Is Jefferson County, LA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since May 2023
Since last year, Jefferson County has remained a Seller's Market.
Housing Prices in Jefferson County, LA
How much do homes in Jefferson County, LA cost?
Median Sold Price
$255,144
$156/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since May 2023
Summary: The median home sold price in Jefferson County was $255,144 in May 2024, down 1.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $156.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
# BEDS# BEDROOMS | May 2023 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|---|
1 Bedroom | $108.5K | $95K | -12.4% |
2 Bedrooms | $160K | $160K | 0.0% |
3 Bedrooms | $249.9K | $245.6K | -1.7% |
4 Bedrooms | $324.9K | $324.9K | 0% |
5+ Bedrooms | $440K | $447K | +1.6% |
Summary: Jefferson County housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 12.4%, 2 bedroom homes did not change, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 1.7%, 4 bedroom homes did not change, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 1.6%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
Saint Charles County | $250K | $271.5K | +8.6% |
Plaquemines County | $367.6K | $363K | -1.3% |
Jefferson County | $259.9K | $255.1K | -1.9% |
Orleans County | $344.1K | $335.4K | -2.5% |
Housing Supply in Jefferson County, LA
How many homes are available in Jefferson County, LA?
Number of Homes For Sale
Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
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1,719 | 1,816 | +5.6% |
Summary: The Jefferson County real estate market had 1,816 homes for sale in May 2024, a 5.6% increase compared to April 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
# BEDS# BEDROOMS | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
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1 Bedroom | 48 | 50 | +4.2% |
2 Bedrooms | 168 | 171 | +1.8% |
3 Bedrooms | 819 | 865 | +5.6% |
4 Bedrooms | 484 | 500 | +3.3% |
5+ Bedrooms | 200 | 230 | +15.0% |
Summary: The Jefferson County housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 4.2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 1.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 5.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 15%.
Number of Homes Sold
Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
334 | 307 | -8.1% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
193 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
81 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
33 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Summary: A total of 307 homes were sold or pending in Jefferson County in May 2024, down by 8.1% month-over-month. Of the 307 sold homes, 63% were sold under asking, 26% were sold at asking, and 11% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Jefferson County, LA
How long does it take to sell a home in Jefferson County, LA?
Average Sale Time
May 2023 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
42 Days | 53 Days | +27.5% |
Summary: Homes in Jefferson County had an average of 53 days on market in May 2024, up by 27.5% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
155 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
87 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
64 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Summary: During May 2024, 307 homes were sold in Jefferson County; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 28% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 21% of homes were sold over 90 days.