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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.

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Onslow County real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Onslow County real estate market, updated for March 2026. *

The typical home value in Onslow County is projected to be $303,900 for the month of February. January’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the county to be $305,500—up 1.83% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, state-level data pegged home values at $375,400 in North Carolina for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $371,850 in February.

Onslow County had 392 new listings and 420 listings that went under contract in January, decreasing the area’s total available inventory to 1,093—down 2.93% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further decreased in February.

Of those 1,093 active listings, 21.96% reduced their price in the month of January. The median listing price for homes in Onslow County grew 0.87% from December to January, bringing the current median listing price to $307,950. Based on projected data for February, listing prices may continue to grow.

The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In January 2026, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 76 days, compared to 111 days in January 2025. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be decreasing. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this February.

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Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.

* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.

Learn more about what Onslow County has to offer.

Onslow County offers residents a welcoming mix of outdoor recreation, tight-knit community, and growing opportunities that support families and local businesses.

Onslow County stands apart from nearby coastal communities with its strong military presence, year round outdoor lifestyle, and authentic small town feel. Home to Jacksonville, Camp Lejeune and miles of Atlantic shoreline, the county blends stability and growth in a way that appeals to both long time residents and newcomers.

Waterfront living is a major draw. Families spend weekends along the New River or exploring the sands of North Topsail Beach, while public access points around Topsail Island make coastal recreation part of everyday life. Inland, places like Richlands and Swansboro offer a quieter pace with community events and walkable main streets. Parks such as Onslow Pines Park and the New River Waterfront Park support active lifestyles, while resources like Onslow County Schools and the Onslow County Public Library keep families connected and informed.

The housing market reflects a mix of military moves, long term owners, and investors, which can create both opportunity and competition. Whether you are planning a PCS, looking to upgrade near the water, or preparing to list a long held property, timing and preparation matter. Agent Pronto connects you with a real estate professional who understands Onslow County’s neighborhoods, market cycles, and community life, helping both buyers and sellers move with confidence.

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“The Beth Hines Team came for a pre-listing appointment and gave advice on what we need to do to present the house at listing. We repainted the house and did the improvements to the kitchen cabinet, as well as flooring as recommended. The house went on the market a few days prior to a major snowstorm During the snowstorm, the house was shown twice, and we had an offer to purchase from the second showing. The offer was full price and closed within 45 days. We are very pleased with the results from the Beth Hines team.”

Don Rains · Garner, NC

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RE/MAX Southland II
“Jeff as always. Thank you and your team”

Jeanette Morales · Wilmington, NC

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Century 21 Vanguard
“Anthony was reliable and very informative. He set bookings immediately. Very professional.”

Carol Bardun · Jacksonville, NC

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Century 21 Champion Real Estate
“After Liz spent two years helping us find our ‘unicorn’ home, there was no one else we’d trust to sell our beach house in Surf City. Working with Liz feels like having a close friend in your corner rather than just an agent. She brought the same incredible patience and expert advice to this sale as she did to our purchase. Liz made the whole process feel effortless and kept us confident every step of the way. I’m so grateful for her support—she truly is the best and we would recommend her to anyone we know looking to by or sell.”

Toby Stanfield · Surf City, NC

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Sold Buy the Sea Realty
“Chris Roper was absolutely outstanding and exceeded all of my expectations. As a first-time homeowner, I was unfamiliar with many aspects of the home-buying process, but Chris went above and beyond to guide me every step of the way. He took the time to explain everything clearly, showed incredible patience, and made the entire experience feel manageable and stress-free. I would highly recommend Chris to anyone looking to purchase a home. He is kind, knowledgeable, and truly exceptional at what he does.”

Carol Ann Lydon · Wilmington, NC

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
“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.”

Ellen Honeycutt · Wilmington, NC

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Berkshire Hathaway Carolina Premier Properties
“Kelly Bossman was wonderful to work with. She made herself available for any and all questions and very supportive even when I was 'clueless' about the whole process. Very thankful to have had her at my side!”

Karen S. · Raleigh, NC

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Bossman Real Estate LLC
“I had an amazing experience working with Sherry. From start to finish, she made the home-buying process smooth, stress-free, and even enjoyable. Sherry was knowledgeable, patient, and always quick to answer my questions. Their guidance helped me find the perfect home, and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. I highly recommend Sherry Pitman to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!”

Julie Sisk · North Myrtle Beach, SC

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Century 21 Barefoot Realty
“Judy was very experienced and professional. She was also very personable and friendly, as well as prompt with returning phone calls, text messages, etc.”

Lydia Eggers · Newbern, NC

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Berkshire Hathaway Hometown Realtors
“As a first time home seller, Nichole Boyd expertly guided me through the entire process to a quick and successful sale. I never felt uncomfortable relying on her knowledge and connections, and I cannot overstate how responsive and communicative she was. She went above and beyond what I expected from a realtor, and I will continue to rely on her in the future.”

Nicholas Pence · Harrison, NJ

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Century 21 Champion
“Sue Simpson has been a trusted, proven professional that my wife and I have had the opportunity to work with on three occassions over the past 22 years. I would call no other agent to assist us with the preparation and listing of an unusual size home for the area: one with a unique floor plan and a desirable lot. We very much needed an experienced realtor with precise knowledge of area market trends and home values for this transaction; Sue Simpson was fantastic. Thank you - Scott & Emily Easton PS - It's really hot in Florida.”

Scott Easton · Jacksonville, NC

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Berkshire Hathaway Hometown Realtors
“I highly recommend Pam Wooddell for all your real estate needs. Her expertise, professionalism, and dedication has always exceeded my expectations. She guides one through the process with ease and achieved fantastic results. A top-notch realtor who goes above and beyond for her clients.”

Jessica S · St Petersburg, FL

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Live Oak Real Estate
“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!”

David W. · Raleigh, NC

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Grow Local Realty
“Linda Holland made selling our property a painless experience. Her guidance and help was just what we needed and she went above and beyond to make our sale happen at just the price we asked.”

Willis G. · New Bern, NC

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Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
“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.”

Laverne O. · Leland, NC

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BlueCoast Realty Corporation
“We absolutely loved working with Valerie Maat! She is the most knowledgeable, patient woman I have ever met. Old people purchasing from out of state, we had at least a million questions. She picked out the perfect home on the perfect location for us. She worked so hard late at night and early morning with helping us negotiate anything we needed her for. We will recommend her to anyone looking for a home!”

Andrea V. · Goldsboro, NC

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1st Class Real Estate Legacy Partners
“Oscar was great to deal. I will use him to buy my next home.”

Randy Litchfield · Wilmington, NC

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Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Carolina Premier Properties
“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!”

Arline Brex · Wilmington, NC

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The Jason Mitchell Group Jason Mitchell Real Estate
“The Overman Group is phenomenal!”

Bill N. · Winston-Salem, NC

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Allen Tate
“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.”

Perla Vasquez · Richlands, NC

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Realty One Group Affinity

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