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Deep dive: January 2026 in Hampstead, NC real estate metrics

Published on Thursday, January 8, 2026
Bill Frey
Frey Realty NC
Focus areas include Burgaw, Carolina Beach, Hampstead, Kure Beach, Leland, Oak Island, Southport, Surf City, Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, along with surrounding towns, communities and neighborhoods.
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Dive deeply into the current pulse of Hampstead, NC as January 2026 progresses. Accurate market metrics are the bedrock for agents aiming to deliver confident guidance to every segment—buyers, sellers, and investors.

This month’s median sale price sits at $424,000, anchoring budgets and negotiation points. If a client is hunting for affordable homes in Hampstead, NC this January 2026, that’s the sweet spot. Meanwhile, 41 median days on market proves that attractive listings move steadily but allow time for due diligence.

Inventory, Listings, and Values: January 2026 Essentials

With 48 single-family homes on the market and 38 new listings, January’s choices remain robust. Sellers benefit from 3.4 months of supply—giving them leverage but not overwhelming buyers. The ongoing transactional pace is underpinned by a list-to-sale price ratio of 98.1 percent and $198 per square foot, both strong indicators of market efficiency.

Local Strategy, Better Outcomes

Clear metrics power your next steps. Bill Frey interprets January 2026’s Hampstead, NC data to drive strong results for your clients. Reach out for the details that matter most this winter.

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Why Metrics Should Matter This Month

  • Median price of $424,000 provides your base reference
  • 41 median days on market informs clients on offer timing
  • 48 homes in inventory and 38 new listings mean selection is strong
  • 3.4 months supply creates reasonable negotiation opportunities
  • 29 single-family closings demonstrate shared confidence in the local market

How January 2026 Data Positions Buyers and Sellers

If you are advising on how to sell your house fast in Hampstead, NC, these stats are your blueprint: competitive pricing and solid presentation will maximize results. Buyers can leverage up to date price per square foot figures and move quickly for the best fit. Use verified market data, not assumptions, to ensure strong outcomes all month long.

With grounded local insight from Bill Frey, you and your clients will always be one step ahead in Hampstead, NC real estate.

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Written by Bill Frey
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