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NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Orleans County
Seller's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 70116

Faubourg Marigny · Marigny · Seventh Ward · Treme · Vieux Carre

Market Analysis

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

The NEW ORLEANS, LA real estate market (70116) currently shows 209 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.2% year-over-year, from $415,000 to $389,225.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 10,482  ·  Density: 3,194.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $43,226

Typical home value: $389,373  ·  Homeownership: 40.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
209
⇩ 7.5% vs 226 last year
Pending
17
8% pending ratio
Median Price
$389,225
⇩ 6.2% vs $415,000 last year
Average Price
$569,668
⇩ 5.9% vs $605,625 last year
Days on Market
83
⇩ 4.6% vs 87 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$432
⇧ 5.9% vs $408/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,071 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 209 this year vs 226 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 87 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $389,225 (-6.2% YoY)
  • Average: $569,668 (-5.9% 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 7.4 miles — 1,401 listings ($580,026,009 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70116New Orleans, LA 701160.0 mi196$114,513,000$395,000$584,250
70119New Orleans, LA 701191.5 mi139$57,954,799$324,750$416,941
70113New Orleans, LA 701132.1 mi58$26,386,984$317,500$454,948
70125New Orleans, LA 701252.5 mi72$25,148,952$325,000$349,291
70122New Orleans, LA 701222.9 mi178$58,080,866$284,700$326,297
70053Gretna, LA 700533.7 mi63$16,952,292$261,950$269,084
70174New Orleans, LA 701744.0 mi3$883,449$283,150$294,483
70032Arabi, LA 700324.3 mi60$19,053,000$318,000$317,550
70005Metairie, LA 700054.8 mi121$79,133,153$467,500$653,993
70056Gretna, LA 700565.8 mi123$34,132,254$244,925$277,498
70001Metairie, LA 700016.3 mi155$75,788,180$328,500$488,956
70058Harvey, LA 700586.7 mi109$28,673,976$239,925$263,064
70131New Orleans, LA 701317.4 mi124$43,325,104$254,900$349,396

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116?

As of April 2026, there are 209 active listings in NEW ORLEANS, LA (zip code 70116), compared to 226 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116?

The median listing price in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116 is $389,225 as of April 2026, a 6.2% decrease from $415,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in NEW ORLEANS, LA?

Homes in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 87 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in NEW ORLEANS, LA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116 save an estimated $7,785 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $389,225. 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.