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LAFAYETTE, IN 47901

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Tippecanoe County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LAFAYETTE, IN real estate market (47901) currently shows 8 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 50 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 49.9% year-over-year, from $379,000 to $568,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 4,497  ·  Density: 2,893.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $40,527

Typical home value: $239,158  ·  Homeownership: 7.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇧ 33.3% vs 6 last year
Pending
2
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$568,000
⇧ 49.9% vs $379,000 last year
Average Price
$563,580
⇧ 20.7% vs $466,860 last year
Days on Market
50
⇩ 21.9% vs 64 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$237
⇧ 74.3% vs $136/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,739 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%
12-Month Price Reduction Trend

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
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 50 now vs 64 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $568,000 (+49.9% YoY)
  • Average: $563,580 (+20.7% 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 22.1 miles — 309 listings ($135,517,483 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
47901Lafayette, IN 479010.0 mi6$3,445,680$610,000$574,280
47909Lafayette, IN 479096.5 mi97$38,959,662$322,475$401,646
47906West Lafayette, IN 479066.9 mi155$77,625,705$474,975$500,811
47920Battle Ground, IN 479209.7 mi4$1,184,452$291,225$296,113
47983Stockwell, IN 4798311.0 mi1$254,900$254,900$254,900
47970Otterbein, IN 4797013.2 mi7$2,921,800$417,400$417,400
47923Brookston, IN 4792313.4 mi6$3,420,000$570,000$570,000
47955Linden, IN 4795515.4 mi3$615,000$205,000$205,000
47929Chalmers, IN 4792917.9 mi1$240,000$240,000$240,000
47918Attica, IN 4791818.4 mi15$3,224,850$176,600$214,990
47975Pine Village, IN 4797519.2 mi1$314,900$314,900$314,900
47971Oxford, IN 4797119.8 mi7$1,455,034$229,900$207,862
47940Darlington, IN 4794022.1 mi6$1,855,500$202,500$309,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAFAYETTE, IN 47901?

As of April 2026, there are 8 active listings in LAFAYETTE, IN (zip code 47901), compared to 6 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAFAYETTE, IN 47901?

The median listing price in LAFAYETTE, IN 47901 is $568,000 as of April 2026, a 49.9% increase from $379,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAFAYETTE, IN 47901 spend an average of 50 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 64 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAFAYETTE, IN 47901?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, LAFAYETTE, IN 47901 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAFAYETTE, IN 47901 save an estimated $11,360 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $568,000. 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.