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CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428

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

Market Analysis

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

The CAROLINA BEACH, NC real estate market (28428) currently shows 253 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.6% year-over-year, from $679,000 to $654,700.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
253
⇧ 11% vs 228 last year
Pending
38
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$654,700
⇩ 3.6% vs $679,000 last year
Average Price
$734,958
⇩ 1.4% vs $745,675 last year
Days on Market
67
⇧ 15.5% vs 58 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$472
⇧ 1.9% vs $463/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,403 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 253 this year vs 228 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $654,700 (-3.6% YoY)
  • Average: $734,958 (-1.4% 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
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 36.0 miles — 2,128 listings ($1,334,817,510 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28428Carolina Beach, NC 284280.0 mi224$167,743,296$649,875$748,854
28412Wilmington, NC 284126.6 mi294$158,165,532$458,675$537,978
28409Wilmington, NC 284098.2 mi175$178,108,525$597,225$1,017,763
28403Wilmington, NC 2840312.8 mi134$90,848,248$398,625$677,972
28465Oak Island, NC 2846514.1 mi265$223,470,525$722,500$843,285
28422Bolivia, NC 2842216.9 mi286$126,768,642$372,291$443,247
28451Leland, NC 2845117.9 mi562$289,912,758$447,316$515,859
28429Castle Hayne, NC 2842921.0 mi86$52,275,444$499,748$607,854
28435Currie, NC 2843528.3 mi4$5,790,000$650,000$1,447,500
28457Rocky Point, NC 2845729.0 mi35$16,087,715$467,475$459,649
28456Riegelwood, NC 2845632.1 mi6$1,835,220$300,000$305,870
28423Bolton, NC 2842332.9 mi2$370,000$185,000$185,000
28425Burgaw, NC 2842536.0 mi55$23,441,605$397,500$426,211

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 253 active listings in CAROLINA BEACH, NC (zip code 28428), compared to 228 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428 is $654,700 as of March 2026, a 3.6% decrease from $679,000 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 67 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 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 March 2026, CAROLINA BEACH, NC 28428 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 58 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 $13,094 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $654,700. 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.