“Jeff as always. Thank you and your team”
Century 21 Vanguard
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Jeff Lesley
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Century 21 Vanguard
241 recent sales
$12K-$3.5M price range
$380K median price
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Surf City real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Surf City real estate market, updated for March 2026. *
The typical home value in Surf City is projected to be $456,280 for the month of March. February’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the city to be $505,000—down 9.82% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, county-level data pegged home values at $457,000 in Pender County for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $469,760 in March.
Surf City had 35 new listings and 28 listings that went under contract in February, increasing the area’s total available inventory to 118—up 0.85% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further increased in March.
Of those 118 active listings, 17.8% reduced their price in the month of February. The median listing price for homes in Surf City grew 21.21% from January to February, bringing the current median listing price to $720,000. Based on projected data for March, 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 February 2026, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 90 days, compared to 128 days in February 2025. However, in recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be rising. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this March.
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Learn more about what Surf City has to offer.
Surf City offers residents a welcoming coastal community with easy access to beaches, parks, schools, and local services that together support an active, balanced lifestyle.
Surf City feels distinctly relaxed compared with busier nearby beach towns, offering a slower pace without giving up convenience or character. Locals and regular visitors share the same stretches of sand, fishing spots, and coffee counters, which helps the community feel close knit rather than purely seasonal.
Life here revolves around the water. The wide shoreline and public access points near the Surf City Ocean Pier give residents daily opportunities for sunrise walks, surf sessions, and family outings. On the sound side, quiet streets lead to small docks and kayak launches that frame evening views over the Intracoastal Waterway. Community events and small businesses shape daily life, from gatherings at the town’s official parks and recreation programs to story time and resources at the Surf City Community Center & Library.
Dining and downtime stay local. Seafood spots near the pier, coffee at Soundside Park, and casual nights out along the main corridor mean you rarely need to leave town, though Wilmington and Jacksonville are within comfortable reach for work and larger services. Families often look to nearby schools such as Surf City Elementary and Surf City Middle when planning a move.
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“Anthony was reliable and very informative. He set bookings immediately. Very professional.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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!”
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!”
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.”
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.”
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.”
Berkshire Hathaway Hometown Realtors
“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.”
BlueCoast Realty Corporation
“Oscar was great to deal. I will use him to buy my next home.”
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!”
The Jason Mitchell Group Jason Mitchell Real Estate
“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.”
Realty One Group Affinity
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