The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 28470 sells for about $363,000, or $193 per square foot.
Homes take about 91 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,700 a month.
ZIP 28470 — Watha
The housing market in 28470 shows a median listing price of $363,000 with an average of 91 days on market. Market activity remains steady, though specific closed sales counts and months of supply are not currently published for this ZIP. The area continues to attract interest due to its coastal location and relative affordability compared to larger regional hubs.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and retirees seeking a coastal lifestyle with access to local amenities, as well as investors looking for properties in a growing regional market.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 91 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — 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 9.7%/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 9.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
ZCTA 28470, 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.
Schools serving the area are part of the Brunswick County Schools district, which provides standard public education services for the region.
The area is subject to coastal weather risks, including hurricane and tropical storm exposure, which influences local property insurance requirements.
The area is experiencing steady residential interest as part of the broader Brunswick County growth corridor, supported by proximity to coastal amenities.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (North Carolina) — Tax Lien Attachment: A tax lien attaches to all real property, taking priority over all other liens and encumbrances regardless of when they were created. State (North Carolina) — Ad Valorem Property Tax: Tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value of the property by the combined state and local tax rate. The formula is: Tax = (Assessed Value / 100) * Tax Rate.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with access to major regional corridors connecting to employment hubs in Wilmington and Myrtle Beach.
The area features access to coastal parks, local golf courses, and shopping districts within Shallotte, serving as a hub for the surrounding communities.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand, with a median asking rent of $1,700 per month and a mix of long-term and seasonal housing options.
The local economy is driven by tourism, retail, and services, with significant influence from the broader Brunswick County economic base.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use along the US-17 corridor; public transit options are limited.
Development is focused on residential subdivisions and commercial expansion along the Highway 17 and 130 corridors.
Brunswick County utilizes a mass appraisal system with periodic revaluations to determine property tax assessments.
Parcels are subject to Brunswick County tax levies and school district assessments.
Property insurance in this coastal region is influenced by hazard exposure, with premiums reflecting regional climate risks.
North Carolina continues to experience strong net domestic migration, with Brunswick County being a primary destination for retirees.
North Carolina is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court action to complete the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a Residential Property and Owners' Association Disclosure Statement to buyers.
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau ACS and DHC profiles.
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.
- Boondocks Adventure Farm4.718.5 mi
- K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Food, Games, and Things to Do In Myrtle Beach4.118.9 mi
- Shark Wake Park 8434.519.9 mi
- Break Out Myrtle Beach4.818.9 mi
- Tropical Adventure Mini Golf4.711.5 mi
- Avista Resort4.318.7 mi
- North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex4.720 mi
- Local on the Water4.317.9 mi
- Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center4.18.5 mi
- River Hills Golf & Country Club4.415.3 mi
- Rivers Edge Golf Club4.51.5 mi
- Brunswick Plantation & Golf Resort4.410.4 mi
- Sunset Beach Fishing Pier4.79.5 mi
- Oyster Bay Golf Links49.9 mi
- Planet Fun & Starz Grille Family Entertainment and Bowling Center4.10.4 mi
- Ingram Planetarium4.47.5 mi
- Museum of Coastal Carolina4.66 mi
- Mary's Gone Wild4.36.3 mi
- Sunset River Gallery4.812.1 mi
- Barn & Beach Designs4.719.8 mi
- Vereen Memorial Gardens4.813 mi
- Holden Beach RV Campground4.67 mi
- Ocean Isle Beach Park4.74.9 mi
- The Swamp Park- Zip Line and ATV Center4.93.5 mi
- Green Swamp Preserve4.710.2 mi
- North Myrtle Beach RV Resort and Dry Dock Marina4.317.8 mi
- St James Properties4.117.6 mi
- Harbourgate Marina Club in North Myrtle Beach4.517 mi
- Myrtle Beach Yacht Club4.615.7 mi
- St James Marina4.715.8 mi
- Rivers Edge Golf Club4.51.5 mi
- Brunswick Plantation & Golf Resort4.410.4 mi
- Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center4.18.5 mi
- Oyster Bay Golf Links49.9 mi
- Carolina National Golf Club4.18.9 mi
- Publix Super Market at Ocean Isle Beach Market Place4.65.1 mi
- Belk4.21.4 mi
- Heritage Fresh Market4.76 mi
- Holden Beach Seafood4.66 mi
- Bill's Seafood of Sunset Beach4.78.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides local recreational boating and fishing access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.