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Ocean Isle Beach Market Snapshot 📸 December 2025

Ocean Isle Beach Real Estate Market Update – December 2025 🏖️📊

If youre watching the Ocean Isle Beach, NC real estate market (or thinking about buying or selling in Brunswick County, North Carolina), the latest stats comparing November 2025 vs. December 2025 show a market with more inventory, steady-to-rising pricing, and fewer homes going under contract. Heres a clear breakdown of whats happeningand what it means for your next move. 


Pricing Trends – Steady and Strong ⏰


Active & new listing prices


  • Active average list price: $726,616 (up from $715,554)

  • Active median list price: $499,950 (about the same as $500,000)

  • New average list price: $711,993 (up from $563,782)

  • New median list price: $412,350 (down from $444,800)


Pending & sold prices


  • Pending average list price: $2,301,000 (up from $547,386)

  • Pending median list price: $2,301,000 (up from $384,825)

  • Sold average list price: $732,206 (up from $680,314)

  • Sold median list price: $519,950 (up from $399,900)

  • Sold average sale price: $708,442 (up from $661,902)

  • Sold median sale price: $505,000 (up from $406,662)


What this means: Even with fewer sales, sold prices increased month-over-month. Thats a strong signal that well-positioned homes in Ocean Isle Beach and nearby Brunswick County beach communities are still commanding solid pricing.

Sale-to-List Price Ratio: Are buyers negotiating? 💰



  • Sale-to-list price ratio: 96.2% (down from 97.1%)

  • Sale-to-original list price ratio: 93.3% (up from 92.0%)


What this means: Homes are still selling close to list price, but buyers may have a bit more room to negotiate than last month. For sellers, the best defense is a smart list price and strong condition.

Number of listings 🏡


  • Active listings: 188 (up from 159 in November)

  • New listings: 36 (down from 43)

  • Pending listings: 2 (down from 28)

  • Sold listings: 50 (down from 67)


What this means: Buyers had more choices in December, while fewer homes moved into pending status. For sellers, that signals a market where pricing and presentation matter even more to stand out.

Days on Market: How fast are homes selling? ⏰


  • Average ADOM: 53 (up from 50)

  • Median ADOM: 26 (unchanged)

  • Average CDOM: 59 (up from 53)

  • Median CDOM: 26 (unchanged)


What this means: The market slowed slightly in December (typical seasonality). Well-priced, well-presented homes can still move, but sellers should expect a bit more time and more buyer questions. ⏳

Months of Inventory: Market balance check 📊


  • Months of inventory: 3.76 (up from 2.37)


    What this means: Inventory is rising, which generally shifts the market toward a more balanced environment. Buyers tend to gain more leverage, and sellers need to be more strategic to capture top dollar.

Market Volume: How much real estate is on the market (and selling)? 💼


  • Active volume: $136,603,783 (up from $113,773,135)

  • New volume: $25,631,749 (up from $24,242,616)

  • Sold volume (list): $36,610,304 (down from $45,581,049)

  • Sold volume (sale): $35,422,075 (down from $44,347,418)


What this means: There’s more total inventory value available for buyers to shop, while closed sales volume dipped—again consistent with a slower winter market.


What this means for Ocean Isle Beach buyers ✨


If you’re searching for Ocean Isle Beach NC homes for sale, December’s jump in active listings can mean:


➡️ More options to compare (and more negotiating power in some price ranges)

➡️ A better chance to find the right fit without rushing

➡️ Opportunity to negotiate based on condition, repairs, or credits


Buyer tip: The strongest homes—especially those near the beach, with rental potential, or with updated interiors—can still move quickly. Having a clear plan and local guidance helps you win the right property without overpaying. 🗝️


What this means for Ocean Isle Beach sellers ✨


If you’re thinking about selling your Ocean Isle Beach home (or a nearby Brunswick County home), here’s the play:


➡️ Expect more competition. Active inventory rose, so your home needs to look and feel like the best option.

➡️ Price for today’s market. With sale-to-list around 96%, buyers are watching value closely.

➡️ Market the lifestyle. Coastal buyers want the full story: beach access, golf cart life, boating, outdoor showers, storage, porches, and low-maintenance features. 🌴


Ready to List Your Ocean Isle Beach Home? Let’s Chat!

If you’ve been thinking about selling your Ocean Isle Beach property, now’s the time to take advantage of these positive regional trends. We can help you price, market, and sell your home for top dollar—quickly and stress-free! 😊


Contact me today at 910-518-JESS (5377) 📲 or email jess@jesswain.com 📧 to start your Ocean Isle Beach home selling journey. Let’s make your sale a splash! 🏖️💦✨


Download the Full Ocean Isle Beach Residential Market Summary for December 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 on Friday, January 2, 2026 7:58AM.

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