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STUMPY POINT, NC 27978

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

Market Analysis

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

The STUMPY POINT, NC real estate market (27978) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 335 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 335 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 40% year-over-year, from $624,500 to $375,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 341  ·  Density: 4.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $46,532

Typical home value: $212,904  ·  Homeownership: 50.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
vs 2 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$375,000
⇩ 40% vs $624,500 last year
Average Price
$375,000
⇩ 40% vs $624,500 last year
Days on Market
335
⇧ 313.6% vs 81 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$321
⇧ 27.4% vs $252/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,168 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 335 now vs 81 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $375,000 (-40% YoY)
  • Average: $375,000 (-40% 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 41.2 miles — 309 listings ($263,146,041 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27978Stumpy Point, NC 279780.0 mi2$1,068,900$534,450$534,450
27981Wanchese, NC 2798115.1 mi3$1,410,000$470,000$470,000
27824Engelhard, NC 2782416.0 mi3$855,000$285,000$285,000
27959Nags Head, NC 2795918.1 mi63$71,179,479$742,000$1,129,833
27915Avon, NC 2791523.5 mi32$24,167,360$592,000$755,230
27925Columbia, NC 2792526.3 mi6$1,365,000$244,000$227,500
27941Harbinger, NC 2794129.6 mi1$390,000$390,000$390,000
27964Point Harbor, NC 2796430.2 mi2$1,079,500$539,750$539,750
27949Kitty Hawk, NC 2794930.7 mi126$120,636,432$699,000$957,432
27943Hatteras, NC 2794331.4 mi25$18,224,000$549,000$728,960
27947Jarvisburg, NC 2794737.6 mi12$4,589,088$362,000$382,424
27928Creswell, NC 2792838.6 mi6$1,624,350$254,450$270,725
27810Belhaven, NC 2781041.2 mi28$16,556,932$479,000$591,319

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in STUMPY POINT, NC 27978?

As of February 2026, there are 2 active listings in STUMPY POINT, NC (zip code 27978), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in STUMPY POINT, NC 27978?

The median listing price in STUMPY POINT, NC 27978 is $375,000 as of February 2026, a 40% decrease from $624,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in STUMPY POINT, NC 27978 spend an average of 335 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 81 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in STUMPY POINT, NC 27978?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, STUMPY POINT, NC 27978 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 335 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in STUMPY POINT, NC 27978 save an estimated $7,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $375,000. 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.