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SOUTHPORT, NC 28461

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

Market Analysis

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

The SOUTHPORT, NC real estate market (28461) currently shows 432 active listings, with 125 pending sales. Homes are averaging 94 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 58 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 84 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.1% year-over-year, from $511,725 to $547,930.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 22,255  ·  Density: 113.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $77,470

Typical home value: $355,797  ·  Homeownership: 84.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
432
⇧ 15.5% vs 374 last year
Pending
125
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$547,930
⇧ 7.1% vs $511,725 last year
Average Price
$761,968
⇧ 6.1% vs $718,268 last year
Days on Market
94
⇧ 11.9% vs 84 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$266
⇩ 2.6% vs $273/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,950 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 432 this year vs 374 last year
  • Days on market: 94 now vs 84 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $547,930 (+7.1% YoY)
  • Average: $761,968 (+6.1% 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 31.9 miles — 1,547 listings ($1,158,121,230 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28461Southport, NC 284610.0 mi386$290,134,198$509,500$751,643
28449Kure Beach, NC 284496.5 mi55$55,299,090$865,000$1,005,438
28428Carolina Beach, NC 284289.1 mi213$153,171,921$642,500$719,117
28412Wilmington, NC 2841213.4 mi271$140,937,073$459,900$520,063
28409Wilmington, NC 2840916.3 mi166$163,687,620$569,600$986,070
28403Wilmington, NC 2840319.9 mi125$80,951,375$390,000$647,611
28480Wrightsville Beach, NC 2848022.1 mi46$80,526,588$1,675,000$1,750,578
28405Wilmington, NC 2840522.8 mi131$112,873,530$441,250$861,630
28420Ash, NC 2842025.4 mi59$23,489,316$335,880$398,124
28429Castle Hayne, NC 2842927.1 mi80$47,941,920$499,995$599,274
28452Longwood, NC 2845229.4 mi2$470,000$235,000$235,000
28435Currie, NC 2843531.0 mi6$6,497,880$565,000$1,082,980
28456Riegelwood, NC 2845631.9 mi7$2,140,719$322,500$305,817

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SOUTHPORT, NC 28461?

As of February 2026, there are 432 active listings in SOUTHPORT, NC (zip code 28461), compared to 374 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SOUTHPORT, NC 28461?

The median listing price in SOUTHPORT, NC 28461 is $547,930 as of February 2026, a 7.1% increase from $511,725 the prior year.

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

Homes in SOUTHPORT, NC 28461 spend an average of 94 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 84 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SOUTHPORT, NC 28461?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, SOUTHPORT, NC 28461 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 58 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 84 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SOUTHPORT, NC 28461 save an estimated $10,959 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $547,930. 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.