Richard Spears, Realtor

06/18/2026

“If you’re thinking about waiting to buy or sell in the Greater Baton Rouge market… watch this first. 🔴

Here’s the good news.

Nationally, buyer activity continues to improve as more consumers adapt to today’s market conditions, including affordability challenges and higher inventory levels.

And right here in Greater Baton Rouge, we’re seeing continued strength.

Pending sales are up more than 6% year-to-date, closed sales are up 4%, and home values have increased nearly 5% compared to this time last year.

Homes are also still selling for nearly 98% of their asking price.

In fact, this past week alone, our team helped four different sellers receive between 97% and 100% of their asking price in less than 30 days, while the current market average is around 80 days.

So what does that mean?

It means buyers are buying, sellers are selling, and home values continue to appreciate.

This isn’t a market that’s slowing down—it’s a market that’s stabilizing.

If you’re thinking about making a move in 2026, now is a great time to start planning your strategy.

06/16/2026

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06/10/2026

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06/01/2026

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01/29/2026

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01/20/2026

“2025 Year-to-Date Market Update | Greater Baton Rouge”

With the elevated interest rates we experienced in 2025 “Everyone keeps asking… How was the market last year?

Well, The 2025 YTD numbers are finally in,

“Year-to-date, we’ve actually seen more activity, not less.
New listings are up nearly 4%, which means homeowners are feeling confident enough to sell.
Pending sales are up almost 3%, telling us buyers are still active — they’re just being more intentional.
Closed sales are also up about 2%, so deals are getting done.”

“Home prices have stayed incredibly stable.

The median price is up slightly year-over-year, sitting around $265,000, which tells us values are holding — not crashing.”

“Homes are taking a little longer to sell — about 3 days more on average — but that’s a sign of a healthier, more balanced market.”

“This isn’t a boom market… and it’s not a bust.
It’s a strategy market.”

“If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing in 2026, your timing matters but your strategy matters more.

12/05/2025

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11/21/2025

09/18/2025

Here’s the truth: rates don’t always move exactly how the headlines make it sound. Right now, we’re seeing some of the lowest mortgage rates in nearly a year—but waiting too long could cost you more if prices rise. 🏡

👉 DM me “Rates” and I’ll show you exactly what your monthly payment could look like today (no guessing, real numbers).