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KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC 27948

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
134
⇩ 12.4% vs 153 last year
Pending
30
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$615,000
⇩ 0.6% vs $619,000 last year
Average Price
$847,803
⇩ 0.4% vs $851,567 last year
Days on Market
78
⇩ 1.3% vs 79 days last year

Market Context

Population: 12,579  ·  Density: 524.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $78,517

Typical home value: $343,536  ·  Homeownership: 76.0%

Market Analysis

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

The KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC real estate market (27948) currently shows 134 active listings, with 30 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 19 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.6% year-over-year, from $619,000 to $615,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 134 this year vs 153 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 79 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $615,000 (-0.6% YoY)
  • Average: $847,803 (-0.4% 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 34.5 miles — 417 listings ($387,363,651 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27948Kill Devil Hills, NC 279480.0 mi134$113,605,602$615,000$847,803
27954Manteo, NC 279547.4 mi39$22,458,969$516,950$575,871
27941Harbinger, NC 279418.9 mi1$390,000$390,000$390,000
27981Wanchese, NC 2798111.5 mi3$1,410,000$470,000$470,000
27947Jarvisburg, NC 2794716.4 mi12$4,589,088$362,000$382,424
27953Manns Harbor, NC 2795318.6 mi3$2,398,500$799,500$799,500
27974Shiloh, NC 2797423.3 mi7$3,064,670$443,270$437,810
27916Aydlett, NC 2791625.2 mi6$4,319,880$817,000$719,980
27927Corolla, NC 2792728.8 mi155$203,860,495$925,000$1,315,229
27923Coinjock, NC 2792329.1 mi9$4,607,901$420,000$511,989
27956Maple, NC 2795631.7 mi4$1,753,068$429,900$438,267
27982Waves, NC 2798233.8 mi13$9,751,066$689,000$750,082
27921Camden, NC 2792134.5 mi31$15,154,412$449,900$488,852

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC 27948?

As of January 2026, there are 134 active listings in KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC (zip code 27948), compared to 153 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC 27948?

The median listing price in KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC 27948 is $615,000 as of January 2026, a 0.6% decrease from $619,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC?

Homes in KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC 27948 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC 27948?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC 27948 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 19 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC 27948 save an estimated $12,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $615,000. 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.