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LAKE CHARLES, LA 70615

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

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE CHARLES, LA real estate market (70615) currently shows 33 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16.2% year-over-year, from $195,000 to $163,360.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 14,204  ·  Density: 119.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $42,963

Typical home value: $127,112  ·  Homeownership: 59.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
33
⇩ 2.9% vs 34 last year
Pending
5
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$163,360
⇩ 16.2% vs $195,000 last year
Average Price
$166,867
⇩ 36.8% vs $264,231 last year
Days on Market
78
⇩ 11.4% vs 88 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$121
⇩ 0.8% vs $122/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,366 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 33 this year vs 34 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $163,360 (-16.2% YoY)
  • Average: $166,867 (-36.8% 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 29.3 miles — 625 listings ($198,604,827 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70615Lake Charles, LA 706150.0 mi37$6,720,088$172,160$181,624
70647Iowa, LA 706476.4 mi55$16,199,865$261,250$294,543
70669Westlake, LA 706699.2 mi47$11,736,135$243,500$249,705
70605Lake Charles, LA 7060512.5 mi248$99,942,760$312,000$402,995
70607Lake Charles, LA 7060715.1 mi146$40,416,596$228,350$276,826
70630Bell City, LA 7063016.4 mi4$3,289,000$455,750$822,250
70591Welsh, LA 7059116.9 mi16$3,420,640$225,000$213,790
70633Dequincy, LA 7063319.9 mi39$9,004,593$172,475$230,887
70648Kinder, LA 7064822.4 mi11$2,052,303$172,500$186,573
70581Roanoke, LA 7058123.1 mi1$170,000$170,000$170,000
70645Hackberry, LA 7064526.6 mi11$3,169,397$295,000$288,127
70660Singer, LA 7066029.2 mi3$1,788,525$596,175$596,175
70532Elton, LA 7053229.3 mi7$694,925$103,600$99,275

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70615?

As of March 2026, there are 33 active listings in LAKE CHARLES, LA (zip code 70615), compared to 34 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70615?

The median listing price in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70615 is $163,360 as of March 2026, a 16.2% decrease from $195,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70615 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE CHARLES, LA 70615?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70615 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 88 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 70615 save an estimated $3,267 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $163,360. 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.