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KITTY HAWK, NC 27949

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
126
⇩ 0.8% vs 127 last year
Pending
29
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$699,000
⇩ 12.5% vs $798,875 last year
Average Price
$957,432
⇩ 9.1% vs $1,053,504 last year
Days on Market
81
⇩ 8% vs 88 days last year

Market Context

Population: 7,874  ·  Density: 200.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $103,429

Typical home value: $531,368  ·  Homeownership: 83.2%

Market Analysis

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

The KITTY HAWK, NC real estate market (27949) currently shows 126 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 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 81 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.5% year-over-year, from $798,875 to $699,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 126 this year vs 127 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $699,000 (-12.5% YoY)
  • Average: $957,432 (-9.1% 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 32.5 miles — 389 listings ($295,643,147 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27949Kitty Hawk, NC 279490.0 mi126$120,636,432$699,000$957,432
27941Harbinger, NC 279414.9 mi1$390,000$390,000$390,000
27948Kill Devil Hills, NC 279486.7 mi134$113,605,602$615,000$847,803
27939Grandy, NC 2793912.0 mi34$15,283,374$389,000$449,511
27965Poplar Branch, NC 2796516.3 mi4$2,105,200$499,000$526,300
27974Shiloh, NC 2797417.6 mi7$3,064,670$443,270$437,810
27916Aydlett, NC 2791618.6 mi6$4,319,880$817,000$719,980
27923Coinjock, NC 2792322.5 mi9$4,607,901$420,000$511,989
27953Manns Harbor, NC 2795323.1 mi3$2,398,500$799,500$799,500
27973Shawboro, NC 2797325.9 mi17$7,349,049$411,203$432,297
27921Camden, NC 2792128.7 mi31$15,154,412$449,900$488,852
27925Columbia, NC 2792531.3 mi6$1,365,000$244,000$227,500
27950Knotts Island, NC 2795032.5 mi11$5,363,127$440,000$487,557

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KITTY HAWK, NC 27949?

As of January 2026, there are 126 active listings in KITTY HAWK, NC (zip code 27949), compared to 127 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KITTY HAWK, NC 27949?

The median listing price in KITTY HAWK, NC 27949 is $699,000 as of January 2026, a 12.5% decrease from $798,875 the prior year.

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

Homes in KITTY HAWK, NC 27949 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KITTY HAWK, NC 27949?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, KITTY HAWK, NC 27949 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 81 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KITTY HAWK, NC 27949 save an estimated $13,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $699,000. 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.