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HOMER, LA 71040

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Claiborne County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
19
⇩ 5% vs 20 last year
Pending
2
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$352,000
⇧ 8.5% vs $324,500 last year
Average Price
$438,711
⇧ 51.8% vs $288,940 last year
Days on Market
128
⇧ 124.6% vs 57 days last year

Market Context

Population: 7,996  ·  Density: 10.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $30,813

Typical home value: $70,401  ·  Homeownership: 67.6%

Market Analysis

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

The HOMER, LA real estate market (71040) currently shows 19 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 128 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 128 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.5% year-over-year, from $324,500 to $352,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 19 this year vs 20 last year
  • Days on market: 128 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $352,000 (+8.5% YoY)
  • Average: $438,711 (+51.8% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 31.9 miles — 242 listings ($74,170,215 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
71040Homer, LA 710400.0 mi19$8,335,509$352,000$438,711
71003Athens, LA 7100310.8 mi2$2,500,000$1,250,000$1,250,000
71001Arcadia, LA 7100114.9 mi9$1,611,000$167,000$179,000
71055Minden, LA 7105518.3 mi56$11,542,720$169,000$206,120
71256Lillie, LA 7125620.6 mi6$1,479,300$209,900$246,550
71028Gibsland, LA 7102820.8 mi3$75,000$25,000$25,000
71275Simsboro, LA 7127521.9 mi2$512,000$256,000$256,000
71749Junction City, AR 7174922.6 mi4$583,900$139,000$145,975
71073Sibley, LA 7107324.9 mi4$1,142,252$284,500$285,563
71071Sarepta, LA 7107127.0 mi8$1,241,864$149,900$155,233
71270Ruston, LA 7127029.6 mi105$38,588,130$277,000$367,506
71067Princeton, LA 7106730.7 mi9$3,664,080$430,208$407,120
71023Doyline, LA 7102331.9 mi15$2,894,460$156,400$192,964

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOMER, LA 71040?

As of January 2026, there are 19 active listings in HOMER, LA (zip code 71040), compared to 20 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOMER, LA 71040?

The median listing price in HOMER, LA 71040 is $352,000 as of January 2026, a 8.5% increase from $324,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOMER, LA 71040 spend an average of 128 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOMER, LA 71040?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HOMER, LA 71040 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 128 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HOMER, LA 71040 save an estimated $7,040 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $352,000. 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.