Oak Island Market Snapshot 📸 May 2025
- Jessica Wainwright
- Jun 9
- 3 min read
Updated: Jun 11
Oak Island Beach Real Estate Market Update – April to May 2025 🌊🏡
Are you thinking about selling your Oak Island Beach home? The latest market trends for April to May 2025 reveal fantastic opportunities for sellers in this highly desirable coastal community. With strong buyer demand, rising listing prices, and steady sales, now is a great time to make your move in the Oak Island real estate market! Let’s dive into the highlights. 📊✨
Pricing Trends 💰
Active Average List Price: The average active list price climbed to $900,059 in May (up from $886,746 in April), and the median list price remains strong at $789,900.
Sold Median Sale Price: The median sale price rose to $630,000 in May (from $595,000 in April), with the average sale price at $698,963. This shows Oak Island homes continue to command premium prices.
Strong Sale Price Ratios ⏰
Sale-to-List Price Ratio: Sellers received 96.9% of their asking price in May, a slight dip from April’s 97.3%, but still a strong return—homes are selling close to list price.
Active and New Listings
Active Listings: Inventory is growing, with 245 active listings in May (up from 196 in April). This means more buyer eyeballs on your home!
New Listings: There were 58 new listings in May, compared to 68 in April. Fresh listings keep the market lively and competitive.
Pending & Sold Listings
Pending Listings: May saw 4 pending listings, down from 25 in April. With fewer homes under contract, your listing has the chance to stand out!
Sold Listings: 43 homes sold in May, up from 39 in April—showing buyers are still eager to close on Oak Island properties.
Quick Sales and Strong Sale Price Ratios ⏰
Average Days on Market: Homes spent an average of 70 days on the market in May (up slightly from 66 in April), with a median of just 27 days—so well-presented homes are still moving quickly!
Healthy Inventory Levels 📊
Months of Inventory: The months of inventory increased to 5.70 in May (from 5.03 in April), indicating a healthy, balanced market with opportunities for both buyers and sellers.
Sales Volume and Market Dynamics 💼
Sales Volume:The total sold volume in May hit $30,055,400, up from $27,499,750 in April—proving that Oak Island remains a hotspot for real estate transactions!
Sale-to-List Price Ratios: Sellers received 96.9% of their asking price in May, a strong indicator that homes are selling close to list price.
Why Sell Your Oak Island Home Now? 🌟
Oak Island is a top destination for buyers looking for the ultimate North Carolina beach lifestyle. With its stunning coastline, vibrant community, and rising property values, demand for Oak Island beach homes is stronger than ever. Whether you’re selling a primary residence, vacation home, or investment property, these market conditions mean you can maximize your property’s value and attract motivated buyers.
Let’s Make Your Sale a Success! 📞
As a local real estate expert specializing in Oak Island and Brunswick County, I offer professional marketing, strategic pricing, and expert guidance every step of the way. Let’s work together to make your home stand out and get top dollar!
Contact me today at 910-518-JESS (5377) or email jess@jesswain.com to discuss how we can turn your home into someone’s dream coastal retreat. Let’s make your Oak Island sale shine! 🌊✨
Download the Full Oak Island Residential Market Summary for April 2025
Information is deemed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed. Data may have come from public tax records. © 2025 MLS and FBS. Prepared by Samantha A Talbott Monday, June 2, 2025 at 8:25 AM.
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