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LAFAYETTE, LA 70503

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lafayette County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
143
⇩ 12.8% vs 164 last year
Pending
28
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$330,000
⇩ 2.9% vs $340,000 last year
Average Price
$515,730
⇧ 1.9% vs $506,090 last year
Days on Market
95
⇩ 18.1% vs 116 days last year

Market Context

Population: 29,469  ·  Density: 1,004.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $90,286

Typical home value: $299,989  ·  Homeownership: 66.8%

Market Analysis

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

The LAFAYETTE, LA real estate market (70503) currently shows 143 active listings, with 28 pending sales. Homes are averaging 95 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 21 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 95 days on market compared to 116 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.9% year-over-year, from $340,000 to $330,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 143 this year vs 164 last year
  • Days on market: 95 now vs 116 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $330,000 (-2.9% YoY)
  • Average: $515,730 (+1.9% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.8 miles — 1,098 listings ($474,270,495 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70503Lafayette, LA 705030.0 mi143$73,749,390$330,000$515,730
70508Lafayette, LA 705082.1 mi264$151,393,176$374,990$573,459
70529Duson, LA 705296.4 mi45$12,273,255$233,800$272,739
70592Youngsville, LA 705927.0 mi292$138,443,624$359,195$474,122
70555Maurice, LA 705558.0 mi49$14,794,864$274,000$301,936
70520Carencro, LA 7052011.1 mi82$23,270,534$234,900$283,787
70578Rayne, LA 7057812.7 mi37$11,578,891$187,500$312,943
70582Saint Martinville, LA 7058216.4 mi50$11,268,200$170,000$225,364
70517Breaux Bridge, LA 7051717.5 mi80$26,972,080$264,750$337,151
70533Erath, LA 7053318.7 mi15$2,889,255$155,000$192,617
70526Crowley, LA 7052619.3 mi38$7,232,426$152,500$190,327
70528Delcambre, LA 7052819.8 mi2$194,800$97,400$97,400
70551Leonville, LA 7055120.8 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503?

As of January 2026, there are 143 active listings in LAFAYETTE, LA (zip code 70503), compared to 164 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503?

The median listing price in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 is $330,000 as of January 2026, a 2.9% decrease from $340,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 spend an average of 95 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 116 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 21 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 95 days on market compared to 116 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 save an estimated $6,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $330,000. 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.