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CARENCRO, LA 70520

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

Market Analysis

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

The CARENCRO, LA real estate market (70520) currently shows 97 active listings, with 30 pending sales. Homes are averaging 64 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 64 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.4% year-over-year, from $229,225 to $246,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,619  ·  Density: 204.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,277

Typical home value: $182,429  ·  Homeownership: 79.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
97
⇩ 3% vs 100 last year
Pending
30
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$246,250
⇧ 7.4% vs $229,225 last year
Average Price
$312,072
⇩ 0.1% vs $312,359 last year
Days on Market
64
⇩ 5.9% vs 68 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$153
⇧ 4.1% vs $147/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,617 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 97 this year vs 100 last year
  • Days on market: 64 now vs 68 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $246,250 (+7.4% YoY)
  • Average: $312,072 (-0.1% 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 24.4 miles — 1,068 listings ($444,388,967 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70520Carencro, LA 705200.0 mi84$24,924,312$239,500$296,718
70584Sunset, LA 705845.5 mi30$8,314,440$252,875$277,148
70501Lafayette, LA 705017.0 mi135$20,229,075$138,749$149,845
70512Arnaudville, LA 705128.7 mi21$8,051,736$268,250$383,416
70551Leonville, LA 705519.8 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000
70525Church Point, LA 7052512.0 mi24$5,548,656$220,000$231,194
70508Lafayette, LA 7050812.2 mi269$163,752,943$357,250$608,747
70517Breaux Bridge, LA 7051714.7 mi89$30,864,577$280,000$346,793
70578Rayne, LA 7057815.3 mi39$13,131,729$204,750$336,711
70577Port Barre, LA 7057716.4 mi12$2,335,356$122,500$194,613
70592Youngsville, LA 7059217.5 mi299$147,752,644$390,000$494,156
70582Saint Martinville, LA 7058219.2 mi49$10,466,939$179,750$213,611
70589Washington, LA 7058924.4 mi16$8,806,560$220,625$550,410

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARENCRO, LA 70520?

As of April 2026, there are 97 active listings in CARENCRO, LA (zip code 70520), compared to 100 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARENCRO, LA 70520?

The median listing price in CARENCRO, LA 70520 is $246,250 as of April 2026, a 7.4% increase from $229,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARENCRO, LA 70520 spend an average of 64 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 68 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARENCRO, LA 70520?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, CARENCRO, LA 70520 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 64 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARENCRO, LA 70520 save an estimated $4,925 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $246,250. 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.