Is Barataria, LA 70036 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Barataria is a buyer’s market. With about 9.6 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Barataria housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Barataria, LA 70036 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 269 days and there were 9.6 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 33%, homes sold more slowly (33 days then) and the median sale price rose 3% to $179,922. Overall, Barataria is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Jefferson Parish, homes here sell more slowly, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Westwego 70094 (19% sold over asking) and Harvey 70058 (14% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
Run the numbers for 70036
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Questions about Barataria real estate
Is Barataria a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 9.6 months of supply in Barataria, LA 70036 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Barataria?
The typical home went under contract in 269 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Barataria sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 83.1% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Barataria?
About 0.52% of a home’s value a year in Jefferson Parish, or roughly $2,080 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Barataria?
The median sale price was $179,922 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $151 per square foot.
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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology