Lake Charles, Louisiana Land Market Statistics

Comprehensive market data and analysis• Updated Dec 2025

Active Listings

595

Sold (12M)

Median Price

Market Condition

Strong Buyer's Market

Lake Charles, Louisiana Market Meter

Strong Buyer's Market

63.7 months of supply

High inventory favors buyers with more choices and negotiating power.

Market Overview

Median Price

Avg Price/Acre

Avg Days on Market

182

Months of Supply

63.7

YoY Price Change

New Listings (3M)

Land Market Data by Acreage

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Acreage	30D	3M	6M	12M	24M	36M
0-1 acres	2	9	19	48	85	109
1-2 acres	5	12	15	21	42	60
2-5 acres	-	3	6	9	20	32
5-10 acres	-	-	1	7	15	19
10-20 acres	1	1	3	4	8	11
20-50 acres	1	3	3	4	7	8
50-100 acres	-	-	-	2	2	2
100+ acres	-	-	-	-	1	3
TOTAL	9	28	47	95	180	244

📊 Sold Counts: The total number of land parcels that sold during each time period.How to read: If "5-10 acres" shows 25 under "30D", that means 25 parcels between 5-10 acres sold in the last 30 days. The "3M" column shows sales from the last 3 months, "12M" shows the full year, etc.Higher numbers = active market with lots of buyers. Lower numbers = slower market with fewer sales.

Market Trends & Analysis

Inventory by Acreage (12 Months)

Sold

For Sale

0-1 acres48 sold / 332 listed

1-2 acres21 sold / 110 listed

2-5 acres9 sold / 70 listed

5-10 acres7 sold / 24 listed

10-20 acres4 sold / 25 listed

20-50 acres4 sold / 13 listed

50-100 acres2 sold / 10 listed

100+ acres0 sold / 9 listed

Median Price by Acreage

No price data available

Key Market Indicators

Total Sales Volume

Last 12 months

Active Listings

595

Current inventory

Avg Days on Market

182

Time to sell

Price Trend (YoY)

Year over year

Lake Charles, Louisiana Land Market Analysis

Is now a good time to buy land in Lake Charles, Louisiana?

Lake Charles, Louisiana is currently a strong buyer's market with 63.7 months of supply. Buyers have more negotiating power and can take time to find the right property.

What is the months of supply for land in Lake Charles, Louisiana?

Lake Charles, Louisiana currently has 63.7 months of inventory supply. This indicates a strong buyer's market. High supply means buyers have plenty of choices and stronger negotiating position.

What is the total land for sale in Lake Charles, Louisiana?

There are currently 595 active listings in Lake Charles, Louisiana. 91 new listings have hit the market in the last 90 days. The median asking price is $84K.

How long does it take to sell land in Lake Charles, Louisiana?

Land in Lake Charles, Louisiana typically sells within 182 days of listing. The median time on market is 126 days. Properties are moving slowly in the current strong buyer's market.

What is the total amount sold in Lake Charles, Louisiana last year?

Over the past 12 months, Lake Charles, Louisiana saw 95 properties sold. In just the last 3 months, 28 properties changed hands.

What is the absorption rate for land in Lake Charles, Louisiana?

The 3-month absorption rate in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 1.6%. The 12-month rate is 1.3%. Absorption rate shows what percentage of available inventory is being sold, with higher rates indicating stronger buyer demand.

Is now a good time to invest in land in Lake Charles, Louisiana?

The current absorption rate in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 1.6% (3-month basis), indicating slow demand.

Data Sources & Accuracy

Market statistics are compiled from multiple sources including LandyDandy listings, Zillow.com, Realtor.com, Redfin.com, county records, and MLS data. While we strive for accuracy, these figures are estimates and may not reflect 100% of market activity. Data is updated regularly but some transactions may have reporting delays. For the most accurate assessment of a specific property, we recommend consulting with a local real estate professional.