The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 28453 sells for about $345,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $691 a month.
ZIP 28453 — Magnolia
The housing market in 28453 shows steady appreciation and moderate inventory levels, reflecting a balanced environment for buyers and sellers. Demand remains supported by local economic stability and consistent population growth. Current figures indicate a healthy market pace with manageable supply levels.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a balance of suburban affordability and access to regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.5% · poverty 18.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 11.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 28453, Columbus 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.
Crime rates in this area are generally consistent with regional averages for suburban North Carolina, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of the local county district, generally maintaining average performance ratings with ongoing efforts to improve student outcomes.
The area is subject to standard regional flood and wind risks associated with coastal North Carolina, requiring typical homeowner insurance coverage.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to regional employment hubs and steady residential development, supported by local infrastructure improvements.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value, with additional levies for school districts and local municipal services.
Residents primarily commute by car to nearby employment centers, with average commute times reflecting typical suburban traffic patterns.
The area features access to local parks, community green spaces, and proximity to regional shopping centers and dining districts.
The rental market is characterized by stable demand and moderate vacancy rates, with a mix of long-term residential rentals and limited short-term activity.
The local economy is supported by a mix of retail, small business, and regional service industries.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with major corridors providing access to surrounding county employment centers.
Development pipeline includes modest residential growth and infrastructure upgrades to support local traffic flow.
The county appraisal district conducts periodic property assessments to determine fair market value for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to county-wide school district taxes and local utility service district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard exposure, with standard coverage widely available.
Net domestic migration to the state remains positive, driven by regional economic growth.
North Carolina operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state with specific notice and redemption requirements.
Sellers are required to provide a residential property disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
- Mad Boar Restaurant & Pub4.210.5 mi
- Duplin Winery4.95.3 mi
- River Landing Clubhouse4.711.5 mi
- Duplin Winery4.95.3 mi
- Cabin Lake County Park4.612.4 mi
- World's Largest Frying Pan45.5 mi
- Cabin Lake County Park4.612.4 mi
- Wallace Town Recreation Department4.212 mi
- Duplin Country Club4.56.5 mi
- River Landing4.310.3 mi
- Wells Livestock Market of Wallace4.210 mi
- Dollar General4.212.8 mi
- Albert J Ellis Airport4.222.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides recreational space and walking trails for residents.
Centralized retail and dining hub serving the immediate area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.