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BATON ROUGE, LA 70805

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 70805

Airline Terrace · Baton Rouge Terrace · Brookstown · Dayton · Delmont (Delmont Place) · East Dayton · Fairwoods · Garden City · Glen Oaks · Highland Gardens · Howell Park · Howell Park Terrace · Istrouma · Midway Place · Monte Sano Trailer Park · New Dayton · North Baton Rouge · Park Manor · Prescott Court · Prescott Place · Roppolo Villa · Saint Gerald Park · Victoria Gardens · Woodaire

Market Analysis

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

The BATON ROUGE, LA real estate market (70805) currently shows 101 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 85 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 33 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.4% year-over-year, from $84,938 to $76,975.

Whether you are buying or selling in BATON ROUGE, LA, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 24,050  ·  Density: 817.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $27,556

Typical home value: $91,962  ·  Homeownership: 40.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
101
⇧ 48.5% vs 68 last year
Pending
16
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$76,975
⇩ 9.4% vs $84,938 last year
Average Price
$86,669
⇩ 3.8% vs $90,124 last year
Days on Market
85
⇧ 3.7% vs 82 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$65
⇧ 10.2% vs $59/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,200 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 101 this year vs 68 last year
  • Days on market: 85 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $76,975 (-9.4% YoY)
  • Average: $86,669 (-3.8% 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 13.3 miles — 1,321 listings ($526,490,921 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70805Baton Rouge, LA 708050.0 mi85$8,204,880$82,975$96,528
70812Baton Rouge, LA 708123.0 mi34$4,135,318$125,725$121,627
70806Baton Rouge, LA 708063.4 mi159$60,195,651$320,500$378,589
70807Baton Rouge, LA 708074.7 mi28$3,616,928$137,475$129,176
70814Baton Rouge, LA 708145.8 mi52$10,545,184$212,000$202,792
70714Baker, LA 707147.0 mi67$18,733,066$210,000$279,598
70836Baton Rouge, LA 708368.3 mi15$4,750,740$320,000$316,716
70820Baton Rouge, LA 708208.4 mi151$39,933,158$192,500$264,458
70816Baton Rouge, LA 708169.2 mi167$44,267,859$225,000$265,077
70810Baton Rouge, LA 7081010.9 mi339$247,691,367$400,220$730,653
70791Zachary, LA 7079111.2 mi218$81,889,520$325,448$375,640
70729Erwinville, LA 7072913.1 mi1$850,000$850,000$850,000
70780Sunshine, LA 7078013.3 mi5$1,677,250$225,900$335,450

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BATON ROUGE, LA 70805?

As of April 2026, there are 101 active listings in BATON ROUGE, LA (zip code 70805), compared to 68 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BATON ROUGE, LA 70805?

The median listing price in BATON ROUGE, LA 70805 is $76,975 as of April 2026, a 9.4% decrease from $84,938 the prior year.

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

Homes in BATON ROUGE, LA 70805 spend an average of 85 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BATON ROUGE, LA 70805?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, BATON ROUGE, LA 70805 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 33 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BATON ROUGE, LA 70805 save an estimated $1,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $76,975. 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.