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Holden Beach Market Snapshot 📸 January 2026

Holden Beach Market Update – January 2026 🏖️📈


If you’re watching the Holden Beach, NC real estate market (or thinking about buying or selling a home on Holden Beach), the latest stats comparing December 2025 vs. January 2026 show a small, seasonal market with steady inventory, fewer homes going under contract, and higher pricing on new and sold homes. 🏖️📊


Below is a clear breakdown of the numbers and what they mean for Holden Beach homes for sale, Brunswick County beach real estate, and anyone planning a move to the coast.


Holden Beach Home Price Trends 💰


The pricing story is where things get interesting.


  • Active average list price: $1,236,800 (up from $1,206,221)

  • Active median list price: $975,000 (down slightly from $985,000

  • New average list price: $1,538,711 (up from $1,005,080)

  • New median list price: $1,450,000 (up from $928,000)


Sold prices


  • Sold average list price: $1,496,725 (up from $1,229,983)

  • Sold median list price: $1,314,500 (up from $1,120,000)

  • Sold average sale price: $1,403,000 (up from $1,199,737)

  • Sold median sale price: $1,185,000 (up from $1,083,461)


What this means:


Even with winter seasonality, sold prices rose month-over-month. Holden Beach continues to attract buyers looking for oceanfront homes, second homes, and investment properties along the Brunswick Islands.

Sale-to-List Price Ratio: Are buyers negotiating more? 🎯

Sale-to-list ratios help show how much negotiating is happening.


  • Sale to list price ratio: 93.6% (down from 97.5%)

  • Sale to original list price ratio: 91.9% (down from 93.5%)


What this means:


Buyers are negotiating more than they were in December. For sellers, this is a reminder that pricing correctly from day one matters—especially if your home is competing with newer listings or higher-end inventory.

Inventory: More Holden Beach Homes for Sale 🏡

Inventory moved up month-over-month:


  • Active listings: 33 (flat vs. 33 in Dec)

  • New listings: 9 (up from 5)

  • Pending listings: 0 (down from 5)

  • Sold listings: 8 (up from 6)


What this means: 


Inventory stayed steady, but pending activity dropped to zero in January. That’s not unusual for winter on a small barrier island market, but it does signal that buyers are being more selective (and sellers need to be strategic).

⏳ Days on Market: How fast are homes selling?


Time on market improved from November to December:

  • Average days on market (ADOM): 138 (up from 86)

  • Median days on market: 35 (up from 13)


    What this means:


    Homes took longer to sell in January. Some of this is seasonal, but it also reflects buyers taking more time to compare options and negotiate.

Months of Inventory: Market Balance in Holden Beach 📊


Months of inventory increased:


  • Months of inventory: 4.13 (down from 5.50)


    What this means:


    Even though days on market increased, the months of inventory actually tightened compared to December—suggesting the market may be moving toward a more balanced (and potentially more competitive) setup as we head toward spring.

💵 Holden Beach Real Estate Volume: Dollar Activity


Here’s how dollar volume shifted month-over-month:


  • Active volume: $40,814,395 (up from $39,805,295)

  • New volume: $13,848,400 (up from $5,025,400)

  • Sold volume (list): $11,973,799 (up from $7,379,899)

  • Sold volume (sale): $11,224,000 (up from $7,198,422)


What this means: 


January brought a big jump in new listing volume and sold dollar volume, even with fewer homes overall. In a small market like Holden Beach, just a few higher-priced transactions can move these numbers—so strategy matters.

What this means for Holden Beach buyers 🏡


If you’re searching for Holden Beach NC homes for sale, January’s stats suggest:


➡️ More new listings hit the market (more to choose from)

➡️ Negotiation may be more possible right now (sale-to-list dipped)

➡️ The best homes still command strong prices, especially in premium locations


Buyer tip: If you want a Holden Beach vacation home or oceanfront property, winter can be a smart time to shop—less competition, more time to compare, and sometimes better leverage.


What this means for Holden Beach sellers 🏖️


If you’re thinking about selling a home on Holden Beach, here’s the play:


➡️ Expect buyers to negotiate more (especially if a home needs updates)

➡️ Lean into lifestyle marketing: beach access, views, decks, parking, storage, and rental potential

➡️ Strong photos, staging, and a pricing strategy aligned with current demand can protect your bottom line


Seller tip: Professional photos, accurate pricing, and a smart online strategy can help your home stand out—especially in a market with rising inventory. 📈


Ready to Sell Your Holden Beach Home? Let’s Connect! 📞

As your local Holden Beach real estate expert, I’ll help you:

➡️ Analyze your home’s current market value.

➡️ Create a targeted marketing plan to attract serious buyers.

➡️ Highlight your home’s best features, upgrades, and beach lifestyle appeal.


Let’s make your next move a breeze! Contact me today at 910-518-JESS (5377) 📲 or email jess@jesswain.com 📧 for a complimentary market analysis and game plan.



Download the Full Holden Beach Residential Market Summary for January 2026



Information is deemed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed. Data may have come from public tax records. © 2026 MLS and FBS. Prepared by Samantha A Talbott on Sunday, February 2nd, 2026 7:49 AM. 

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