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ATKINSON, NC 28421

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇩ 50% vs 6 last year
Pending
1
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,148,750
⇧ 151.8% vs $456,250 last year
Average Price
$1,148,750
⇧ 196.4% vs $387,503 last year
Days on Market
169
⇧ 181.7% vs 60 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,047  ·  Density: 14.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,203

Typical home value: $110,013  ·  Homeownership: 78.0%

Market Analysis

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

The ATKINSON, NC real estate market (28421) currently shows 3 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 169 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 169 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 151.8% year-over-year, from $456,250 to $1,148,750.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 169 now vs 60 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,148,750 (+151.8% YoY)
  • Average: $1,148,750 (+196.4% 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 28.2 miles — 1,038 listings ($591,012,050 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28421Atkinson, NC 284210.0 mi3$3,446,250$1,148,750$1,148,750
28435Currie, NC 284358.5 mi6$6,497,880$565,000$1,082,980
28456Riegelwood, NC 2845612.0 mi7$2,140,719$322,500$305,817
28425Burgaw, NC 2842515.9 mi56$24,202,192$398,750$432,182
28457Rocky Point, NC 2845718.3 mi43$18,581,805$460,000$432,135
28401Wilmington, NC 2840119.9 mi177$75,803,259$359,380$428,267
28451Leland, NC 2845120.3 mi493$248,254,094$435,500$503,558
28458Rose Hill, NC 2845821.3 mi7$1,707,769$265,000$243,967
28441Garland, NC 2844123.6 mi6$1,350,000$205,000$225,000
28450Lake Waccamaw, NC 2845024.7 mi17$7,495,181$400,000$440,893
28433Clarkton, NC 2843325.6 mi19$5,545,891$250,000$291,889
28411Wilmington, NC 2841126.7 mi202$195,547,110$609,706$968,055
28442Hallsboro, NC 2844228.2 mi2$439,900$219,950$219,950

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ATKINSON, NC 28421?

As of January 2026, there are 3 active listings in ATKINSON, NC (zip code 28421), compared to 6 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ATKINSON, NC 28421?

The median listing price in ATKINSON, NC 28421 is $1,148,750 as of January 2026, a 151.8% increase from $456,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in ATKINSON, NC 28421 spend an average of 169 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 60 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ATKINSON, NC 28421?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ATKINSON, NC 28421 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 169 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ATKINSON, NC 28421 save an estimated $22,975 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,148,750. 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.