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CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428

Real Estate Market Report  ·  New Hanover County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
213
⇧ 23.8% vs 172 last year
Pending
32
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$642,500
⇩ 5.3% vs $678,125 last year
Average Price
$719,117
⇩ 3.9% vs $748,461 last year
Days on Market
100
⇧ 19% vs 84 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,949  ·  Density: 519.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $87,330

Typical home value: $444,231  ·  Homeownership: 75.1%

Market Analysis

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

The CAROLINA BEACH, NC real estate market (28428) currently shows 213 active listings, with 32 pending sales. Homes are averaging 100 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 84 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.3% year-over-year, from $678,125 to $642,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 213 this year vs 172 last year
  • Days on market: 100 now vs 84 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $642,500 (-5.3% YoY)
  • Average: $719,117 (-3.9% 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 36.0 miles — 1,984 listings ($1,213,803,004 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28428Carolina Beach, NC 284280.0 mi213$153,171,921$642,500$719,117
28412Wilmington, NC 284126.6 mi271$140,937,073$459,900$520,063
28409Wilmington, NC 284098.2 mi166$163,687,620$569,600$986,070
28403Wilmington, NC 2840312.8 mi125$80,951,375$390,000$647,611
28465Oak Island, NC 2846514.1 mi245$203,836,570$709,950$831,986
28422Bolivia, NC 2842216.9 mi277$123,224,835$375,000$444,855
28451Leland, NC 2845117.9 mi493$248,254,094$435,500$503,558
28429Castle Hayne, NC 2842921.0 mi80$47,941,920$499,995$599,274
28435Currie, NC 2843528.3 mi6$6,497,880$565,000$1,082,980
28457Rocky Point, NC 2845729.0 mi43$18,581,805$460,000$432,135
28456Riegelwood, NC 2845632.1 mi7$2,140,719$322,500$305,817
28423Bolton, NC 2842332.9 mi2$375,000$187,500$187,500
28425Burgaw, NC 2842536.0 mi56$24,202,192$398,750$432,182

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428?

As of January 2026, there are 213 active listings in CAROLINA BEACH, NC (zip code 28428), compared to 172 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428?

The median listing price in CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428 is $642,500 as of January 2026, a 5.3% decrease from $678,125 the prior year.

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

Homes in CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428 spend an average of 100 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 84 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 84 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428 save an estimated $12,850 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $642,500. 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.