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LAFAYETTE, LA 70508

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lafayette County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LAFAYETTE, LA real estate market (70508) currently shows 280 active listings, with 75 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 10.9% year-over-year, from $340,000 to $376,999.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 39,962  ·  Density: 634.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $85,006

Typical home value: $288,483  ·  Homeownership: 62.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
280
⇧ 9.4% vs 256 last year
Pending
75
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$376,999
⇧ 10.9% vs $340,000 last year
Average Price
$634,907
⇧ 13.3% vs $560,406 last year
Days on Market
84
⇧ 61.5% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$203
⇧ 10.9% vs $183/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,170 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 280 this year vs 256 last year
  • Days on market: 84 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $376,999 (+10.9% YoY)
  • Average: $634,907 (+13.3% 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 21.7 miles — 1,080 listings ($407,293,206 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70508Lafayette, LA 705080.0 mi269$163,752,943$357,250$608,747
70506Lafayette, LA 705064.1 mi180$44,917,380$227,519$249,541
70518Broussard, LA 705186.1 mi125$63,941,125$370,500$511,529
70555Maurice, LA 705558.4 mi51$14,885,166$259,000$291,866
70507Lafayette, LA 705078.8 mi90$27,378,720$252,250$304,208
70520Carencro, LA 7052012.2 mi84$24,924,312$239,500$296,718
70578Rayne, LA 7057814.8 mi39$13,131,729$204,750$336,711
70584Sunset, LA 7058416.6 mi30$8,314,440$252,875$277,148
70560New Iberia, LA 7056017.9 mi99$17,472,510$130,000$176,490
70541Grand Coteau, LA 7054118.3 mi5$773,500$151,500$154,700
70563New Iberia, LA 7056320.1 mi83$22,042,725$233,475$265,575
70525Church Point, LA 7052520.7 mi24$5,548,656$220,000$231,194
70551Leonville, LA 7055121.7 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAFAYETTE, LA 70508?

As of April 2026, there are 280 active listings in LAFAYETTE, LA (zip code 70508), compared to 256 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAFAYETTE, LA 70508?

The median listing price in LAFAYETTE, LA 70508 is $376,999 as of April 2026, a 10.9% increase from $340,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAFAYETTE, LA 70508 spend an average of 84 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAFAYETTE, LA 70508?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, LAFAYETTE, LA 70508 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 52 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 70508 save an estimated $7,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $376,999. 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.