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Arrowhead Marquis Hills

WILMINGTON, NC 28412

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28412

Arrowhead · Marquis Hills

Market Analysis

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

The WILMINGTON, NC real estate market (28412) currently shows 294 active listings, with 110 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.6% year-over-year, from $456,125 to $458,675.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 42,122  ·  Density: 730.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,850

Typical home value: $308,767  ·  Homeownership: 58.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
294
⇧ 10.5% vs 266 last year
Pending
110
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$458,675
⇧ 0.6% vs $456,125 last year
Average Price
$537,978
⇧ 6.3% vs $506,152 last year
Days on Market
48
⇩ 37.7% vs 77 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$248
⇩ 2.7% vs $255/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,802 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 294 this year vs 266 last year
  • Days on market: 48 now vs 77 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $458,675 (+0.6% YoY)
  • Average: $537,978 (+6.3% 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 31.2 miles — 2,188 listings ($1,379,631,601 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28412Wilmington, NC 284120.0 mi271$140,937,073$459,900$520,063
28479Winnabow, NC 284796.1 mi85$33,415,455$365,000$393,123
28428Carolina Beach, NC 284286.6 mi213$153,171,921$642,500$719,117
28405Wilmington, NC 284059.5 mi131$112,873,530$441,250$861,630
28401Wilmington, NC 2840111.3 mi177$75,803,259$359,380$428,267
28461Southport, NC 2846113.4 mi386$290,134,198$509,500$751,643
28429Castle Hayne, NC 2842914.5 mi80$47,941,920$499,995$599,274
28465Oak Island, NC 2846518.4 mi245$203,836,570$709,950$831,986
28457Rocky Point, NC 2845722.5 mi43$18,581,805$460,000$432,135
28443Hampstead, NC 2844326.7 mi276$186,793,764$525,000$676,789
28425Burgaw, NC 2842529.5 mi56$24,202,192$398,750$432,182
28470Shallotte, NC 2847029.9 mi166$68,450,598$365,425$412,353
28420Ash, NC 2842031.2 mi59$23,489,316$335,880$398,124

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, NC 28412?

As of February 2026, there are 294 active listings in WILMINGTON, NC (zip code 28412), compared to 266 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, NC 28412?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, NC 28412 is $458,675 as of February 2026, a 0.6% increase from $456,125 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILMINGTON, NC 28412 spend an average of 48 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 77 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILMINGTON, NC 28412?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WILMINGTON, NC 28412 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 77 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 28412 save an estimated $9,174 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $458,675. 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.