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WASHINGTON, LA 70589

Real Estate Market Report  ·  St. Landry County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇧ 30.8% vs 13 last year
Pending
5
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$162,000
⇧ 3.8% vs $156,000 last year
Average Price
$484,715
⇩ 36.2% vs $760,242 last year
Days on Market
113
⇩ 1.7% vs 115 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,208  ·  Density: 10.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $46,809

Typical home value: $124,349  ·  Homeownership: 72.0%

Market Analysis

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

The WASHINGTON, LA real estate market (70589) currently shows 17 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 113 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 113 days on market compared to 115 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.8% year-over-year, from $156,000 to $162,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 13 last year
  • Days on market: 113 now vs 115 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $162,000 (+3.8% YoY)
  • Average: $484,715 (-36.2% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 26.9 miles — 359 listings ($89,706,175 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70589Washington, LA 705890.0 mi17$8,240,155$162,000$484,715
70570Opelousas, LA 7057011.4 mi132$33,694,056$195,000$255,258
71322Bunkie, LA 7132214.2 mi18$2,812,986$135,000$156,277
71362Plaucheville, LA 7136215.0 mi4$1,133,200$320,000$283,300
70586Ville Platte, LA 7058618.3 mi43$8,280,467$130,000$192,569
71369Simmesport, LA 7136920.1 mi1$122,000$122,000$122,000
71327Cottonport, LA 7132720.3 mi13$2,015,104$139,000$155,008
70584Sunset, LA 7058420.9 mi26$9,469,200$285,000$364,200
70525Church Point, LA 7052521.9 mi24$5,868,504$230,000$244,521
70715Batchelor, LA 7071524.1 mi3$1,830,000$395,000$610,000
70732Fordoche, LA 7073226.1 mi5$1,339,825$289,000$267,965
71341Hessmer, LA 7134126.8 mi7$1,045,100$153,450$149,300
70535Eunice, LA 7053526.9 mi66$13,855,578$174,900$209,933

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WASHINGTON, LA 70589?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in WASHINGTON, LA (zip code 70589), compared to 13 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WASHINGTON, LA 70589?

The median listing price in WASHINGTON, LA 70589 is $162,000 as of January 2026, a 3.8% increase from $156,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WASHINGTON, LA 70589 spend an average of 113 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 115 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WASHINGTON, LA 70589?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WASHINGTON, LA 70589 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 113 days on market compared to 115 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WASHINGTON, LA 70589 save an estimated $3,240 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $162,000. 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.