The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 28451 sells for about $415,000, or $216 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 83 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,612 a month.
ZIP 28451 — Leland
The Leland housing market remains stable with a median sale price of $415,000, reflecting sustained demand for suburban housing near Wilmington. While inventory levels are elevated, the market maintains a balanced sale-to-list ratio, indicating that well-priced homes continue to move steadily despite broader economic headwinds.
This ZIP is ideal for families and retirees seeking master-planned community living, as well as commuters working in Wilmington who desire more space at a lower price point than the city center.
Median prices moved up 1.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 83 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.6% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.6% · poverty 9.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 28451, Brunswick County NC
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by Brunswick County Schools, which generally maintain moderate performance ratings within the region.
The region faces standard coastal North Carolina risks, including hurricane and flood exposure, which influences local insurance premiums.
Leland is experiencing significant residential expansion and infrastructure development, driven by its proximity to Wilmington and the growth of master-planned communities.
Property taxes are assessed by Brunswick County at a rate of approximately 0.5% of the assessed value, with additional municipal taxes depending on the specific jurisdiction within the ZIP.
Residents primarily commute to Wilmington via US-74/76 and I-140, with travel times varying based on bridge traffic and regional congestion.
The area features extensive access to the Cape Fear River, numerous golf courses like Brunswick Forest, and proximity to local parks and shopping centers in the Leland town core.
The rental market is supported by steady demand from new residents, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment complexes; vacancy pressure remains moderate.
The local economy is anchored by residential construction, retail, and services, with many residents commuting to the broader Wilmington employment hub.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with US-74/76 serving as the primary arterial corridor connecting the area to Wilmington.
Significant residential development continues in master-planned communities, with ongoing infrastructure improvements to support the rapid population growth.
Parcels may be subject to various special assessments, including municipal service districts and utility-related fees common in new developments.
Property insurance costs are influenced by coastal hazard exposure, with premiums reflecting regional risk profiles for wind and flood damage.
Data retrieved from census.gov and local market reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Indochine Restaurant4.510.4 mi
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park4.413.3 mi
- Live Oak Bank Pavilion4.27.8 mi
- Wilmington Convention Center4.57.8 mi
- Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College4.88.1 mi
- Battleship North Carolina4.87.8 mi
- Wilmington Riverwalk, Battleship Eastside Site.4.78 mi
- The Pointe 144.611.2 mi
- Long Leaf Park4.712.3 mi
- The Children's Museum of Wilmington4.48.2 mi
- Battleship North Carolina4.87.8 mi
- The Cotton Exchange4.58 mi
- The Children's Museum of Wilmington4.48.2 mi
- Cameron Art Museum4.611.1 mi
- Cape Fear Museum of History and Science4.78.2 mi
- Long Leaf Park4.712.3 mi
- Cape Fear Museum of History and Science4.78.2 mi
- Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden at Piney Ridge Nature Preserve - Wilmington4.710.9 mi
- Halyburton Park4.711.8 mi
- Greenfield Park4.68.7 mi
- Carolina Yacht Club4.516.9 mi
- Port City Marina4.57.8 mi
- Wrightsville SUP - Kayak & SUP Rentals, Lessons, and more516.9 mi
- Inlet Watch Yacht Club4.716.8 mi
- Seapath Yacht Club4.716.4 mi
- Cape Fear Country Club4.610.1 mi
- Wilmington Municipal Golf Course4.112.6 mi
- Magnolia Greens Golf Course4.43.3 mi
- Olde Fort Golf Course4.110.9 mi
- Pine Valley Country Club Inc4.611.9 mi
- Independence Mall4.110.8 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.312.5 mi
- Kohl's4.412.9 mi
- HomeGoods4.412.4 mi
- Publix Super Market at Pine Valley4.612.3 mi
- Wilmington International Airport4.310.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features extensive trails, golf, and recreational facilities.
Provides boating, fishing, and scenic access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.