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LAFAYETTE, LA 70503

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

Market Analysis

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

The LAFAYETTE, LA real estate market (70503) currently shows 152 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 94 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 16 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 94 days on market compared to 95 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.1% year-over-year, from $350,000 to $332,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
152
⇩ 9.5% vs 168 last year
Pending
39
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$332,000
⇩ 5.1% vs $350,000 last year
Average Price
$533,285
⇧ 1.2% vs $526,994 last year
Days on Market
94
⇩ 1.1% vs 95 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$153
⇩ 2.5% vs $157/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,136 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 152 this year vs 168 last year
  • Days on market: 94 now vs 95 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $332,000 (-5.1% YoY)
  • Average: $533,285 (+1.2% 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 20.9 miles — 1,166 listings ($506,504,440 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70503Lafayette, LA 705030.0 mi144$73,269,504$313,675$508,816
70508Lafayette, LA 705082.1 mi269$163,752,943$357,250$608,747
70529Duson, LA 705296.4 mi55$14,616,855$233,150$265,761
70592Youngsville, LA 705927.0 mi299$147,752,644$390,000$494,156
70555Maurice, LA 705558.0 mi51$14,885,166$259,000$291,866
70520Carencro, LA 7052011.1 mi84$24,924,312$239,500$296,718
70584Sunset, LA 7058415.1 mi30$8,314,440$252,875$277,148
70541Grand Coteau, LA 7054117.1 mi5$773,500$151,500$154,700
70512Arnaudville, LA 7051218.4 mi21$8,051,736$268,250$383,416
70525Church Point, LA 7052518.7 mi24$5,548,656$220,000$231,194
70516Branch, LA 7051619.8 mi2$164,850$82,425$82,425
70560New Iberia, LA 7056019.9 mi99$17,472,510$130,000$176,490
70510Abbeville, LA 7051020.9 mi83$26,977,324$179,700$325,028

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 152 active listings in LAFAYETTE, LA (zip code 70503), compared to 168 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 is $332,000 as of March 2026, a 5.1% decrease from $350,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 spend an average of 94 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 95 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 March 2026, LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 16 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 94 days on market compared to 95 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 $6,640 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $332,000. 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.