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LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE CHARLES, LA real estate market (70607) currently shows 159 active listings, with 54 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.1% year-over-year, from $232,735 to $232,525.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,165  ·  Density: 94.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $50,358

Typical home value: $169,635  ·  Homeownership: 59.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
159
⇩ 6.5% vs 170 last year
Pending
54
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$232,525
⇩ 0.1% vs $232,735 last year
Average Price
$289,532
⇧ 12.2% vs $257,952 last year
Days on Market
66
⇧ 1.5% vs 65 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$127
⇩ 3.1% vs $131/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,678 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 159 this year vs 170 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $232,525 (-0.1% YoY)
  • Average: $289,532 (+12.2% 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 37.0 miles — 574 listings ($157,670,189 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70607Lake Charles, LA 706070.0 mi146$40,416,596$228,350$276,826
70630Bell City, LA 706309.5 mi4$3,289,000$455,750$822,250
70645Hackberry, LA 7064513.6 mi11$3,169,397$295,000$288,127
70615Lake Charles, LA 7061515.1 mi37$6,720,088$172,160$181,624
70647Iowa, LA 7064717.8 mi55$16,199,865$261,250$294,543
70611Lake Charles, LA 7061120.5 mi121$42,721,107$284,750$353,067
70549Lake Arthur, LA 7054922.4 mi11$1,783,892$114,675$162,172
70668Vinton, LA 7066825.4 mi31$6,870,065$185,000$221,615
70640Fenton, LA 7064027.8 mi2$100,900$50,450$50,450
70657Ragley, LA 7065731.4 mi12$3,241,608$297,425$270,134
70661Starks, LA 7066134.3 mi7$733,880$110,000$104,840
70546Jennings, LA 7054635.5 mi58$11,597,100$169,750$199,950
77611Bridge City, TX 7761137.0 mi79$20,826,691$261,800$263,629

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607?

As of September 2026, there are 159 active listings in LAKE CHARLES, LA (zip code 70607), compared to 170 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607?

The median listing price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607 is $232,525 as of September 2026, a 0.1% decrease from $232,735 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

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

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