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RUSTON, LA 71270

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lincoln County
Buyer's Market
June 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The RUSTON, LA real estate market (71270) currently shows 122 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.1% year-over-year, from $285,000 to $288,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 33,112  ·  Density: 61.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $36,679

Typical home value: $210,473  ·  Homeownership: 47.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
122
⇧ 13% vs 108 last year
Pending
34
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$288,250
⇧ 1.1% vs $285,000 last year
Average Price
$376,606
⇩ 2.6% vs $386,611 last year
Days on Market
83
⇧ 45.6% vs 57 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$160
⇧ 1.9% vs $157/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,972 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 122 this year vs 108 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $288,250 (+1.1% YoY)
  • Average: $376,606 (-2.6% 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
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 32.9 miles — 212 listings ($79,191,642 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
71270Ruston, LA 712700.0 mi107$41,776,973$282,500$390,439
71227Choudrant, LA 712279.5 mi14$5,420,198$236,750$387,157
71268Quitman, LA 7126811.8 mi6$1,796,340$186,975$299,390
71247Hodge, LA 7124716.0 mi1$175,000$175,000$175,000
71225Calhoun, LA 7122517.1 mi26$12,256,348$429,000$471,398
71251Jonesboro, LA 7125119.1 mi17$3,601,841$198,000$211,873
71226Chatham, LA 7122620.6 mi5$1,514,375$295,000$302,875
71003Athens, LA 7100324.4 mi3$2,028,750$512,750$676,250
71028Gibsland, LA 7102825.2 mi1$25,000$25,000$25,000
71048Lisbon, LA 7104826.6 mi1$145,000$145,000$145,000
71040Homer, LA 7104029.5 mi22$8,579,208$271,250$389,964
71256Lillie, LA 7125631.7 mi7$1,673,609$189,900$239,087
71016Castor, LA 7101632.9 mi2$199,000$99,500$99,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RUSTON, LA 71270?

As of June 2026, there are 122 active listings in RUSTON, LA (zip code 71270), compared to 108 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RUSTON, LA 71270?

The median listing price in RUSTON, LA 71270 is $288,250 as of June 2026, a 1.1% increase from $285,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in RUSTON, LA 71270 spend an average of 83 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 RUSTON, LA 71270?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, RUSTON, LA 71270 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RUSTON, LA 71270 save an estimated $5,765 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $288,250. 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.