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HATTERAS, NC 27943

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Dare County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The HATTERAS, NC real estate market (27943) currently shows 35 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 51 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 22.1% year-over-year, from $629,000 to $489,950.

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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
35
⇧ 20.7% vs 29 last year
Pending
5
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$489,950
⇩ 22.1% vs $629,000 last year
Average Price
$735,873
⇩ 15.7% vs $872,638 last year
Days on Market
67
⇧ 31.4% vs 51 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$399
⇩ 5.9% vs $424/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,287 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 35 this year vs 29 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 51 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $489,950 (-22.1% YoY)
  • Average: $735,873 (-15.7% 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 — 225 listings ($178,150,226 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27943Hatteras, NC 279430.0 mi36$27,059,976$512,175$751,666
27920Buxton, NC 279208.6 mi10$5,753,840$555,500$575,384
27915Avon, NC 2791517.5 mi39$27,067,287$558,000$694,033
27824Engelhard, NC 2782430.0 mi5$939,900$139,900$187,980
27885Swanquarter, NC 2788534.2 mi1$88,000$88,000$88,000
27826Fairfield, NC 2782640.7 mi1$124,900$124,900$124,900
28511Atlantic, NC 2851143.2 mi3$1,238,001$419,000$412,667
28577Sealevel, NC 2857745.4 mi4$1,911,868$325,000$477,967
27959Nags Head, NC 2795946.7 mi69$72,050,214$744,000$1,044,206
27954Manteo, NC 2795448.1 mi45$33,685,740$575,000$748,572
28537Hobucken, NC 2853748.9 mi1$2,495,000$2,495,000$2,495,000
27925Columbia, NC 2792551.4 mi8$1,273,000$144,250$159,125
28524Davis, NC 2852453.2 mi3$4,462,500$1,487,500$1,487,500

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 35 active listings in HATTERAS, NC (zip code 27943), compared to 29 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HATTERAS, NC 27943 is $489,950 as of March 2026, a 22.1% decrease from $629,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HATTERAS, NC 27943 spend an average of 67 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 51 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 March 2026, HATTERAS, NC 27943 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 51 days last year.

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 $9,799 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $489,950. 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.