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WILMINGTON, NC 28411

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28411

Brandywine · Ocean View · Porters Neck Plantation · Queens Point · Shell Bank · Treasure Cove

Market Analysis

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

The WILMINGTON, NC real estate market (28411) currently shows 207 active listings, with 90 pending sales. Homes are averaging 54 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 20 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 54 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.8% year-over-year, from $623,475 to $659,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 36,536  ·  Density: 342.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $91,121

Typical home value: $327,823  ·  Homeownership: 76.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
207
⇧ 10.7% vs 187 last year
Pending
90
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$659,450
⇧ 5.8% vs $623,475 last year
Average Price
$1,028,108
⇧ 13.5% vs $905,754 last year
Days on Market
54
⇧ 42.1% vs 38 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$272
⇧ 2.3% vs $266/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,463 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 207 this year vs 187 last year
  • Days on market: 54 now vs 38 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $659,450 (+5.8% YoY)
  • Average: $1,028,108 (+13.5% 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 30.3 miles — 1,483 listings ($1,153,997,079 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28411Wilmington, NC 284110.0 mi202$195,547,110$609,706$968,055
28480Wrightsville Beach, NC 284805.9 mi46$80,526,588$1,675,000$1,750,578
28403Wilmington, NC 284037.4 mi125$80,951,375$390,000$647,611
28409Wilmington, NC 2840911.1 mi166$163,687,620$569,600$986,070
28443Hampstead, NC 2844313.0 mi276$186,793,764$525,000$676,789
28425Burgaw, NC 2842518.9 mi56$24,202,192$398,750$432,182
28479Winnabow, NC 2847919.1 mi85$33,415,455$365,000$393,123
28435Currie, NC 2843519.8 mi6$6,497,880$565,000$1,082,980
28449Kure Beach, NC 2844923.4 mi55$55,299,090$865,000$1,005,438
28454Maple Hill, NC 2845426.7 mi11$3,384,634$332,173$307,694
28461Southport, NC 2846127.1 mi386$290,134,198$509,500$751,643
28456Riegelwood, NC 2845628.9 mi7$2,140,719$322,500$305,817
28466Wallace, NC 2846630.3 mi62$31,416,454$474,900$506,717

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, NC 28411?

As of February 2026, there are 207 active listings in WILMINGTON, NC (zip code 28411), compared to 187 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, NC 28411?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, NC 28411 is $659,450 as of February 2026, a 5.8% increase from $623,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILMINGTON, NC 28411 spend an average of 54 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 38 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILMINGTON, NC 28411?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WILMINGTON, NC 28411 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 20 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 54 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WILMINGTON, NC 28411 save an estimated $13,189 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $659,450. 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.