“I’m grateful for Liz’s support throughout the purchase of my new home! I first connected with her on Instagram about a year ago, before I knew exactly when I would be ready to buy. She was patient and supportive of my timeline, stayed in touch, and worked with me from those initial conversations all the way through closing. Her responsiveness, calm demeanor, and encouragement meant a lot during a process that could feel overwhelming. I especially appreciated her willingness to step in, communicate with the builder, and help work through questions and concerns along the way. She has continued to be an excellent resource after closing, and I truly appreciate her ongoing support. Her check-ins helped me feel more at ease during a major life transition. Thank you, Liz, for the time, care, and effort you put into helping me make my new home a reality!”
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Oak Island real estate Market Report.
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Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Oak Island
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Oak Island
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Oak Island
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Oak Island
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Oak Island
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Oak Island
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Oak Island currently leans toward sellers, with the local gauge reading as a seller’s market. Months of supply has climbed to 5.4, yet conditions still slightly favor those listing their homes. A typical home value of about $583,000 and a median list price near $640,000 frame the overall price picture in this rolling three-month view.
Compared with a year ago, prices have softened, with the typical home value down almost 9 percent while the median list price is down about 4 percent. Inventory has expanded modestly, as active listings are up nearly 3 percent year over year, and homes are taking longer to sell, with median days on market rising to 96, about a 14 percent increase. Buyers also see fewer bidding wars than last year, with only about 3 percent of homes selling above list price and the average sale-to-list ratio holding near 97 percent.
Sales activity shows a mixed picture, with homes sold up roughly 5 percent from a year earlier even as pending sales have slipped about 8 percent and new listings are slightly lower. At the same time, months of supply is up sharply, about 69 percent year over year, signaling more options and a slower pace than in prior periods. Whether you are a buyer looking for value in a cooling price environment or a seller navigating changing demand, Agent Pronto can connect you with a local Oak Island agent who understands these trends.
Learn more about what Oak Island has to offer.
Oak Island offers residents a welcoming coastal community with beautiful beaches, generous outdoor recreation, parks and trails, and a friendly small-town atmosphere.
Oak Island offers a relaxed, residential coastal experience that feels more lived‑in than nearby vacation hotspots like Wilmington or Carolina Beach. Here, year‑round neighbors, second‑home owners, and visitors share the same wide beaches and quiet side streets, creating a community that values both privacy and connection.
Daily life often revolves around the water. Families gather at Middleton Park for concerts and sports, anglers head to the Oak Island Pier, and boaters explore the Intracoastal from local marinas. The Oak Island Golf Club and nearby Southport add more options for dining, shopping, and weekend outings. Locals appreciate practical amenities too, from the Barbee Library to neighborhood restaurants that stay open after the summer crowds thin.
Housing here spans classic cottages, elevated canal homes, and newer construction, whether closer to Boiling Spring Lakes or just steps from the sand. Because demand tracks both lifestyle trends and seasonal interest, timing your move is critical. Inventory, flood mapping, and rental potential can all influence value and competition.
Whether you already call Oak Island home or hope to, connecting early with the right local expert helps you prepare, price, and negotiate with confidence. Agent Pronto can match both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands this coastal market and its timing.
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“After 2 previous agents, contracts with multiple developers, many years tied up with those contracts and nothing to show for it, we contracted with Jeff Lesley. He worked with the developer and negotiated nonrefundable funds when they wanted multiple extensions. Those funds increased as they needed more time. Finally, we closed last week. Thank you Jeff for your persistence and professionalism.”
“Nichole is a true professional. Her knowledge of current markets and local neighborhoods is outstanding and allowed us to receive a maximum return. Nichole was continually responsive to us and answered all questions along the way with not only her recommendations but also alternative paths that could be taken during the sale of our home. We could not have asked for a better experience and so glad Nichole is our realtor!”
“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.”
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“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!”
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