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HATTERAS, NC 27943

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The HATTERAS, NC real estate market (27943) currently shows 36 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 80 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has fallen 19.2% year-over-year, from $634,000 to $512,175.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 458  ·  Density: 66.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $47,067

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 51.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
36
⇧ 33.3% vs 27 last year
Pending
6
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$512,175
⇩ 19.2% vs $634,000 last year
Average Price
$751,666
⇩ 13% vs $863,940 last year
Days on Market
80
vs 80 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$398
⇩ 7.7% vs $431/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,373 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 36 this year vs 27 last year
  • Days on market: 80 now vs 80 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $512,175 (-19.2% YoY)
  • Average: $751,666 (-13% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 53.2 miles — 187 listings ($152,017,226 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27943Hatteras, NC 279430.0 mi25$18,224,000$549,000$728,960
27920Buxton, NC 279208.6 mi8$4,492,568$549,000$561,571
27915Avon, NC 2791517.5 mi32$24,167,360$592,000$755,230
27824Engelhard, NC 2782430.0 mi3$855,000$285,000$285,000
27885Swanquarter, NC 2788534.2 mi1$94,000$94,000$94,000
27826Fairfield, NC 2782640.7 mi1$124,900$124,900$124,900
28511Atlantic, NC 2851143.2 mi2$829,000$414,500$414,500
28577Sealevel, NC 2857745.4 mi3$1,241,700$219,900$413,900
27959Nags Head, NC 2795946.7 mi63$71,179,479$742,000$1,129,833
27954Manteo, NC 2795448.1 mi39$22,458,969$516,950$575,871
28537Hobucken, NC 2853748.9 mi1$2,495,000$2,495,000$2,495,000
27925Columbia, NC 2792551.4 mi6$1,365,000$244,000$227,500
28524Davis, NC 2852453.2 mi3$4,490,250$1,496,750$1,496,750

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HATTERAS, NC 27943?

As of February 2026, there are 36 active listings in HATTERAS, NC (zip code 27943), compared to 27 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HATTERAS, NC 27943?

The median listing price in HATTERAS, NC 27943 is $512,175 as of February 2026, a 19.2% decrease from $634,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in HATTERAS, NC?

Homes in HATTERAS, NC 27943 spend an average of 80 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 80 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HATTERAS, NC 27943?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, HATTERAS, NC 27943 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

How much can I save on real estate commission in HATTERAS, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HATTERAS, NC 27943 save an estimated $10,244 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $512,175. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.