$832,532$210,000$208,133
70652Longville, LA 7065218.1 mi11$3,026,067$253,200$275,097
70607Lake Charles, LA 7060720.5 mi142$39,065,478$227,000$275,109
70660Singer, LA 7066021.4 mi3$1,777,350$592,450$592,450
70591Welsh, LA 7059122.5 mi15$3,371,550$229,450$224,770
70661Starks, LA 7066126.7 mi7$754,369$114,250$107,767
70637Dry Creek, LA 7063728.3 mi2$2,709,000$1,354,500$1,354,500
70645Hackberry, LA 7064529.3 mi11$3,069,803$285,000$279,073

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611?

As of February 2026, there are 121 active listings in LAKE CHARLES, LA (zip code 70611), compared to 152 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611?

The median listing price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611 is $284,750 as of February 2026, a 8.1% decrease from $309,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611 spend an average of 96 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 31 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 96 days on market compared to 88 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 70611 save an estimated $5,695 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $284,750. 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.