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

In May 2026 Covington homes were listed to buy for a median price of $375K, which is a 4% decrease to April 2025 last month, and a 4% decrease to May 2025 last year. The median value of a home listed to buy in Covington in May 2026 was $178 per sqft, which is a 4% decrease to April 2025 last month, and a 3% decrease to May 2025 last year.

Is it affordable or expensive to live in Covington, LA?

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

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

Yes now is a good time to buy property in Covington, in May 2026, homes in Covington have decreased in value (price per sqft) by 3% in the last year compared with May 2025.

Is the Covington, LA housing market slowing down?

In May 2026, homes to buy in Covington spent an median 97 days on the market, a same May 2025 last year.

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

The best and safest neighborhoods to live in Covington in May 2026 are City Park, West End, Fillmore, Gentilly Terrace, Read Boulevard East, Milneburg, Gentilly Woods, Ponchartrain Park, West Lake Forest, Little Woods, Plum Orchard, Pines

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

In May 2026, Covington homes were listed to buy for a median price of $375K, with 25% down you would need $1.94K/month to cover expenses and assume that's 35% of your total monthly income, your total yearly income would need to be $66.5K.

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

Yes now is a good time to sell your house in Covington, in May 2026, homes in Covington have decreased in value (price per sqft) by 3% in the last year compared with May 2025.

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Covington, LA Real Estate Snapshot

List Price

$374,945

$/Sqft

$178

Homes For Sale

661

Home Size

2,129 Sqft

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