Active Listings
126
⇧ 38.5% vs 91 last year
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Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The EMERALD ISLE, NC real estate market (28594) currently shows 126 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 35 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 87 days on market compared to 98 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 24.6% year-over-year, from $834,300 to $1,039,750.
Whether you are buying or selling in EMERALD ISLE, 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: 3,870 · Density: 261.6/mi² · Median household income: $85,982
Typical home value: $527,341 · Homeownership: 84.5%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28594 | Emerald Isle, NC 28594 | 0.0 mi | 106 | $140,976,820 | $1,050,000 | $1,329,970 |
| 28582 | Stella, NC 28582 | 9.4 mi | 13 | $7,082,764 | $375,000 | $544,828 |
| 28539 | Hubert, NC 28539 | 11.9 mi | 149 | $54,359,670 | $307,500 | $364,830 |
| 28544 | Midway Park, NC 28544 | 16.5 mi | 19 | $4,038,222 | $209,300 | $212,538 |
| 28557 | Morehead City, NC 28557 | 16.9 mi | 107 | $84,993,310 | $527,000 | $794,330 |
| 28546 | Jacksonville, NC 28546 | 23.5 mi | 412 | $132,430,808 | $329,900 | $321,434 |
| 28460 | Sneads Ferry, NC 28460 | 24.2 mi | 323 | $210,643,804 | $439,281 | $652,148 |
| 28531 | Harkers Island, NC 28531 | 26.7 mi | 11 | $5,674,779 | $400,000 | $515,889 |
| 28540 | Jacksonville, NC 28540 | 27.2 mi | 222 | $76,120,914 | $296,750 | $342,887 |
| 28553 | Marshallberg, NC 28553 | 29.7 mi | 1 | $285,000 | $285,000 | $285,000 |
| 28579 | Smyrna, NC 28579 | 31.3 mi | 2 | $1,199,800 | $599,900 | $599,900 |
| 28571 | Oriental, NC 28571 | 32.1 mi | 56 | $30,066,064 | $442,450 | $536,894 |
| 28524 | Davis, NC 28524 | 32.6 mi | 3 | $4,490,250 | $1,496,750 | $1,496,750 |
As of February 2026, there are 126 active listings in EMERALD ISLE, NC (zip code 28594), compared to 91 the prior year.
The median listing price in EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594 is $1,039,750 as of February 2026, a 24.6% increase from $834,300 the prior year.
Homes in EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 98 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 35 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 87 days on market compared to 98 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594 save an estimated $20,795 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,039,750. 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.