Is Lafayette, LA 70501 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Lafayette is a balanced market. With about 5.4 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
Competition score7/ 100
More competitive than 2% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #152 of 160 in the state.
Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending August 31, 2026. See the breakdown
Months of supply5.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list5.4%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list94.1%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market101Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$79▼ −31.9% vs. last year
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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology