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Selling and Listing in Surf City, NC: January 2026 Insights

Published on Friday, January 9, 2026
Bill Frey
Frey Realty NC
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Sellers considering their next move in Surf City, NC will want to know what January 2026 is bringing to the local scene. Are you set up for maximum momentum this month?

The January 2026 market still rewards focused listing strategies and quick adaptation to buyer trends. This season, price awareness, timing, and professional support are the drivers for optimizing results in Surf City, NC.

January 2026 Listing Stats in Surf City, NC

Sellers saw 34 new listings enter the mix, with total active properties reaching 57 across the month. The median sale price kept its footing at $565,000, and homes that matched buyer preferences moved at an average pace of 34 days on the market. For those tailoring their pricing, the list-to-sale ratio at 97.8 percent demonstrates that realistic values meet with quick and confident buyer offers.

Concessions to buyers were present in 18 percent of sales, alongside a $5,000 median seller incentive. With only 1.8 months of supply, sellers who aligned with agent guidance still held an advantage, but a 7 percent expired and withdrawn rate showed missing the mark on pricing was costly. Want to know how to sell your house fast in Surf City, NC? January’s results prove that timing and flexibility set the pace for success.

Highlight Sales and Market Segments

  • Median sale price: $565,000
  • 57 active listings; 34 new in January
  • Average days on market: 34
  • Seller concessions on 18 percent
  • Highest sale: $1,235,000 for five bedroom oceanfront

Attached homes (27 percent of inventory) brought added choice for investment minded sellers, while price per square foot stayed at $327. Working directly with Bill Frey makes listing prep and negotiation steps feel seamless and informed.

Anchors to Confident Selling in January 2026

Connect with local data using Surf City, NC listing insights or monitor January 2026 market outcomes in Surf City, NC as you plan your next transaction. The right agent partnership makes the difference every time.

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Set up a quick call with Bill Frey to review comps and next steps tailored to you. January 2026 metrics support a confident, well timed listing in Surf City, NC.

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