BROUSSARD / YOUNGSVILLE, LA (February 27, 2026) – The Acadiana real estate market is off to an explosive start in 2026. While the rest of the country is experiencing a “typical annual reset” with lower sales and rising inventory, Broussard and Youngsville are seeing a massive surge in listing activity and price appreciation that far outpaces national trends. Below is a breakdown of how our local numbers stack up against the national landscape.
1. Inventory Explosion: A Seller’s Surge
Locally, the number of homes hitting the market skyrocketed between December and January.
● Broussard: Jumped from 119 to 257 listings (+116%).
● Youngsville: Actually mirrored Broussard exactly with 257 listings in January.
Nationwide, new listings rose about 61.8% month-over-month. Our local markets saw nearly
double that rate of growth, showing that Acadiana sellers are significantly more active than the
average American homeowner right now.
2. Sales & Demand: Steady Amidst the Noise
While national existing-home sales dropped roughly 8.4% in January (a seasonal norm), our
local demand remains remarkably resilient.
● Under Contract: Broussard saw a massive leap from 24 homes under contract in
December to 83 in January. Youngsville saw a similar jump from 39 to 83.
● Absorption Rate: Youngsville (4.78) and Broussard (4.78) are sitting in a very healthy,
balanced market territory.
3. Pricing: Acadiana is Holding Value
While national home prices are projected to “stall” or grow minimally (around 0.2% to 2%) in
2026, local prices are rising. Acadiana is showing an increase in prices of 4 to 7% yearly.
4. Days on Market: Patience is Key
Homes in Broussard and Youngsville are taking a bit longer to sell than the national average.
● Local: Average of 105 days on market.
● National: Average of 78 days.
The Bottom Line
If you are looking to sell, the Broussard market is currently showing incredible price strength. If you are a buyer, Youngsville is offering a slightly better enty point than it did in December, with plenty of new inventory to choose from. Compared to the national “stalls” and “resets,” Acadiana is moving full steam ahead. If you are thinking of buying or selling and would like more information I would love the opportunity to discuss your real estate goals.
Denise Rangai, REALTOR®
📧 deniserangairealtor@gmail.com|📱 985-991-1344
🌐 https://onereal.com/denise-rangai
