December 2025 | Brunswick County Real Estate Market Update 🎯

Brunswick County NC Real Estate Market Update – December 2025

If you're keeping an eye on the Brunswick County, NC real estate market (or thinking about buying or selling a home in Brunswick County), the latest December 2025 numbers show a market with more inventory, steady sales activity, and a noticeable shift in the median sales price compared to last year. 

Below is a clear breakdown of the key stats (with comparisons to December 2024) and what they mean for Brunswick County home buyers and sellers.

Quick Snapshot: Brunswick County Real Estate (December 2025) 📸

Inventory & activity 📊

• Active listings: 2,383 (+14.73% YoY)

• New listings: 409 (+3.02% YoY)

• Pending sales: 379 (+10.17% YoY)

• Closed sales: 529 (+13.03% YoY)

What this means: There are more homes for sale in Brunswick County than last year, and buyer activity is still movingboth pending and closed sales increased year-over-year.

For buyers, that typically means more options.

For sellers, it means you can still sellbut you need a smart strategy to stand out.

Brunswick County Home Prices: Median Price Shift 💰

Median sales price: $385,000 (-19.06% YoY)

What this means: The median price is down compared to December 2024. Median price can move based on the mix of homes sold (more entry-level vs. luxury closings), but its still a key signal that buyers may be seeing more price sensitivity and more negotiation in certain price points.

Days on Market: Homes Took Longer to Sell 🏡

Average cumulative days on market (DOM): 85 (+14.86% YoY)

What this means: Homes are taking longer to sell on average. In a more competitive inventory environment, buyers have more time to compare options, and sellers benefit from strong presentation, professional photos, and pricing that matches current demand.

Months of Supply: Where the Market Sits 4️⃣

Months supply of inventory: 4.50 (+1.35% YoY)

What this means: A 4to 5 month supply is often considered a more balanced market (not extreme sellers market, not extreme buyers market). This is good news for both sides:

• Buyers can be a bit more selective.

• Sellers can still achieve strong results with the right pricing + marketing plan.

Trend Check: Last 3 Months (Septo Dec 2025) 📊

Looking at the recent trend helps show direction:

• Active listings: 

  2,625 (Sep) 

  2,617 (Oct) 

  2,521 (Nov) 

  2,383 (Dec)

  
  

• New listings: 

  739 (Sep) 

  706 (Oct) 

  561 (Nov) 

  409 (Dec)

  
  

• Pending sales: 

  564 (Sep) 

  570 (Oct) 

  472 (Nov) 

  379 (Dec)

  
  

• Closed sales: 

  553 (Sep) 

  523 (Oct) 

  494 (Nov) 

  529 (Dec)

What this means: As expected seasonally, activity cooled from early fall into Decemberbut closings stayed strong in December compared to November.

What This Means for Brunswick County Home Buyers 🎯 

If you're searching for homes for sale in Brunswick County NC, December's market suggests:

• More inventory than last year = more choices

• Longer DOM = less pressure to rush

• A more balanced supply = more room to negotiate (depending on condition and location)

Buyer tip: The best homes in top locations (close to beaches, golf, or newer communities) can still move quicklyso it helps to be pre-approved and ready when the right one hits.

What This Means for Brunswick County Home Sellers ✨

If you're considering selling a home in Brunswick County NC, here's the playbook:

➡️ Price for today's buyers (especially with DOM rising)

➡️ Make your home show-ready (clean, staged, and professionally photographed)

➡️ Market the lifestyle: coastal living, beach access, golf, boating, and community amenities

Seller tip: With more active listings, buyers compare everythingso the homes that win are the ones that are priced right and marketed well.

💡 Thinking About Buying or Selling a Brunswick County Home?

📞 Let’s talk about your home’s current value and how to get top dollar in today’s market. Contact me today at 910-274-2648 📲 or email niki@buildersup.com 📧 for your personalized Brunswick County market update or to start your real estate journey. Let’s make your coastal dreams come true! 🏖️✨

Want more local market updates or have questions? Let me know! I love helping people stay informed about the Brunswick County real estate market! 😃🌻

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