Is Surf City, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Surf City is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

Since last year, Surf City has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Surf City is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Surf City, NC

How much do homes in Surf City, NC cost?

Median Sold Price

$612,500

$394/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$84,500(+16.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Surf City have sold for 16% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Surf City was $612,500 in May 2024, up 16% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $394.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $380.2K$360K
-5.3%
2 $252.9K$325K
+28.5%
3 $551.5K$578K
+4.8%
4 $518.6K$747.5K
+44.1%
5+ $1.0M$1.0M
+4.6%

Summary: Surf City housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 5.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 28.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 44.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 4.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Surf City
+16.0%
North Topsail Beach
+8.7%
Sneads Ferry
+6.6%
Topsail Township
+5.8%
Stump Sound Township
+5.7%

Housing Supply in Surf City, NC

How many homes are available in Surf City, NC?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
118125+5.9%

Summary: The Surf City real estate market had 125 homes for sale in May 2024, a 5.9% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 14
+300.0%
2 89
+12.5%
3 3837
-2.6%
4 4848
0.0%
5+ 2327
+17.4%

Summary: The Surf City housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 300%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 12.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 2.6%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 17.4%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1828+55.6%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

14 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

9 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Surf City, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 28 homes were sold or pending in Surf City in May 2024, up by 55.6% month-over-month. Of the 28 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 32% were sold at asking, and 18% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Surf City, NC

How long does it take to sell a home in Surf City, NC?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
69 Days81 Days+17.9%

Summary: Homes in Surf City had an average of 81 days on market in May 2024, up by 17.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

14 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

7 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

7 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Surf City are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During May 2024, 28 homes were sold in Surf City; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 25% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 25% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 4 Days Ago

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