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CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
80
⇩ 11.1% vs 90 last year
Pending
35
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$499,995
⇩ 5.8% vs $530,950 last year
Average Price
$599,274
⇩ 0.2% vs $600,341 last year
Days on Market
84
⇧ 1.2% vs 83 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,597  ·  Density: 83.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,227

Typical home value: $195,865  ·  Homeownership: 84.3%

Market Analysis

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

The CASTLE HAYNE, NC real estate market (28429) currently shows 80 active listings, with 35 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.8% year-over-year, from $530,950 to $499,995.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 80 this year vs 90 last year
  • Days on market: 84 now vs 83 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $499,995 (-5.8% YoY)
  • Average: $599,274 (-0.2% 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 27.1 miles — 1,976 listings ($1,398,051,195 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28429Castle Hayne, NC 284290.0 mi80$47,941,920$499,995$599,274
28405Wilmington, NC 284055.7 mi131$112,873,530$441,250$861,630
28457Rocky Point, NC 284578.1 mi43$18,581,805$460,000$432,135
28480Wrightsville Beach, NC 2848010.4 mi46$80,526,588$1,675,000$1,750,578
28409Wilmington, NC 2840913.2 mi166$163,687,620$569,600$986,070
28412Wilmington, NC 2841214.5 mi271$140,937,073$459,900$520,063
28443Hampstead, NC 2844315.4 mi276$186,793,764$525,000$676,789
28421Atkinson, NC 2842120.1 mi3$3,446,250$1,148,750$1,148,750
28478Willard, NC 2847822.3 mi8$2,226,136$264,900$278,267
28445Holly Ridge, NC 2844524.8 mi227$196,261,022$725,000$864,586
28422Bolivia, NC 2842226.4 mi277$123,224,835$375,000$444,855
28466Wallace, NC 2846627.0 mi62$31,416,454$474,900$506,717
28461Southport, NC 2846127.1 mi386$290,134,198$509,500$751,643

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429?

As of January 2026, there are 80 active listings in CASTLE HAYNE, NC (zip code 28429), compared to 90 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429?

The median listing price in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 is $499,995 as of January 2026, a 5.8% decrease from $530,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 spend an average of 84 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 83 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 save an estimated $10,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $499,995. 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.