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MER ROUGE, LA 71261

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Morehouse County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The MER ROUGE, LA real estate market (71261) currently shows 5 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 16 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 16 days on market compared to 141 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 26.9% year-over-year, from $98,500 to $125,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,302  ·  Density: 3.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $23,021

Typical home value: $91,690  ·  Homeownership: 63.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
vs 5 last year
Pending
2
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$125,000
⇧ 26.9% vs $98,500 last year
Average Price
$131,333
⇧ 39% vs $94,480 last year
Days on Market
16
⇩ 88.7% vs 141 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$122
⇧ 29.8% vs $94/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,025 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 16 now vs 141 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $125,000 (+26.9% YoY)
  • Average: $131,333 (+39% 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 38.9 miles — 225 listings ($85,769,410 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
71261Mer Rouge, LA 712610.0 mi3$333,876$117,500$111,292
71266Pioneer, LA 7126613.3 mi2$319,900$159,950$159,950
71229Collinston, LA 7122915.0 mi2$1,564,000$782,000$782,000
71237Epps, LA 7123718.3 mi3$475,350$158,450$158,450
71269Rayville, LA 7126923.6 mi39$21,279,336$358,500$545,624
71254Lake Providence, LA 7125426.5 mi8$5,679,264$223,725$709,908
71286Transylvania, LA 7128628.2 mi1$175,000$175,000$175,000
71646Hamburg, AR 7164629.9 mi9$1,746,297$202,950$194,033
71291West Monroe, LA 7129131.8 mi103$39,801,260$307,500$386,420
71202Monroe, LA 7120233.8 mi14$2,068,360$79,425$147,740
71640Eudora, AR 7164035.3 mi3$372,501$112,500$124,167
71747Huttig, AR 7174736.2 mi4$1,152,160$255,625$288,040
71241Farmerville, LA 7124138.9 mi34$10,802,106$253,250$317,709

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MER ROUGE, LA 71261?

As of March 2026, there are 5 active listings in MER ROUGE, LA (zip code 71261), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MER ROUGE, LA 71261?

The median listing price in MER ROUGE, LA 71261 is $125,000 as of March 2026, a 26.9% increase from $98,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in MER ROUGE, LA 71261 spend an average of 16 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 141 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MER ROUGE, LA 71261?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, MER ROUGE, LA 71261 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are selling faster, averaging 16 days on market compared to 141 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MER ROUGE, LA 71261 save an estimated $2,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $125,000. 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.