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Is Atkinson, NC 28421 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Atkinson is a buyer’s market. With about 19.2 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply19.2Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list100%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market67Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$330

The Atkinson housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Atkinson, NC 28421 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 67 days and there were 19.2 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Within Pender County, homes here sell faster than in 60% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.

Nearby, Rocky Point 28457 (21% sold over asking) and Hampstead 28443 (13% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Nearby markets

Burgaw 28425Buyer’s market $232 /sq ftCurrie 28435Balanced $250 /sq ftHampstead 28443Seller’s market $215 /sq ftRocky Point 28457Seller’s market $196 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Atkinson real estate

Is Atkinson a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 19.2 months of supply in Atkinson, NC 28421 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Atkinson?

The typical home went under contract in 67 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Atkinson sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.0% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Atkinson?

About 0.63% of a home’s value a year in Pender County, or roughly $2,520 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Atkinson?

The median sale price was $744,678 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $330 per square foot.

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