Active Listings
1,510
⇧ 10.3% vs 1,369 last year
Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The New Hanover County, NC real estate market currently shows 1,510 active listings, with 497 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 141 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 73 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 0% year-over-year, from $534,450 to $534,575.
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Population: 229,389 · Density: 600.6/mi² · Median household income: $71,706
Typical home value: $318,759 · Homeownership: 60.7%
Wilmington: 28401, 28402, 28403, 28405, 28406, 28407, 28408, 28409, 28411, 28412
Carolina Beach: 28428
Castle Hayne: 28429
Kure Beach: 28449
Wrightsville Beach: 28480
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.