Is Orleans County, LA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since May 2023
At the same time last year, Orleans County was a Seller's Market.
Housing Prices in Orleans County, LA
How much do homes in Orleans County, LA cost?
Median Sold Price
$335,449
$193/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since May 2023
Summary: The median home sold price in Orleans County was $335,449 in May 2024, down 2.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $193.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
# BEDS# BEDROOMS | May 2023 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|---|
1 Bedroom | $259.3K | $240.5K | -7.3% |
2 Bedrooms | $329.9K | $334.2K | +1.3% |
3 Bedrooms | $325.2K | $310.4K | -4.5% |
4 Bedrooms | $369.1K | $358.9K | -2.8% |
5+ Bedrooms | $466.5K | $450K | -3.5% |
Summary: Orleans County housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 7.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 1.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 4.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 2.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 3.5%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
Saint Tammany County | $286.8K | $293.4K | +2.3% |
Saint Bernard County | $236.4K | $234.7K | -0.7% |
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 Orleans County, LA
How many homes are available in Orleans County, LA?
Number of Homes For Sale
Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
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2,754 | 3,055 | +10.9% |
Summary: The Orleans County real estate market had 3,055 homes for sale in May 2024, a 10.9% increase compared to April 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
# BEDS# BEDROOMS | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
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1 Bedroom | 183 | 201 | +9.8% |
2 Bedrooms | 453 | 512 | +13.0% |
3 Bedrooms | 934 | 1,035 | +10.8% |
4 Bedrooms | 672 | 748 | +11.3% |
5+ Bedrooms | 512 | 559 | +9.2% |
Summary: The Orleans County housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 9.8%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 13%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 11.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 9.2%.
Number of Homes Sold
Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
309 | 314 | +1.6% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
222 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
59 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
33 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Summary: A total of 314 homes were sold or pending in Orleans County in May 2024, up by 1.6% month-over-month. Of the 314 sold homes, 71% were sold under asking, 19% were sold at asking, and 11% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Orleans County, LA
How long does it take to sell a home in Orleans County, LA?
Average Sale Time
May 2023 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
48 Days | 61 Days | +27.8% |
Summary: Homes in Orleans County had an average of 61 days on market in May 2024, up by 27.8% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
158 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
80 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
76 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Summary: During May 2024, 314 homes were sold in Orleans County; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 25% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 24% of homes were sold over 90 days.