Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The WAVES, NC real estate market (27982) currently shows 14 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 144 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 144 days on market compared to 79 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 7.6% year-over-year, from $769,450 to $711,000.
Whether you are buying or selling in WAVES, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 130 · Density: 75.9/mi² · Median household income: $0
Typical home value: $0 · Homeownership: 100.0%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27982 | Waves, NC 27982 | 0.0 mi | 13 | $9,751,066 | $689,000 | $750,082 |
| 27915 | Avon, NC 27915 | 10.9 mi | 32 | $24,167,360 | $592,000 | $755,230 |
| 27920 | Buxton, NC 27920 | 22.1 mi | 8 | $4,492,568 | $549,000 | $561,571 |
| 27959 | Nags Head, NC 27959 | 23.5 mi | 63 | $71,179,479 | $742,000 | $1,129,833 |
| 27954 | Manteo, NC 27954 | 26.9 mi | 39 | $22,458,969 | $516,950 | $575,871 |
| 27953 | Manns Harbor, NC 27953 | 27.6 mi | 3 | $2,398,500 | $799,500 | $799,500 |
| 27948 | Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948 | 33.7 mi | 134 | $113,605,602 | $615,000 | $847,803 |
| 27949 | Kitty Hawk, NC 27949 | 40.5 mi | 126 | $120,636,432 | $699,000 | $957,432 |
| 27964 | Point Harbor, NC 27964 | 41.7 mi | 2 | $1,079,500 | $539,750 | $539,750 |
| 27826 | Fairfield, NC 27826 | 44.3 mi | 1 | $124,900 | $124,900 | $124,900 |
| 27925 | Columbia, NC 27925 | 44.7 mi | 6 | $1,365,000 | $244,000 | $227,500 |
| 27939 | Grandy, NC 27939 | 51.8 mi | 34 | $15,283,374 | $389,000 | $449,511 |
| 27965 | Poplar Branch, NC 27965 | 56.1 mi | 4 | $2,105,200 | $499,000 | $526,300 |
As of February 2026, there are 14 active listings in WAVES, NC (zip code 27982), compared to 12 the prior year.
The median listing price in WAVES, NC 27982 is $711,000 as of February 2026, a 7.6% decrease from $769,450 the prior year.
Homes in WAVES, NC 27982 spend an average of 144 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WAVES, NC 27982 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 144 days on market compared to 79 days last year.
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