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Wrightsboro Acres

CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28429

Wrightsboro Acres

Market Analysis

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

The CASTLE HAYNE, NC real estate market (28429) currently shows 86 active listings, with 35 pending sales. Homes are averaging 63 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 63 days on market compared to 95 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.1% year-over-year, from $516,000 to $499,748.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 8,597  ·  Density: 83.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,227

Typical home value: $195,865  ·  Homeownership: 84.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
86
⇩ 6.5% vs 92 last year
Pending
35
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$499,748
⇩ 3.1% vs $516,000 last year
Average Price
$607,854
⇧ 0.9% vs $602,557 last year
Days on Market
63
⇩ 33.7% vs 95 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$237
⇩ 5.6% vs $251/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,308 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 86 this year vs 92 last year
  • Days on market: 63 now vs 95 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $499,748 (-3.1% YoY)
  • Average: $607,854 (+0.9% 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 27.1 miles — 1,976 listings ($1,398,051,195 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28429Castle Hayne, NC 284290.0 mi80$47,941,920$499,995$599,274
28405Wilmington, NC 284055.7 mi131$112,873,530$441,250$861,630
28457Rocky Point, NC 284578.1 mi43$18,581,805$460,000$432,135
28480Wrightsville Beach, NC 2848010.4 mi46$80,526,588$1,675,000$1,750,578
28409Wilmington, NC 2840913.2 mi166$163,687,620$569,600$986,070
28412Wilmington, NC 2841214.5 mi271$140,937,073$459,900$520,063
28443Hampstead, NC 2844315.4 mi276$186,793,764$525,000$676,789
28421Atkinson, NC 2842120.1 mi3$3,446,250$1,148,750$1,148,750
28478Willard, NC 2847822.3 mi8$2,226,136$264,900$278,267
28445Holly Ridge, NC 2844524.8 mi227$196,261,022$725,000$864,586
28422Bolivia, NC 2842226.4 mi277$123,224,835$375,000$444,855
28466Wallace, NC 2846627.0 mi62$31,416,454$474,900$506,717
28461Southport, NC 2846127.1 mi386$290,134,198$509,500$751,643

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429?

As of February 2026, there are 86 active listings in CASTLE HAYNE, NC (zip code 28429), compared to 92 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429?

The median listing price in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 is $499,748 as of February 2026, a 3.1% decrease from $516,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 spend an average of 63 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 95 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 63 days on market compared to 95 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 save an estimated $9,995 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $499,748. 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.