How much does it cost to buy a house in Baton Rouge, LA?

In May 2026 Baton Rouge homes were listed to buy for a median price of $285K, which is same as April 2025 last month, and same as May 2025 last year. The median value of a home listed to buy in Baton Rouge in May 2026 was $156 per sqft, which is a 10% decrease to April 2025 last month, and a 10% decrease to May 2025 last year.

Is it affordable or expensive to live in Baton Rouge, LA?

It is affordable to live in Baton Rouge. Buying a home in Baton Rouge is 1% less expensive compared with the national average.

Is it a good time to buy property in Baton Rouge, LA?

Yes now is a good time to buy property in Baton Rouge, in May 2026, homes in Baton Rouge have decreased in value (price per sqft) by 10% in the last year compared with May 2025.

Is the Baton Rouge, LA housing market slowing down?

In May 2026, homes to buy in Baton Rouge spent an median 82 days on the market, a same May 2025 last year.

What are the best and safest places to live in Baton Rouge, LA?

The best and safest neighborhoods to live in Baton Rouge in May 2026 are Downtown Baton Rouge, Mid City South, Highlands-Perkins, Broadmoor-Sherwood, Greenwell Springs-Central, Brownsfield-Central, Garden District, Park Forest-LA North, Lobdell-Woodale, Mid City North

How much money should I make to buy a house in Baton Rouge, LA?

In May 2026, Baton Rouge homes were listed to buy for a median price of $285K, with 25% down you would need $1.48K/month to cover expenses and assume that's 35% of your total monthly income, your total yearly income would need to be $51K.

Is it a good time to sell my house in Baton Rouge, LA?

Yes now is a good time to sell your house in Baton Rouge, in May 2026, homes in Baton Rouge have decreased in value (price per sqft) by 10% in the last year compared with May 2025.

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Baton Rouge, LA Real Estate Snapshot

List Price

$285,000

$/Sqft

$157

Homes For Sale

2,113

Home Size

1,819 Sqft

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