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ASH, NC 28420

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Brunswick County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
59
⇩ 7.8% vs 64 last year
Pending
36
61% pending ratio
Median Price
$335,880
⇧ 1.8% vs $329,823 last year
Average Price
$398,124
⇧ 14.1% vs $348,866 last year
Days on Market
227
⇧ 129.3% vs 99 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,710  ·  Density: 6.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,364

Typical home value: $199,381  ·  Homeownership: 71.9%

Market Analysis

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

The ASH, NC real estate market (28420) currently shows 59 active listings, with 36 pending sales. Homes are averaging 227 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 227 days on market compared to 99 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.8% year-over-year, from $329,823 to $335,880.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 59 this year vs 64 last year
  • Days on market: 227 now vs 99 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $335,880 (+1.8% YoY)
  • Average: $398,124 (+14.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 27.2 miles — 2,575 listings ($1,425,725,339 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28420Ash, NC 284200.0 mi59$23,489,316$335,880$398,124
28470Shallotte, NC 284708.7 mi166$68,450,598$365,425$412,353
28469Ocean Isle Beach, NC 2846910.1 mi264$198,024,024$512,500$750,091
28468Sunset Beach, NC 2846812.6 mi209$110,000,044$455,000$526,316
28423Bolton, NC 2842314.2 mi2$375,000$187,500$187,500
28450Lake Waccamaw, NC 2845015.4 mi17$7,495,181$400,000$440,893
28442Hallsboro, NC 2844217.9 mi2$439,900$219,950$219,950
28463Tabor City, NC 2846318.3 mi28$8,122,436$240,000$290,087
29582North Myrtle Beach, SC 2958220.4 mi1,003$523,472,721$409,900$521,907
28451Leland, NC 2845122.5 mi493$248,254,094$435,500$503,558
28465Oak Island, NC 2846523.7 mi245$203,836,570$709,950$831,986
28479Winnabow, NC 2847925.5 mi85$33,415,455$365,000$393,123
28434Council, NC 2843427.2 mi2$350,000$175,000$175,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ASH, NC 28420?

As of January 2026, there are 59 active listings in ASH, NC (zip code 28420), compared to 64 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ASH, NC 28420?

The median listing price in ASH, NC 28420 is $335,880 as of January 2026, a 1.8% increase from $329,823 the prior year.

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

Homes in ASH, NC 28420 spend an average of 227 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 99 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ASH, NC 28420?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ASH, NC 28420 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 227 days on market compared to 99 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ASH, NC 28420 save an estimated $6,718 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $335,880. 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.