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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for October 2026. *
* 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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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the College Acres-Hillsdale real estate market. *
Jun 1, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
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 (Jun 2026 - Aug 2026).
Inventory and buyer activity in College Acres-Hillsdale have shifted notably in this rolling three-month window ending in August 2026. Active listings are down about 11 percent from a year ago, yet homes sold have inched up slightly, suggesting steady demand despite fewer options. Months of supply has fallen sharply year over year to about three months, still leaning toward a seller’s market but with more balance than the broader Wilmington area, which sits around four months of supply.
Prices have moved upward over the past year even as asking prices have softened slightly. The typical home value is up more than 40 percent year over year, while the median list price is essentially flat compared with last year, indicating buyers may be pushing final sale prices higher than recent listing strategies might suggest.
Time on market tells a more nuanced story. Homes now spend a median of 41 days on the market, longer than a year ago, yet still far quicker than earlier in 2026, when marketing times were double this pace. At the same time, about 38 percent of listings go off the market within two weeks and sellers are receiving roughly 98 percent of their list price, even though almost none are closing above asking. In this kind of mixed but active environment, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a local agent who understands the latest numbers and trends.
College Acres-Hillsdale offers residents a welcoming, walkable community with convenient access to parks, schools, shopping, and community events that support a connected, family-friendly lifestyle.
College Acres-Hillsdale stands out in Wilmington for its true neighborhood feel and central location between the university and the coast. Streets lined with established trees and a mix of mid-century homes and newer builds give the area a settled identity that many nearby communities are still developing.
Residents appreciate how easy it is to reach key destinations. The campus of UNC Wilmington is just minutes away, providing cultural events, trails, and continuing education. Shopping and everyday errands are convenient, and a short drive brings you to the sand and surf of Wrightsville Beach. Nearby green spaces like Halyburton Park and Empie Park offer playgrounds, trails, and sports facilities that support an active lifestyle.
Families often look closely at area schools, including Winter Park Elementary and Roland-Grise Middle School, while commuters value quick access to the City of Wilmington employment centers and the restaurants and arts scene in Downtown. Nearby neighborhoods such as Forest Hills and Windemere give buyers additional context for comparing home styles and values.
With demand strong across New Hanover County, timing and preparation matter in College Acres-Hillsdale. Whether you are listing a long-owned home or planning a move into the neighborhood, Agent Pronto connects you with the right local real estate professional to help you navigate the market as a buyer or a seller.
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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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“Andrew Harris has been the most helpful, professional person we dealt with so far. He goes above and beyond to insure his clients have the information and services they need. I highly recommend Andrew (A )”
“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 .”
“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.”
“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!”
“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!”
“Dave Robertson was very patient and got the job done! He was very positive and professional throughout this experience!”
There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around College Acres-Hillsdale. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.
Choosing a real estate agent to help you buy or sell property is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. You want to make sure your agent is an expert in your area, has a proven record helping people buy and sell similar homes to yours, and is well regarded by their previous clients. Let us know a few details about the property you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and Agent Pronto will match you with trusted real estate agents that have the experience you need. And before you interview an agent, check out our top five questions to ask a buyer’s agent and listing agent.
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