Sunset Beach Market Snapshot 📸 December 2025
- Jessica Wainwright
- Jan 26
- 3 min read
Sunset Beach NC Real Estate Market Update: December 2025 🏡🌅
Thinking about buying or selling a home in Sunset Beach, NC or along the Brunswick County coast? Here’s your fresh, SEO-optimized market snapshot for December 2025—packed with key stats and insights for both buyers and sellers! 🏖️📊
Quick Market Overview 💰
Active Average List Price: $528,377 (down from $539,091)
Active Median List Price: $460,000 (down from $473,850)
New Average List Price: $455,910 (down from $472,832)
New Median List Price: $460,000 (up from $442,500)
Pending Average/Median List Price: $586,270 (down from $625,307) / $586,270 (up from $499,990)
Sold Average List Price: $636,361 (up from $506,491)
Sold Median List Price: $629,000 (up from $520,000)
Sold Average Sale Price: $618,144 (up from $500,301)
Sold Median Sale Price: $629,000 (up from $549,900)
What this means: Even as the number of sales slowed, prices for homes that sold in December jumped significantly—especially at the median and average sale price levels. Sunset Beach homes are still commanding premium values for the right properties.
Sale-to-List Price Ratios 🎉
Sale to Original List Price Ratio: 97.9% (down slightly from 98.2%)
Sale to Original List Price Ratio: 95.1% (unchanged)
What this means: Homes are selling close to list price, but buyers may see a bit more negotiating power than last month. Sellers should price strategically and prep for strong showings.
Number of Listings 📈
Active Listings: 129 (up from 115 in November)
New Listings: 21 (down from 26)
Pending Listings: 2 (down from 11)
Sold Listings: 23 (down from 35)
What does this mean? Inventory is on the rise, giving buyers more options to compare in Sunset Beach. However, both new listings and closed sales dipped in December, which is pretty typical for the winter season. Sellers are seeing a bit less competition, but also fewer homes moving into pending or sold status.
Average Days on Market ⏱️
Average Days on Market: 104 days (up from 76)
Median Days on Market: 75 days (up from 41)
Average CDOM: 111 days (up from 76)
Median CDOM: 99 days (up from 41)
Takeaway: Homes are taking longer to sell. Buyers have more time to compare, while sellers need to focus on standout presentation and sharp pricing.
Inventory Is Up 📈
Months of Inventory: 5.61 (up from 3.29)
What this means: Inventory is building, giving buyers more choices. But with fewer sales and pending contracts, sellers face more competition and a slower pace.
Market Volume 💼
Active Volume: $68,160,631 (up from $61,995,516)
New Volume: $9,574,100 (down from $12,293,635)
Sold Volume (List): $14,636,300 (down from $17,727,178)
Sold Volume (Sale): $14,217,315 (down from $17,510,538)
What this means: There’s more total inventory value available, but fewer homes are actually closing. This reflects a more selective buyer pool and softer winter market activity.
What Buyers Should Know 🌟
More homes to choose from = less pressure to rush
Longer days on market = more room to negotiate
Still, the best homes (beachside, updated, or with views) move quickly—be ready when you find the right one! 🏡✨
What Buyers Should Know 🌟
More competition means your home must shine (great photos, curb appeal, and right pricing!)
Expect longer market times—be patient and flexible
Highlight the Sunset Beach lifestyle: beach access, boating, golf, and that laid-back coastal vibe
Ready to Buy or Sell a Sunset Beach Home? Let’s Connect! 📞
As your local real estate expert specializing in Sunset Beach and Brunswick County, I’ll help you craft a data-driven pricing strategy, deliver standout marketing, and get your home in front of motivated buyers. Let’s maximize your sale and make your next move a breeze! 🌻
Download the Sunset 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 at AM.