Find your bearings
Get to know Surf City.
Surf City brings together two settings: the beaches of Topsail Island and the mainland across the water. Before you choose a property, it helps to explore both—and think beyond the view.
For some, the starting point is a walk to the beach. For others, it’s space for everyday life, access to the sound, or a home base for time spent on the water. A visit is a chance to test those priorities against the places themselves.
The residential market
Surf City at a glance.
- Active residential homes
- 94
- Median asking price
- $859,000
- Average days on market
- 74 days
- Sale / original asking price
- 93.53%
Active residential listings in Surf City; excludes land and homes under contract. Updated 10/28/2026, 5:11:59 AM ET. Days on market reflect homes sold in Sep 2026.
Surf City / September 2026
Twenty-five new listings entered the market in September 2026, an increase of 47.06% from the previous month.
Sixteen homes closed during the month, a decrease of 20% from the previous month.
Homes that closed averaged seventy-four days on market, a decrease of 1.76% from the previous month.
On average, these sales closed at 93.53% of their original asking price.
Your next move, informedGet the Surf City market report.Find your place
Homes in Surf City.
119 available listings, including 13 land and 15 under contract
A closer look
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Beyond the front door
Life in Surf City.
Soundside Park
A boardwalk, fishing pier, playground, picnic shelters, and kayak/paddleboard launch make this a useful first stop on the sound.
Explore details ↗Kenneth D. Batts Family Park
A boardwalk, basketball court, playground, and picnic shelter offer another place to spend time outdoors.
Explore details ↗Nelva R. Albury Recreation Area
Beach access, a playground, picnic shelter, and restrooms in one stop.
Explore details ↗Surf City / A closer look
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Put it in perspective.
| Place | Median asking price | Active homes | Avg. days on market |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surf City (this guide) | $859,000 | 94 | 74 |
| Hampstead ↗ | $565,450 | 224 | 46 |