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LAKE WACCAMAW, NC 28450

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇧ 21.4% vs 14 last year
Pending
5
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$400,000
⇩ 32.5% vs $592,500 last year
Average Price
$440,893
⇩ 18% vs $537,762 last year
Days on Market
106
⇧ 32.5% vs 80 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,078  ·  Density: 13.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,667

Typical home value: $254,885  ·  Homeownership: 81.5%

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE WACCAMAW, NC real estate market (28450) currently shows 17 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 106 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 106 days on market compared to 80 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 32.5% year-over-year, from $592,500 to $400,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 14 last year
  • Days on market: 106 now vs 80 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $400,000 (-32.5% YoY)
  • Average: $440,893 (-18% 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 25.5 miles — 1,037 listings ($562,482,003 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28450Lake Waccamaw, NC 284500.0 mi17$7,495,181$400,000$440,893
28423Bolton, NC 284236.4 mi2$375,000$187,500$187,500
28434Council, NC 2843412.3 mi2$350,000$175,000$175,000
28455Nakina, NC 2845514.5 mi2$517,800$258,900$258,900
28420Ash, NC 2842015.4 mi59$23,489,316$335,880$398,124
28431Chadbourn, NC 2843118.9 mi20$4,412,860$253,000$220,643
28452Longwood, NC 2845220.4 mi2$470,000$235,000$235,000
28451Leland, NC 2845123.2 mi493$248,254,094$435,500$503,558
28470Shallotte, NC 2847023.9 mi166$68,450,598$365,425$412,353
28435Currie, NC 2843524.1 mi6$6,497,880$565,000$1,082,980
28421Atkinson, NC 2842124.7 mi3$3,446,250$1,148,750$1,148,750
28469Ocean Isle Beach, NC 2846925.3 mi264$198,024,024$512,500$750,091
28447Ivanhoe, NC 2844725.5 mi1$699,000$699,000$699,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE WACCAMAW, NC 28450?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in LAKE WACCAMAW, NC (zip code 28450), compared to 14 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE WACCAMAW, NC 28450?

The median listing price in LAKE WACCAMAW, NC 28450 is $400,000 as of January 2026, a 32.5% decrease from $592,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE WACCAMAW, NC 28450 spend an average of 106 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 80 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE WACCAMAW, NC 28450?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LAKE WACCAMAW, NC 28450 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 106 days on market compared to 80 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAKE WACCAMAW, NC 28450 save an estimated $8,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $400,000. 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.