28429 — Castle Hayne, NC Home Values
Typical home value $370,728 as of June 2026 · 11th of 18 in Wilmington, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28429, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28429 compares in the Wilmington, NC area
ZIP code 28429 (Castle Hayne, NC) has a typical home value of $370,728 as of June 2026, ranking 11th of 18 ZIP codes tracked in the Wilmington, NC area, more expensive than about 44% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -0.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +31.1%, from $282,822 in June 2021 to $370,728 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 14.3× the annual rent ($2,161/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Wilmington, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Wilmington.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28429 has a population of 9,083, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 73.7% White, 13.7% Black or African American, 8.5% two or more races, 3.6% Hispanic or Latino, 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.2% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holly Shelter Middle | 3921 Roger Haynes Dr, Castle Hayne, NC | 0.8 mi |
| Castle Hayne Elementary | 3925 Roger Haynes Drive, Castle Hayne, NC | 0.9 mi |
| Wilmington Early College High | 4500 Blue Clay Rd, Castle Hayne, NC | 1.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28429?
$370,728 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28429 an expensive ZIP code in the Wilmington, NC area?
28429 ranks 11th of 18 ZIP codes in the Wilmington, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 44% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28429 changed over the past year?
-0.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 28429?
The typical home price is 14.3× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($2,161/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 28429?
9,083, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28429?
Holly Shelter Middle (0.8 mi), Castle Hayne Elementary (0.9 mi), Wilmington Early College High (1.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28429?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Wilmington, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.