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BUXTON, NC 27920

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Dare County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇩ 11.1% vs 9 last year
Pending
1
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$549,000
⇩ 32.9% vs $818,500 last year
Average Price
$561,571
⇩ 35% vs $863,483 last year
Days on Market
120
⇩ 38.8% vs 196 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,477  ·  Density: 72.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $87,344

Typical home value: $330,803  ·  Homeownership: 79.3%

Market Analysis

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

The BUXTON, NC real estate market (27920) currently shows 8 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 120 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 120 days on market compared to 196 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 32.9% year-over-year, from $818,500 to $549,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 120 now vs 196 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $549,000 (-32.9% YoY)
  • Average: $561,571 (-35% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 58.2 miles — 352 listings ($284,805,816 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27920Buxton, NC 279200.0 mi8$4,492,568$549,000$561,571
27943Hatteras, NC 279438.6 mi25$18,224,000$549,000$728,960
27982Waves, NC 2798222.1 mi13$9,751,066$689,000$750,082
27968Rodanthe, NC 2796830.2 mi25$19,514,800$680,000$780,592
27824Engelhard, NC 2782434.0 mi3$855,000$285,000$285,000
27953Manns Harbor, NC 2795341.5 mi3$2,398,500$799,500$799,500
27959Nags Head, NC 2795943.9 mi63$71,179,479$742,000$1,129,833
27954Manteo, NC 2795446.2 mi39$22,458,969$516,950$575,871
27948Kill Devil Hills, NC 2794853.5 mi134$113,605,602$615,000$847,803
27925Columbia, NC 2792554.3 mi6$1,365,000$244,000$227,500
28520Cedar Island, NC 2852054.8 mi4$1,908,900$424,950$477,225
28537Hobucken, NC 2853757.1 mi1$2,495,000$2,495,000$2,495,000
27810Belhaven, NC 2781058.2 mi28$16,556,932$479,000$591,319

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BUXTON, NC 27920?

As of January 2026, there are 8 active listings in BUXTON, NC (zip code 27920), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BUXTON, NC 27920?

The median listing price in BUXTON, NC 27920 is $549,000 as of January 2026, a 32.9% decrease from $818,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in BUXTON, NC 27920 spend an average of 120 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 196 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BUXTON, NC 27920?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BUXTON, NC 27920 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 120 days on market compared to 196 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BUXTON, NC 27920 save an estimated $10,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $549,000. 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.