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LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE CHARLES, LA real estate market (70605) currently shows 251 active listings, with 71 pending sales. Homes are averaging 105 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 105 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 2.5% year-over-year, from $300,000 to $307,625.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 40,870  ·  Density: 367.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,068

Typical home value: $277,708  ·  Homeownership: 72.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
251
⇧ 2% vs 246 last year
Pending
71
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$307,625
⇧ 2.5% vs $300,000 last year
Average Price
$418,216
⇧ 4.7% vs $399,465 last year
Days on Market
105
⇧ 29.6% vs 81 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$144
vs $144/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,221 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 251 this year vs 246 last year
  • Days on market: 105 now vs 81 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $307,625 (+2.5% YoY)
  • Average: $418,216 (+4.7% 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 32.9 miles — 772 listings ($240,194,643 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70605Lake Charles, LA 706050.0 mi248$99,942,760$312,000$402,995
70601Lake Charles, LA 706017.5 mi168$35,854,896$162,750$213,422
70665Sulphur, LA 7066510.2 mi65$21,062,275$256,362$324,035
70615Lake Charles, LA 7061512.5 mi37$6,720,088$172,160$181,624
70630Bell City, LA 7063015.2 mi4$3,289,000$455,750$822,250
70647Iowa, LA 7064717.4 mi55$16,199,865$261,250$294,543
70633Dequincy, LA 7063321.7 mi39$9,004,593$172,475$230,887
70631Cameron, LA 7063124.8 mi8$3,074,856$360,000$384,357
70640Fenton, LA 7064026.8 mi2$100,900$50,450$50,450
70591Welsh, LA 7059127.3 mi16$3,420,640$225,000$213,790
70658Reeves, LA 7065830.7 mi3$621,600$207,200$207,200
77632Orange, TX 7763232.1 mi113$36,370,180$249,750$321,860
70652Longville, LA 7065232.9 mi14$4,532,990$224,050$323,785

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605?

As of March 2026, there are 251 active listings in LAKE CHARLES, LA (zip code 70605), compared to 246 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605?

The median listing price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605 is $307,625 as of March 2026, a 2.5% increase from $300,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605 spend an average of 105 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 81 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 105 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605 save an estimated $6,153 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $307,625. 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.