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Data as of July 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The WILMINGTON, NC real estate market (28401) currently shows 201 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 82 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 8.6% year-over-year, from $412,500 to $376,975.
Whether you are buying or selling in WILMINGTON, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 21,872 · Density: 272.5/mi² · Median household income: $46,743
Typical home value: $221,610 · Homeownership: 37.3%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28401 | Wilmington, NC 28401 | 0.0 mi | 181 | $75,225,953 | $350,000 | $415,613 |
| 28405 | Wilmington, NC 28405 | 6.2 mi | 145 | $141,379,495 | $488,225 | $975,031 |
| 28451 | Leland, NC 28451 | 9.2 mi | 562 | $289,912,758 | $447,316 | $515,859 |
| 28480 | Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 | 11.0 mi | 51 | $91,973,706 | $1,676,250 | $1,803,406 |
| 28409 | Wilmington, NC 28409 | 11.3 mi | 175 | $178,108,525 | $597,225 | $1,017,763 |
| 28457 | Rocky Point, NC 28457 | 12.9 mi | 35 | $16,087,715 | $467,475 | $459,649 |
| 28428 | Carolina Beach, NC 28428 | 17.8 mi | 224 | $167,743,296 | $649,875 | $748,854 |
| 28456 | Riegelwood, NC 28456 | 19.3 mi | 6 | $1,835,220 | $300,000 | $305,870 |
| 28443 | Hampstead, NC 28443 | 20.7 mi | 281 | $198,974,133 | $529,974 | $708,093 |
| 28449 | Kure Beach, NC 28449 | 21.5 mi | 56 | $55,802,376 | $852,500 | $996,471 |
| 28478 | Willard, NC 28478 | 24.6 mi | 3 | $878,850 | $292,950 | $292,950 |
| 28447 | Ivanhoe, NC 28447 | 26.9 mi | 1 | $699,000 | $699,000 | $699,000 |
| 28462 | Supply, NC 28462 | 27.8 mi | 213 | $172,510,830 | $622,700 | $809,910 |
As of July 2026, there are 201 active listings in WILMINGTON, NC (zip code 28401), compared to 202 the prior year.
The median listing price in WILMINGTON, NC 28401 is $376,975 as of July 2026, a 8.6% decrease from $412,500 the prior year.
Homes in WILMINGTON, NC 28401 spend an average of 53 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, WILMINGTON, NC 28401 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 82 days last year.
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