Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Dare County, NC real estate market currently shows 582 active listings, with 115 pending sales. Homes are averaging 82 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 42 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 82 days on market compared to 81 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 3.7% year-over-year, from $683,000 to $657,750.
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Population: 37,160 · Density: 293.8/mi² · Median household income: $81,335
Typical home value: $373,866 · Homeownership: 77.8%
Avon: 27915
Buxton: 27920
Frisco: 27936
Hatteras: 27943
Kill Devil Hills: 27948
Kitty Hawk: 27949
Manns Harbor: 27953
Manteo: 27954
Nags Head: 27959
Rodanthe: 27968
Salvo: 27972
Stumpy Point: 27978
Wanchese: 27981
Waves: 27982
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.