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LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611

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

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE CHARLES, LA real estate market (70611) currently shows 118 active listings, with 41 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 26 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 86 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.8% year-over-year, from $309,500 to $282,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,383  ·  Density: 96.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $96,187

Typical home value: $234,665  ·  Homeownership: 82.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
118
⇩ 18.1% vs 144 last year
Pending
41
35% pending ratio
Median Price
$282,250
⇩ 8.8% vs $309,500 last year
Average Price
$363,483
⇧ 5.1% vs $345,929 last year
Days on Market
68
⇩ 20.9% vs 86 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$141
⇩ 3.4% vs $146/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,102 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 118 this year vs 144 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 86 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $282,250 (-8.8% YoY)
  • Average: $363,483 (+5.1% 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 30.1 miles — 716 listings ($226,815,400 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70611Lake Charles, LA 706110.0 mi121$42,721,107$284,750$353,067
70601Lake Charles, LA 706018.3 mi168$35,854,896$162,750$213,422
70657Ragley, LA 7065711.2 mi12$3,241,608$297,425$270,134
70633Dequincy, LA 7063312.7 mi39$9,004,593$172,475$230,887
70605Lake Charles, LA 7060515.5 mi248$99,942,760$312,000$402,995
70640Fenton, LA 7064017.1 mi2$100,900$50,450$50,450
70650Lacassine, LA 7065018.5 mi3$722,001$218,000$240,667
70665Sulphur, LA 7066521.0 mi65$21,062,275$256,362$324,035
70648Kinder, LA 7064821.9 mi11$2,052,303$172,500$186,573
70630Bell City, LA 7063023.8 mi4$3,289,000$455,750$822,250
70668Vinton, LA 7066826.8 mi31$6,870,065$185,000$221,615
70581Roanoke, LA 7058128.5 mi1$170,000$170,000$170,000
70549Lake Arthur, LA 7054930.1 mi11$1,783,892$114,675$162,172

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611?

As of April 2026, there are 118 active listings in LAKE CHARLES, LA (zip code 70611), compared to 144 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611?

The median listing price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611 is $282,250 as of April 2026, a 8.8% decrease from $309,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 86 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70611 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 26 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 86 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 70611 save an estimated $5,645 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $282,250. 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.