Market Intelligence Report — LA-180

Lafayette, LA

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-LA-05
Updated: May 2026
Median Listing
$274K
+1.6% YOY
Pending Ratio
0.39
-4.7% YOY
Active Inventory
1,495
+10.5% YOY
Median DOM
73 Days
+1.4% YOY

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Market Signals & Indicators

Supply Dynamics

1,495 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 492 per month.

Pricing Pressure
20.2%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +1.1% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -0.3% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.39

Pending-to-active ratio — supply and demand dynamics are mixed.

Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Lafayette, LA
CBSA Code
29180
State
LA

Vetted Local Practitioners

Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Lafayette?+

    As of May 2026, the Lafayette metro is classified as Stabilizing. Pending ratio is 0.39 with median days on market at 73.

  • Are home prices dropping in Lafayette?+

    Median listing price is $274K, +1.6% year over year. 20.2% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Lafayette?+

    The typical listing sits 73 days on market, a +1.4% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 492 per month.

  • Where can I find a trusted Lafayette real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Lafayette agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

Vintage: May 2026 · CBSA 29180 · 2mo history