“All I can say is " what a find " in regards to having the opportunity to meet Jeff Lesley & his team. My wife & I have purchased our fair share of homes over the years & worked with quite a few realtors. But, we must say that this home purchase was the smoothest, easiest, home purchase yet. Jeff & his team of Ashli, Hannah, & Brenna all assisted in making this the most painless process ever. Always there when we had questions, never questioned any moves that we wanted to make in negotiations, our needs were first & foremost in this process. Ashli & Jeff were with us all the way til the end. If we ever make another purchase in the area that Jeff & his team covers we will undoubtbly use their services. Actually, they are looking into a lot for us to purchase. This team comes highly recommened from The McFadden Family. PS - And the family culture that they possess doesnt stop after your settlement, they throw some very cool gatherings! Thank you again Jeff Lesley & team”
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Hampstead real estate Market Report.
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Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
May 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Hampstead
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Hampstead
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Hampstead
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Hampstead
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Hampstead
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Hampstead
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (May 2026 - Jul 2026).
Inventory in Hampstead has expanded notably in this rolling three-month view, with active listings up sharply year over year and now totaling 195. Homes sold have also surged compared with a year ago, indicating that buyers are actively absorbing the added supply. New listings are entering the market at a much faster pace than last year, even with a recent month-to-month dip, helping keep options plentiful.
Prices are adjusting to these conditions, with the typical home value down significantly from a year earlier and the median list price also trending lower year over year. Despite this, the average sale-to-list ratio is still near 99 percent, showing that homes are generally selling close to their asking prices. A little over one in five sales are closing above list, a higher share than last year but down from early 2026, suggesting that bidding pressure is more selective.
Timing has shifted noticeably, as the median days on market has lengthened to 82 days, far higher than a year ago and up from this spring. Months of supply sits around 3.3, which, together with a seller’s market gauge reading, points to conditions that still lean toward sellers even as buyers gain more breathing room. With contract activity and pricing both in flux, Agent Pronto can connect buyers and sellers with an agent who understands Hampstead’s evolving trends and can guide their next move with confidence.
Learn more about what Hampstead has to offer.
Hampstead offers residents a friendly, family‑oriented community with scenic outdoors, solid schools, and a welcoming mix of parks, dining, and local events that foster a high quality of life.
Hampstead offers a quieter coastal lifestyle than nearby Wilmington, while still keeping beaches, shopping, and dining within easy reach. Known as the “Seafood Capital,” this community stretches along the Intracoastal Waterway, with easy access to Topsail Beach and a strong connection to boating and fishing culture.
Families are drawn to Hampstead for its schools and everyday convenience. The Pender County Schools serving the area are a major draw, and you will find youth sports, church groups, and neighborhood activities that make it easy to get involved. Outdoor time is part of daily life, whether it is launching a kayak at Hampstead Kiwanis Park, hitting the fairways at local golf courses, or exploring nearby Holly Shelter Game Land.
Local businesses give Hampstead its personality. Seafood markets, casual spots like Jebby’s on 17, and coffee stops such as The Daily Grind bring residents together. You will also find convenient retail and services along the Highway 17 corridor, with larger-city options in Jacksonville and Surf City close enough for commuting or weekend outings.
Whether you are planning to move in, move up, or move on, timing and preparation matter in Hampstead’s competitive market. Agent Pronto can connect you with a local real estate expert who understands current trends and helps both buyers and sellers make confident decisions.
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“Exceptional Realtor and Advocate We could not have asked for a better realtor to help us purchase our new home and sell our townhome. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive, attentive, and always available to support us throughout the entire process. She did an outstanding job representing us and was truly our advocate every step of the way. She listened to what was important to us, provided thoughtful guidance, and made sure our interests were always well represented. Her professionalism, knowledge, and commitment gave us tremendous confidence during what can be a very stressful process. We always felt that we had someone in our corner who genuinely cared about helping us find the right home and making the experience as smooth as possible. We are so grateful for everything she did and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home.”
“Judy had our house listed and under contract within 72 hours. Very knowledgeable of the local market and very good at helping a first time seller navigate the process. Would use her again.”
“We truly had the best experience working with Liz! She was responsive, knowledgeable, and always went above and beyond for us. She made buying our home so easy and stress-free, and we always felt like she had our best interests at heart. She communicated every step of the way with us, checking in with any update no matter how big or small. We couldn’t recommend her more!”
“I couldn’t be happier with the experience of selling my home with Nichole! From day one, her professionalism and communication made the process completely stress-free. She guided my wife and I through every detail and negotiated a final sale price that exceeded our expectations. If you want a knowledgeable, proactive, and genuinely caring agent, look no further than her! She is the best there is!”
“Chris is a truly exceptional sales professional as well as an honest and reliable realtor. I have recommended him to neighbors . I appreciated his above and beyond service as much as his low stress and friendly manner .”
“Anthony Love showed superior knowledge of the market and got me asking price for my home! He's one of the best agents that I've ever worked with and I will be using him again!”
“We are so glad that we found Anna Hurst! All thanks to your service, we might not have ever known about her.”
“From start to finish, Pam was friendly, professional, great communicator, patient, and knowledgeable of the complete process. Pam listened to our needs and wants and strived to help us find a new home that was a perfect new start.”
“Neil is great! He is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. I will definitely refer him to anyone that asks if I know a local agent.”
“Liz was my saving grace in a chaotic journey of selling my house. She was patient, communicative, and worked hard with marketing and communication with buyers agents. She was a recommendation of a friend who I have thanked 10000 times. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.”
“Ms. Dysinger has spent a great deal of time during the last 6 months on the phone and or texting me to keep me informed as to the sale of my property in Scotland County, NC. She has maintained a professional attitude that I find lacking today in America. I would have no hesitation in contacting her should I have need of buying or selling property in North Carolina!”
“Nic was a pleasure to work with! He kept us up to date on all issues, returned calls, texts, and emails very promptly. Well Done Nic!”
“Josh was a pleasure to work with. He is very knowledgeable in his field and always available. I would consider him a good friend at this point!”
“Bea Desmond was exceptional! Extremely knowledgeable about the market, always responsive to the many questions we had & always the utmost professional! We could not have asked for a better agent.”
“Oscar was great to deal. I will use him to buy my next home.”
“Terri i Parrish is no longer my Realtor....she is my friend! She "held my hand" through a difficult process for me as I am older and not as strong as I have been. She brought me coffee on the days the gas had been stopped and not restarted. She helped me move my belongings to storage! She returned every one of my frantic calls and soothed my concerns. She made sure every i was dotted and t crossed on every document. I must say that if one needs compassion in a Realtor and skills to sell, call Terri. I have one more to sell and she will be the listing agent!”
“Me & my husband were so nervous to buy a house for the first time, but Kim made it so easy & simple. She helped us every step of the way! We appreciate her so much for helping us find our perfect home.”
“Dave Robertson was very patient and got the job done! He was very positive and professional throughout this experience!”
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