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WILMINGTON, NC 28403

Real Estate Market Report  ·  New Hanover County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28403

Barclay Hills · Bradley Creek East Estates · Bradley Park · College Acres · Devon Park · Fairlawn · Forest Hills · Lincoln Forest · Oakcrest · Piney Woods

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The WILMINGTON, NC real estate market (28403) currently shows 152 active listings, with 47 pending sales. Homes are averaging 43 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

The median listing price has fallen 8.2% year-over-year, from $429,000 to $394,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 39,628  ·  Density: 1,090.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $50,757

Typical home value: $298,698  ·  Homeownership: 35.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
152
⇩ 5.6% vs 161 last year
Pending
47
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$394,000
⇩ 8.2% vs $429,000 last year
Average Price
$645,012
⇧ 2.3% vs $630,379 last year
Days on Market
43
vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$280
⇩ 1.4% vs $284/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,487 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 152 this year vs 161 last year
  • Days on market: 43 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $394,000 (-8.2% YoY)
  • Average: $645,012 (+2.3% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 30.5 miles — 2,626 listings ($1,828,839,805 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28403Wilmington, NC 284030.0 mi134$90,848,248$398,625$677,972
28480Wrightsville Beach, NC 284804.6 mi51$91,973,706$1,676,250$1,803,406
28412Wilmington, NC 284126.5 mi294$158,165,532$458,675$537,978
28411Wilmington, NC 284117.4 mi207$212,818,356$659,450$1,028,108
28479Winnabow, NC 2847911.7 mi83$33,648,449$355,000$405,403
28451Leland, NC 2845113.5 mi562$289,912,758$447,316$515,859
28449Kure Beach, NC 2844916.8 mi56$55,802,376$852,500$996,471
28461Southport, NC 2846119.9 mi432$329,170,176$547,930$761,968
28422Bolivia, NC 2842221.9 mi286$126,768,642$372,291$443,247
28465Oak Island, NC 2846524.8 mi265$223,470,525$722,500$843,285
28421Atkinson, NC 2842126.8 mi2$2,173,500$1,086,750$1,086,750
28445Holly Ridge, NC 2844529.4 mi251$213,208,687$717,500$849,437
28478Willard, NC 2847830.5 mi3$878,850$292,950$292,950

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, NC 28403?

As of March 2026, there are 152 active listings in WILMINGTON, NC (zip code 28403), compared to 161 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, NC 28403?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, NC 28403 is $394,000 as of March 2026, a 8.2% decrease from $429,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WILMINGTON, NC?

Homes in WILMINGTON, NC 28403 spend an average of 43 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILMINGTON, NC 28403?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WILMINGTON, NC 28403 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WILMINGTON, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WILMINGTON, NC 28403 save an estimated $7,880 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $394,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.