Is Columbus County, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since March 2023
At the same time last year, Columbus County was a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Columbus County is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.
Housing Prices in Columbus County, NC
How much do homes in Columbus County, NC cost?
Median Sold Price
$212,000
$123/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since March 2023
Key Takeaway
Homes in Columbus County have sold for 6% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Columbus County was $212,000 in March 2024, up 6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $123.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $162.5K | $160K | -1.5% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $106K | $133.7K | +26.2% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $181.7K | $213.5K | +17.5% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $305K | $298.5K | -2.1% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $330K | $260K | -21.2% |
Summary: Columbus County housing prices by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 1.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 26.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 17.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 2.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 21.2%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
| Robeson County | $185K | $199K | +7.6% |
| Brunswick County | $391.7K | $420.1K | +7.2% |
| Columbus County | $199.9K | $212K | +6.0% |
| Horry County | $316.8K | $324.5K | +2.4% |
| Bladen County | $197.4K | $195K | -1.2% |
Housing Supply in Columbus County, NC
How many homes are available in Columbus County, NC?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 120 | 129 | +7.5% |
Summary: The Columbus County real estate market had 129 homes for sale in March 2024, a 7.5% increase compared to February 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 2 | 1 | -50.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 14 | 15 | +7.1% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 78 | 85 | +9.0% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 17 | 19 | +11.8% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 9 | 9 | 0.0% |
Summary: The Columbus County housing inventory by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 50%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 11.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.
Number of Homes Sold
| Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | 19 | -5.0% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
15 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
2 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
2 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Columbus County, you may be able to get a good deal. 78.9% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 19 homes were sold or pending in Columbus County in March 2024, down by 5.0% month-over-month. Of the 19 sold homes, 79% were sold under asking, 11% were sold at asking, and 11% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Columbus County, NC
How long does it take to sell a home in Columbus County, NC?
Average Sale Time
| Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 59 Days | 81 Days | +35.3% |
Summary: Homes in Columbus County had an average of 81 days on market in Mar 2024, up by 35.3% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
6 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
5 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
8 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Most homes in Columbus County are taking a long time to sell, it's a good idea to negotiate on homes here.
Summary: During March 2024, 19 homes were sold in Columbus County; 32% of homes were sold within 30 days, 26% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 42% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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