New - 1 hour on Rocket
$2,789 Closing Credit¹
#100490019, Listing Office: eXp Realty
Wilmington Housing Market Report January 2025•New Hanover County, North Carolina
Housing Prices in Wilmington, NC
How much do homes in Wilmington, NC cost?
Housing Market Conditions
Is Wilmington, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Seller'sMarket
Buyer'sMarket
Wilmington is a Seller's Market
Difference Since January 2024
Since last year, Wilmington has remained a Seller's Market.
Insight
Wilmington is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Median Sold Price
$432,035$245/SqFt
+$22,119
+5.4%
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months
Insight
Homes in Wilmington have sold for 5.4% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Wilmington was $432,035 in January 2025, up 5.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $245.
Median Sold Price By Cities
| City | Jan 2024 | Jan 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrightsville Beach | $1.3M | $1.6M | +25.7% |
| Masonboro Township | $410K | $446.8K | +9.0% |
| Wilmington | $409.9K | $432K | +5.4% |
| Wilmington Township | $409.8K | $431.7K | +5.3% |
| Harnett Township | $452.6K | $450.6K | -0.4% |
Median Sold Price By Bedrooms
| Beds | Jan 2024 | Jan 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Bedroom | $310K | $308.5K | -0.5% |
| 22 Bedrooms | $274.4K | $276.8K | +0.9% |
| 33 Bedrooms | $381.4K | $395K | +3.6% |
| 44 Bedrooms | $557.5K | $599.9K | +7.6% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | $739.5K | $715K | -3.3% |
Summary: Wilmington housing price by bedroom type for January 2025, compared to the previous year. The home price for 1 bedroom homes decreased by -0.5%. The home price for 2 bedroom homes increased by +0.9%. The home price for 3 bedroom homes increased by +3.6%. The home price for 4 bedroom homes increased by +7.6%. The home price for 5 bedroom homes decreased by -3.3%.
Housing supply in Wilmington, NC
How many homes are available in Wilmington, NC?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 1,088Last MonthJan 2025 | ||
| 1,0872 months agoDec 2024 | 0.1 % Change MoMDec – Jan |
Summary: The Wilmington real estate market had 1,088 homes for sale in Jan 2025, a .1 % decrease compared to Dec 2024.
Number of Homes Sold
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 223Last MonthJan 2025 | ||
| 2812 months agoDec 2024 | -20.6 % Change MoMDec – Jan |
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| Beds | Dec 2024 | Jan 2025 | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Bedroom | 35 | 34 | -2.9% |
| 22 Bedrooms | 170 | 175 | +2.9% |
| 33 Bedrooms | 509 | 499 | -2.0% |
| 44 Bedrooms | 282 | 295 | +4.6% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | 91 | 85 | -6.6% |
Summary: Wilmington housing inventory by bedroom type for January 2025, compared to the previous month. The inventory for 1 bedroom homes decreased by -2.9%. The inventory for 2 bedroom homes increased by +2.9%. The inventory for 3 bedroom homes decreased by -2.0%. The inventory for 4 bedroom homes increased by +4.6%. The inventory for 5 bedroom homes decreased by -6.6%.
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
How much do homes in Wilmington, NC cost?
Over Asking Price26 Homes
At Asking Price46 Homes
Under Asking Price151 Homes
Insight
If you're buying a home in Wilmington, you may be able to get a good deal. 67.7% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 223 homes were sold or pending in Wilmington in January 2025, down by 20.6% month-over-month. Of the 223 sold homes, 68% were sold under asking, 21% were sold at asking, and and 12% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Wilmington, NC
How long does it take to sell a home in Wilmington, NC?
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
Under 30 Days110 Homes
30 – 90 Days68 Homes
Over 90 Days45 Homes
Insight
Many homes in Wilmington are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During January 2025, 223 homes were sold in Wilmington; 49% of homes were sold within 30 days, 30% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 20% of homes were sold over 90 days.
Average Sale Time
| This Year | 1 year ago | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|
| 52 DaysThis YearJan 2025 | ||
| 49 Days1 year agoJan 2024 | +7.3 % Change YoYJan 2024 – Jan 2025 |
Summary: Homes in Wilmington had an average listing age of 52 days in Jan 2025, up by 7.3% compared to the previous year.
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Newest Listings in Wilmington, NC
What homes are available in Wilmington, NC?
New - 1 hour on Rocket
$3,706 Closing Credit¹
#100490016, Listing Office: D.R. Horton, Inc
New - 1 hour on Rocket
$2,120 Closing Credit¹
#100490011, Listing Office: Select Premium Properties Inc.
New - 2 hours on Rocket
$3,194 Closing Credit¹
#100489986, Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
New - 2 hours on Rocket
$5,332 Closing Credit¹
#100489984, Listing Office: Dunn & Associates
New - 3 hours on Rocket
$1,959 Closing Credit¹
#100489974, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
New - 4 hours on Rocket
$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#100489955, Listing Office: Intracoastal Realty Corp
New - 4 hours on Rocket
$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#100489957, Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
New - 4 hours on Rocket
$1,839 Closing Credit¹
#100489948, Listing Office: Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
New - 4 hours on Rocket
$1,839 Closing Credit¹
#100489943, Listing Office: Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
New - 4 hours on Rocket
$3,443 Closing Credit¹
#100489939, Listing Office: Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
New - 5 hours on Rocket
$8,016 Closing Credit¹
#100489929, Listing Office: Intracoastal Realty Corp
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