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MANTEO, NC 27954

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Dare County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The MANTEO, NC real estate market (27954) currently shows 51 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 69 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 69 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.3% year-over-year, from $569,000 to $567,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 6,937  ·  Density: 302.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $75,877

Typical home value: $358,217  ·  Homeownership: 76.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
51
⇩ 22.7% vs 66 last year
Pending
10
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$567,500
⇩ 0.3% vs $569,000 last year
Average Price
$755,391
⇧ 24.3% vs $607,561 last year
Days on Market
69
⇧ 16.9% vs 59 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$404
⇧ 8.9% vs $371/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,409 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 51 this year vs 66 last year
  • Days on market: 69 now vs 59 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $567,500 (-0.3% YoY)
  • Average: $755,391 (+24.3% 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 38.2 miles — 260 listings ($192,076,803 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27954Manteo, NC 279540.0 mi45$33,685,740$575,000$748,572
27959Nags Head, NC 279595.1 mi69$72,050,214$744,000$1,044,206
27953Manns Harbor, NC 2795313.2 mi3$2,398,500$799,500$799,500
27941Harbinger, NC 2794114.6 mi1$620,625$620,625$620,625
27966Powells Point, NC 2796617.7 mi5$2,155,835$379,000$431,167
27968Rodanthe, NC 2796818.9 mi29$21,738,400$669,000$749,600
27939Grandy, NC 2793924.9 mi38$18,537,388$413,925$487,826
27925Columbia, NC 2792528.5 mi8$1,273,000$144,250$159,125
27965Poplar Branch, NC 2796529.2 mi3$1,434,300$464,450$478,100
27916Aydlett, NC 2791631.8 mi6$4,045,452$625,750$674,242
27923Coinjock, NC 2792335.9 mi10$5,330,330$466,250$533,033
27915Avon, NC 2791536.3 mi39$27,067,287$558,000$694,033
27956Maple, NC 2795638.2 mi4$1,739,732$429,900$434,933

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MANTEO, NC 27954?

As of March 2026, there are 51 active listings in MANTEO, NC (zip code 27954), compared to 66 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MANTEO, NC 27954?

The median listing price in MANTEO, NC 27954 is $567,500 as of March 2026, a 0.3% decrease from $569,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in MANTEO, NC 27954 spend an average of 69 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 59 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MANTEO, NC 27954?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, MANTEO, NC 27954 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 69 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MANTEO, NC 27954 save an estimated $11,350 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $567,500. 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.