Is now a good time to sell in Lafayette?

Probably not, unless you need to move. The Sold Score for Lafayette is 35/100 in May 2026 (Challenging Market Conditions) — homes still close, but you'll likely accept a longer timeline or a lower price than a year ago. Pending ratio is 0.39 — the higher this is, the faster contracts come in relative to standing inventory. Active inventory is up +10.5% year over year, expanding the pool you're competing in. Median days on market sit at 73. 35.6% of active listings have already reduced asking price. — Live indicators (May 2026): Sold Score: 35/100 (Challenging Market Conditions) · Pending ratio: 0.39 · Inventory YoY: +10.5% · Median days on market: 73 · Sellers cutting price: 35.6% · Median listing price: $274,250 (+1.6% YoY)