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BENTON, LA 71006

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Bossier County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
93
⇧ 38.8% vs 67 last year
Pending
20
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$455,455
⇩ 2.4% vs $466,515 last year
Average Price
$550,466
⇩ 15.6% vs $652,280 last year
Days on Market
97
⇧ 9% vs 89 days last year

Market Context

Population: 15,400  ·  Density: 29.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $87,495

Typical home value: $282,534  ·  Homeownership: 86.6%

Market Analysis

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

The BENTON, LA real estate market (71006) currently shows 93 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 97 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 97 days on market compared to 89 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.4% year-over-year, from $466,515 to $455,455.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 93 this year vs 67 last year
  • Days on market: 97 now vs 89 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $455,455 (-2.4% YoY)
  • Average: $550,466 (-15.6% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 22.5 miles — 522 listings ($135,103,202 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
71006Benton, LA 710060.0 mi93$51,193,338$455,455$550,466
71067Princeton, LA 7106712.3 mi9$3,664,080$430,208$407,120
71004Belcher, LA 7100413.0 mi1$295,000$295,000$295,000
71018Cotton Valley, LA 7101813.6 mi5$1,607,400$324,900$321,480
71107Shreveport, LA 7110716.0 mi113$32,380,715$234,900$286,555
71071Sarepta, LA 7107116.9 mi8$1,241,864$149,900$155,233
71103Shreveport, LA 7110318.2 mi31$1,377,547$38,250$44,437
71105Shreveport, LA 7110519.4 mi106$25,049,814$238,950$236,319
71061Oil City, LA 7106120.0 mi7$4,267,200$334,500$609,600
71075Springhill, LA 7107520.1 mi20$2,209,280$89,900$110,464
71060Mooringsport, LA 7106021.4 mi6$1,857,360$199,900$309,560
71108Shreveport, LA 7110821.7 mi108$7,065,144$50,000$65,418
71023Doyline, LA 7102322.5 mi15$2,894,460$156,400$192,964

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BENTON, LA 71006?

As of January 2026, there are 93 active listings in BENTON, LA (zip code 71006), compared to 67 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BENTON, LA 71006?

The median listing price in BENTON, LA 71006 is $455,455 as of January 2026, a 2.4% decrease from $466,515 the prior year.

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

Homes in BENTON, LA 71006 spend an average of 97 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 89 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BENTON, LA 71006?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BENTON, LA 71006 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 97 days on market compared to 89 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BENTON, LA 71006 save an estimated $9,109 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $455,455. 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.