Rachel Sumrell Blue Coast Realty

08/01/2026

REAL ESTATE MARKET NEWS

New Hanover County is flat, with slightly fewer sales but stable dollar volume and continued median price growth, suggesting a selective but resilient market. Here are the year-to-date notables for New Hanover County:

New Listings: -5.8%
Closed Sales: +0.8%
Days on Market: +22.7%

Brunswick County is the strongest from an activity standpoint, with closed sales and dollar volume up sharply, while median sale price is flat, indicating that buyers are participating but remain price-sensitive. Here are the notables for Brunswick County:

New Listings: +8.8%
Closed Sales: +15.5%
Days on Market: +16.9%

Pender County shows the strongest price growth, with sales, volume, and median sale price all up meaningfully, though new listings are rising faster than closings, warranting monitoring. Here are the notables for Pender County:

New Listings: +4.6%
Closed Sales: +2.9%
Days on Market: +12.1%
Taken together, this is not a distressed market; there is still significant buyer demand and pricing strength, but it is no longer an automatic market. Success will depend on accurate pricing, strong seller counseling, disciplined presentation, and agents staying close to serious buyers and sellers.

08/01/2026

SOLD 430 ELLIS ROAD, BOLIVIA, NC

07/29/2026

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The most up-to-date look at housing prices and market trends.

07/15/2026

07/15/2026

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The Old Farmer’s Almanac fall forecast for 2026 predicts mixed U.S. temperatures and mostly lower rainfall, with regional outlooks across the South.

07/12/2026

https://decorhint.com/this-north-carolina-garden-hides-a-nearly-500-year-old-oak-wrapped-in-spanish-moss-and-southern-mystery/

Garden strolls get a little more mysterious when North Carolina hides a nearly 500-year-old oak wrapped in Spanish moss.

07/06/2026

I hope you had a fun and safe Fourth of July!

The United States has long been a place where hard work and opportunity can help people achieve their goals. One of the greatest advantages of homeownership is the chance to build equity over time, turning monthly mortgage payments into a long-term investment rather than rent. Owning a home can provide financial stability, create wealth for future generations, and offer a place to put down roots while benefiting from the opportunities that come with living in a dynamic and diverse country.

Wilmington, North Carolina, offers an exceptional quality of life with its beautiful coastal scenery, historic downtown, and welcoming community. Residents enjoy easy access to pristine beaches, a vibrant local dining and arts scene, excellent outdoor recreation, and a growing economy. Whether you're raising a family, starting a new career, or looking to enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle, Wilmington combines small-town charm with modern amenities, making it a wonderful place to call home.

Call me today to get started. 252 917 2294

06/05/2026

My old stomping grounds!

From remote beaches to sunsets that dazzle before they sink into the sound, here’s where to splash, dine, and cast a line in this Outer Banks town.

05/24/2026

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From a cottage passed down through generations to a rented retreat for a week, the North Carolina beach house calls us back with its easy, salt-air simplicity.

04/07/2026

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