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BATON ROUGE, LA 70809

Real Estate Market Report  ·  East Baton Rouge County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 70809

Audubon Terrace · Bocage · CitiPlace · Cloverland · Del Rey Plaza · Jefferson Place · Jefferson Terrace · Parkview Oaks · Parkview Oaks South

Market Analysis

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

The BATON ROUGE, LA real estate market (70809) currently shows 185 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 98 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 18 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 98 days on market compared to 100 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.3% year-over-year, from $279,278 to $302,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 26,684  ·  Density: 716.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $79,148

Typical home value: $289,466  ·  Homeownership: 54.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
185
⇩ 8.9% vs 203 last year
Pending
39
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$302,450
⇧ 8.3% vs $279,278 last year
Average Price
$479,230
⇧ 8.3% vs $442,661 last year
Days on Market
98
⇩ 2% vs 100 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$170
⇧ 5.6% vs $161/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,786 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 185 this year vs 203 last year
  • Days on market: 98 now vs 100 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $302,450 (+8.3% YoY)
  • Average: $479,230 (+8.3% 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 13.2 miles — 1,221 listings ($516,448,844 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70809Baton Rouge, LA 708090.0 mi173$79,466,512$300,000$459,344
70810Baton Rouge, LA 708103.3 mi339$247,691,367$400,220$730,653
70815Baton Rouge, LA 708154.2 mi101$24,527,345$239,950$242,845
70806Baton Rouge, LA 708065.0 mi159$60,195,651$320,500$378,589
70814Baton Rouge, LA 708146.3 mi52$10,545,184$212,000$202,792
70820Baton Rouge, LA 708206.9 mi151$39,933,158$192,500$264,458
70812Baton Rouge, LA 708127.7 mi34$4,135,318$125,725$121,627
70805Baton Rouge, LA 708058.4 mi85$8,204,880$82,975$96,528
70776Saint Gabriel, LA 707769.3 mi20$8,514,400$365,000$425,720
70811Baton Rouge, LA 708119.9 mi37$6,151,028$173,675$166,244
70818Baton Rouge, LA 7081810.3 mi61$24,699,876$382,900$404,916
70721Carville, LA 7072112.4 mi2$369,000$184,500$184,500
70719Brusly, LA 7071913.2 mi7$2,015,125$255,000$287,875

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BATON ROUGE, LA 70809?

As of March 2026, there are 185 active listings in BATON ROUGE, LA (zip code 70809), compared to 203 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BATON ROUGE, LA 70809?

The median listing price in BATON ROUGE, LA 70809 is $302,450 as of March 2026, a 8.3% increase from $279,278 the prior year.

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

Homes in BATON ROUGE, LA 70809 spend an average of 98 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 100 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BATON ROUGE, LA 70809?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, BATON ROUGE, LA 70809 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 18 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 98 days on market compared to 100 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 70809 save an estimated $6,049 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $302,450. 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.