March 2025: Pender County Residential Real Estate Market Update

🔥 Pender County Housing Market Heats Up in March 2025 🔥

Is it a good time to buy or sell in Pender County? Let's dive into the numbers!

Hey there, coastal Carolina homeowners and home-seekers! 🏡 Whether you're thinking about listing your home, buying your dream spot, or just staying up-to-date on the latest real estate trends, March 2025 brought some serious sizzle to the Pender County housing market—and we’re breaking it all down for you. ☀️

📊 March 2025 Market Highlights

Let’s look at what’s really happening behind the “For Sale” signs:

Metric March 2025 % Change YoY

Active Listings 422 🔺 +15.62%

New Listings 243 🔺 +42.94%

Pending Sales 172 🔺 +3.61%

Closed Sales 112 🔻 -19.42%

Median Sales Price $471,120 🔺 +18.45%

Average Days on Market 72 🔺 +16.13%

Months Supply of Inventory 3.77 🔺 +43.35%

🏠 What Does This Mean for You?

🎯 Sellers: Opportunity Knocks

With the median sales price jumping to $471K (an 18% increase!), sellers have reason to smile. 📈 There's more competition in the market now (hello, 243 new listings), but demand is still strong—especially with pending sales on the rise.

If you're thinking about listing your home, the time might be now. 💰

💼 Buyers: More Choices, But Be Ready to Act Fast

The inventory is climbing, and that's good news! You’ve got more homes to choose from, and while the average time on the market is stretching out a bit (72 days), homes in the sweet spot are still moving fast. 🏃‍♂️💨

Pro tip: Get pre-approved and have your agent on speed dial! 📞

📉 What’s Up with the Drop in Closed Sales?

Closed sales fell nearly 20% compared to this time last year. 🤔 It could be a lag from earlier slowdowns or buyer hesitancy due to rising prices. Either way, with pending sales trending up, expect a rebound in April and beyond.

📈 5-Year Snapshot: Big Picture Vibes

Pender’s median sales price has skyrocketed over the past five years, and total sales volume has kept pace. This area continues to be a solid long-term investment. Whether it’s the beaches, the space, or the growing community, Pender is 🔥 hot property 🔥.

🧭 Final Take: The Market Is Moving—Are You?

If you're looking to buy or sell in Pender County, now’s the time to stay savvy, stay informed, and stay ahead of the curve. 📆 Market momentum is shifting, and those who act smart will benefit big.

💼 Info from Cape Fear REALTORS®

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A reliable source for real estate market data provided by Cape Fear REALTORS®, compiled from NCRMLS.