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Homes for Sale in Carolina Beach, NC
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Carolina Beach moves at the speed of the tide. It's a working beach town. There's a boardwalk, a real fishing fleet, and people who'll flag you down by the produce to talk for twenty minutes. The summer crowds roll in and roll back out. What stays is a year-round crowd that knows your name and means it.
You'll find oceanfront condos and cottages a few blocks back from the sand. Some places sit on the Cape Fear River side, others sit close enough to hear the surf at night. Golf carts puttering down the side streets, screen porches, salt air you stop smelling until you drive off the island and it hits you again.
Why Buy Homes for Sale in Carolina Beach, NC?
Buy here and the water's right there, with Wilmington a short drive away for work or a night out. The island keeps things slow. And the rental demand is the real deal if you ever want a second home to pay for itself. But plan ahead. Coastal property comes with insurance and elevation questions, and you should sort those out early.
Ready to find your ideal homes for sale in Carolina Beach? Contact ClickyRegina Drury Real Estate Group today at (910) 239-1396 to schedule a showing or start your personalized home search.
Carolina Beach Market Snapshot
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Homes for Sale in Carolina Beach, NC: Housing Market Data
Data as of (MLS snapshot; listings below update live)
As of October 19, 2026, ClickyRegina Drury Real Estate Group's review of MLS data shows 217 Carolina Beach homes for sale priced at $100,000 or more, out of 218 active listings across every property type. The median asking price was $647,500, about $475 per square foot, for a median of 1,471 square feet. The middle half of the listings fell between $445,000 and $875,000. The median listing had been on the market 81 days, which usually gives buyers some room to negotiate on price. Listings were most concentrated in Not In Subdivision, Wilmington Beach and Heart Of Carolina Beach.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Active listings | 217 |
| All active listings in Carolina Beach, every property type | 218 |
| Median list price | $647,500 |
| Middle half of list prices | $445,000 to $875,000 |
| Median price per square foot | $475 |
| Median square feet | 1,471 |
| Median days on market | 81 |
Carolina Beach subdivisions with the most active homes for sale
- Not In Subdivision: 67 active
- Wilmington Beach: 18 active
- Heart Of Carolina Beach: 10 active
Homes for Sale in other cities
- Wilmington: 1,233 active, median $479,000
- Leland: 634 active, median $380,750
- Southport: 398 active, median $469,900
- Hampstead: 284 active, median $565,000
- Oak Island: 275 active, median $660,000
Market questions
How many Carolina Beach homes are for sale?
As of October 19, 2026, there were 217 Carolina Beach homes for sale priced at $100,000 or more, out of 218 active listings across every property type, based on ClickyRegina Drury Real Estate Group's review of MLS data.
What is the median price of Carolina Beach homes?
The median list price of Carolina Beach homes was $647,500 as of October 19, 2026.
Where do most asking prices for Carolina Beach homes fall?
The middle half of active listings for Carolina Beach homes was priced between $445,000 and $875,000.
What is the typical price per square foot for Carolina Beach homes?
The median price per square foot for Carolina Beach homes was $475, for a median of 1,471 square feet.
How long have Carolina Beach homes been on the market?
The median listing for Carolina Beach homes had been on the market 81 days as of October 19, 2026.
How do Carolina Beach homes stack up against other cities?
As of October 19, 2026, there were 217 Carolina Beach homes for sale priced at $100,000 or more. In the same search, Wilmington had 1,233 homes for sale at a median list price of $479,000, Leland had 634 homes for sale at a median list price of $380,750 and Southport had 398 homes for sale at a median list price of $469,900.
Listing data courtesy of the North Carolina Regional Multiple Listing Service.
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Homes for Sale in Carolina Beach, NC
Island living starts in one of Carolina Beach's most desirable locations, directly across from Seagrove, a premier community with underground utilities and palm tree, sid...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100612646 MLS
Buyers bring your tools! Prime Location in Carolina Beach Opportunities are endless on a spacious .36-acre lot, this single-family property offers excellent potential fo...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100612604 MLS
Coastal living with a little extra charm! Tucked away in a quiet location on the island, just blocks from the beach, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers peekaboo ocean v...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100612305 MLS
- Wilmington Beach Bldg.
Estimated completion April 2027. Just five blocks from the Atlantic Ocean in Carolina Beach, this beautifully designed new construction townhome offers low-maintenance co...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100612295 MLS
Discover an incredible opportunity to own a piece of paradise in the heart of beautiful Carolina Beach! This cleared 50' x 125' lot is ready for you to build your dream h...
- 100612249 MLS
Renovated End Unit Canal-Front Townhome on North End of Carolina Beach! In addition to the beautifully updated interior, the home has a new HVAC system (2023) and full-s...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100612225 MLS
- Captains Quarters Bldg.
Wake up to the ocean, unwind with the sound. This 3 bed, 2 bath condo in The Tides offers something rare in Carolina Beach: water views on both sides. Enjoy sunrise over ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100612160 MLS
- The Tides Bldg.
Located in the quiet, waterfront community of Otter Creek Landing, this condo is surrounded by beautiful live oaks and offers peaceful sound views that truly stand out. T...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100612121 MLS
- Otter Creek Bldg.
Coastal luxury meets island living! Located just steps from the beach, this beautifully maintained townhome offers spacious living, upscale finishes, an elevator, multipl...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100611742 MLS
Welcome to 701 Charlotte Avenue! A 4-bedroom, 4-bath, 3,343 Sqft home situated on an oversized corner lot in Carolina Beach. Designed for indoor and outdoor living, this ...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100611632 MLS
Built in 1947, this two-bedroom bungalow on Raleigh Street is the kind of cottage Carolina Beach grew up around — and there are fewer of them every year. What sets it ap...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 100611600 MLS
New Construction Oceanview Luxury! 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath townhome with available boat slips next door in Carolina Beach's newest community, Basin Park, by Stultz Built Cons...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100611508 MLS
New Construction Oceanview Luxury! 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath townhome with available boat slips next door in Carolina Beach's newest community, Basin Park, by Stultz Built Cons...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100611511 MLS
New Construction Oceanview Luxury! 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath townhome with available boat slips next door in Carolina Beach's newest community, Basin Park, by Stultz Built Cons...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100611500 MLS
OCEAN VIEWS, EXCEPTIONAL FLOOR PLAN & PROVEN RENTAL PERFORMANCE! Just one block from the beach and minutes from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, marina, dining and shopping,...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 100611471 MLS
New Construction Oceanview Luxury! 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath townhome with available boat slips next door in Carolina Beach's newest community, Basin Park, by Stultz Built Cons...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100611450 MLS
Enjoy coastal living in the heart of Carolina Beach! This beautifully updated, fully furnished third-floor condo offers ocean and pool views and is ideal as a primary res...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100611319 MLS
- Driftwood Villas Bldg.
Enjoy the best of coastal living in this one-of-a-kind home, ideally located just seven blocks from the beach and outside the flood zone. Thoughtfully designed with disti...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100611246 MLS
1601-15B Carolina Beach Ave N - Updated 1-Bedroom Condo with Ocean Views, Sold Fully Furnished Ready for your next beach trip! This charming second-row condo sits on the ...
- 1 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100610418 MLS
- Sun Skipper Bldg.
Welcome to this beautifully designed new construction townhome, offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, approximately 1,633 heated square feet, and an oversized tandem garage...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100610251 MLS
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