Active Listings
125
⇩ 8.1% vs 136 last year
Population: 39,628 · Density: 1,090.6/mi² · Median household income: $50,757
Typical home value: $298,698 · Homeownership: 35.8%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The WILMINGTON, NC real estate market (28403) currently shows 125 active listings, with 36 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
The median listing price has fallen 6.6% year-over-year, from $417,500 to $390,000.
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.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28403 | Wilmington, NC 28403 | 0.0 mi | 125 | $80,951,375 | $390,000 | $647,611 |
| 28480 | Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 | 4.6 mi | 46 | $80,526,588 | $1,675,000 | $1,750,578 |
| 28412 | Wilmington, NC 28412 | 6.5 mi | 271 | $140,937,073 | $459,900 | $520,063 |
| 28411 | Wilmington, NC 28411 | 7.4 mi | 202 | $195,547,110 | $609,706 | $968,055 |
| 28479 | Winnabow, NC 28479 | 11.7 mi | 85 | $33,415,455 | $365,000 | $393,123 |
| 28451 | Leland, NC 28451 | 13.5 mi | 493 | $248,254,094 | $435,500 | $503,558 |
| 28449 | Kure Beach, NC 28449 | 16.8 mi | 55 | $55,299,090 | $865,000 | $1,005,438 |
| 28461 | Southport, NC 28461 | 19.9 mi | 386 | $290,134,198 | $509,500 | $751,643 |
| 28422 | Bolivia, NC 28422 | 21.9 mi | 277 | $123,224,835 | $375,000 | $444,855 |
| 28465 | Oak Island, NC 28465 | 24.8 mi | 245 | $203,836,570 | $709,950 | $831,986 |
| 28421 | Atkinson, NC 28421 | 26.8 mi | 3 | $3,446,250 | $1,148,750 | $1,148,750 |
| 28445 | Holly Ridge, NC 28445 | 29.4 mi | 227 | $196,261,022 | $725,000 | $864,586 |
| 28478 | Willard, NC 28478 | 30.5 mi | 8 | $2,226,136 | $264,900 | $278,267 |
As of January 2026, there are 125 active listings in WILMINGTON, NC (zip code 28403), compared to 136 the prior year.
The median listing price in WILMINGTON, NC 28403 is $390,000 as of January 2026, a 6.6% decrease from $417,500 the prior year.
Homes in WILMINGTON, NC 28403 spend an average of 84 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 84 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WILMINGTON, NC 28403 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
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