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WILLARD, NC 28478

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Pender County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The WILLARD, NC real estate market (28478) currently shows 4 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 26 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 45.4% year-over-year, from $264,000 to $383,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 4,424  ·  Density: 13.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,680

Typical home value: $156,734  ·  Homeownership: 86.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇩ 66.7% vs 12 last year
Pending
1
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$383,950
⇧ 45.4% vs $264,000 last year
Average Price
$429,608
⇧ 25.9% vs $341,360 last year
Days on Market
26
⇩ 43.5% vs 46 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$251
⇧ 11.6% vs $225/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,702 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 26 now vs 46 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $383,950 (+45.4% YoY)
  • Average: $429,608 (+25.9% 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
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 28.0 miles — 481 listings ($277,363,848 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28478Willard, NC 284780.0 mi3$878,850$292,950$292,950
28425Burgaw, NC 284259.8 mi55$23,441,605$397,500$426,211
28421Atkinson, NC 2842111.3 mi2$2,173,500$1,086,750$1,086,750
28447Ivanhoe, NC 2844712.6 mi1$699,000$699,000$699,000
28457Rocky Point, NC 2845716.3 mi35$16,087,715$467,475$459,649
28453Magnolia, NC 2845316.7 mi5$1,193,500$219,950$238,700
28454Maple Hill, NC 2845422.2 mi16$5,519,616$331,223$344,976
28456Riegelwood, NC 2845623.2 mi6$1,835,220$300,000$305,870
28398Warsaw, NC 2839824.3 mi24$6,721,992$225,500$280,083
28349Kenansville, NC 2834924.5 mi6$1,932,402$312,500$322,067
28401Wilmington, NC 2840124.6 mi181$75,225,953$350,000$415,613
28434Council, NC 2843427.3 mi2$275,000$137,500$137,500
28405Wilmington, NC 2840528.0 mi145$141,379,495$488,225$975,031

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILLARD, NC 28478?

As of March 2026, there are 4 active listings in WILLARD, NC (zip code 28478), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILLARD, NC 28478?

The median listing price in WILLARD, NC 28478 is $383,950 as of March 2026, a 45.4% increase from $264,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILLARD, NC 28478 spend an average of 26 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 46 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILLARD, NC 28478?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WILLARD, NC 28478 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WILLARD, NC 28478 save an estimated $7,679 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $383,950. 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.