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OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469

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

Market Analysis

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

The OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC real estate market (28469) currently shows 271 active listings, with 74 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 50 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.3% year-over-year, from $544,900 to $488,699.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 8,828  ·  Density: 132.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $83,071

Typical home value: $347,246  ·  Homeownership: 86.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
271
⇧ 22.6% vs 221 last year
Pending
74
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$488,699
⇩ 10.3% vs $544,900 last year
Average Price
$722,023
⇩ 7.4% vs $779,626 last year
Days on Market
78
⇩ 6% vs 83 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$272
⇩ 9.9% vs $302/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,778 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 271 this year vs 221 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 83 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $488,699 (-10.3% YoY)
  • Average: $722,023 (-7.4% 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 28.4 miles — 3,044 listings ($1,480,252,185 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28469Ocean Isle Beach, NC 284690.0 mi264$198,024,024$512,500$750,091
28470Shallotte, NC 284704.7 mi166$68,450,598$365,425$412,353
28452Longwood, NC 284526.6 mi2$470,000$235,000$235,000
28462Supply, NC 2846210.6 mi196$149,876,496$599,498$764,676
29582North Myrtle Beach, SC 2958212.8 mi1,003$523,472,721$409,900$521,907
29568Longs, SC 2956816.3 mi492$176,917,296$338,000$359,588
28463Tabor City, NC 2846321.2 mi28$8,122,436$240,000$290,087
29572Myrtle Beach, SC 2957221.7 mi725$296,347,375$272,000$408,755
28423Bolton, NC 2842324.1 mi2$375,000$187,500$187,500
28450Lake Waccamaw, NC 2845025.3 mi17$7,495,181$400,000$440,893
29578Myrtle Beach, SC 2957825.7 mi1$194,900$194,900$194,900
28472Whiteville, NC 2847228.0 mi63$17,090,703$255,000$271,281
28479Winnabow, NC 2847928.4 mi85$33,415,455$365,000$393,123

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469?

As of February 2026, there are 271 active listings in OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC (zip code 28469), compared to 221 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469?

The median listing price in OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469 is $488,699 as of February 2026, a 10.3% decrease from $544,900 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC?

Homes in OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 83 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 50 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469 save an estimated $9,774 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $488,699. 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.