Is Chinquapin, NC 28521 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Chinquapin housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 20% of homes in Chinquapin, NC 28521 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 59 days and there were 3.8 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 5 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 40%, homes sold more slowly (21 days then) and the median sale price rose 12% to $269,883. Overall, Chinquapin is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Duplin County, homes here sell faster than in 67% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 78%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Rose Hill 28458 (0% sold over asking) or Magnolia 28453 (0% sold over asking), while Teachey 28464 (50% sold over asking) and Pink Hill 28572 (40% sold over asking) are even more competitive.