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LA CENTER, KY 42056

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Ballard County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LA CENTER, KY real estate market (42056) currently shows 4 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 77 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.3% year-over-year, from $237,900 to $230,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,735  ·  Density: 12.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,938

Typical home value: $90,545  ·  Homeownership: 80.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
vs 4 last year
Pending
1
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$230,000
⇩ 3.3% vs $237,900 last year
Average Price
$249,325
⇧ 39.3% vs $178,933 last year
Days on Market
77
⇩ 21.4% vs 98 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$131
⇧ 54.1% vs $85/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,356 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Sale-to-List Price Dynamics

At Original Price
99%
Listings with no price change
Price Reduced
1%

Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 77 now vs 98 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $230,000 (-3.3% YoY)
  • Average: $249,325 (+39.3% 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 23.2 miles — 240 listings ($75,083,588 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
42056La Center, KY 420560.0 mi4$1,053,068$250,000$263,267
42053Kevil, KY 420536.0 mi11$7,701,584$303,650$700,144
42087Wickliffe, KY 420879.6 mi6$1,380,474$180,725$230,079
42086West Paducah, KY 4208612.1 mi7$2,799,314$378,675$399,902
62914Cairo, IL 6291413.0 mi3$92,250$30,750$30,750
42001Paducah, KY 4200115.9 mi125$41,075,125$295,500$328,601
42035Cunningham, KY 4203516.5 mi2$2,019,500$1,009,750$1,009,750
42069Melber, KY 4206918.0 mi4$1,072,600$287,400$268,150
62988Tamms, IL 6298819.1 mi2$900,000$450,000$450,000
62969Olive Branch, IL 6296920.1 mi1$55,000$55,000$55,000
62943Grantsburg, IL 6294321.4 mi1$440,000$440,000$440,000
62961Millcreek, IL 6296121.7 mi1$3,900$3,900$3,900
42003Paducah, KY 4200323.2 mi73$16,490,773$189,700$225,901

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LA CENTER, KY 42056?

As of March 2026, there are 4 active listings in LA CENTER, KY (zip code 42056), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LA CENTER, KY 42056?

The median listing price in LA CENTER, KY 42056 is $230,000 as of March 2026, a 3.3% decrease from $237,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in LA CENTER, KY 42056 spend an average of 77 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 98 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LA CENTER, KY 42056?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, LA CENTER, KY 42056 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LA CENTER, KY 42056 save an estimated $4,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $230,000. 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.