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Is Forest Hill, LA 71430 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Forest Hill is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 100% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Months of supply3.2Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list99.9%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list100.3%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market4Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$130

The Forest Hill housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Forest Hill, LA 71430 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 4 days and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Within Rapides Parish, homes here sell faster, and more often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Glenmora 71433 (0% sold over asking) or Elmer 71424 (0% sold over asking).

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Questions about Forest Hill real estate

Is Forest Hill a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Forest Hill, LA 71430 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 Forest Hill?

The typical home went under contract in 4 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Forest Hill sell over asking?

100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.3% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Forest Hill?

About 0.55% of a home’s value a year in Rapides Parish, or roughly $2,200 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Forest Hill?

The median sale price was $349,849 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $130 per square foot.

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