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MANTEO, NC 27954

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
39
⇩ 23.5% vs 51 last year
Pending
7
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$516,950
⇩ 2.6% vs $531,000 last year
Average Price
$575,871
⇩ 2.2% vs $588,627 last year
Days on Market
60
⇩ 4.8% vs 63 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The MANTEO, NC real estate market (27954) currently shows 39 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 60 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 60 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.6% year-over-year, from $531,000 to $516,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 39 this year vs 51 last year
  • Days on market: 60 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $516,950 (-2.6% YoY)
  • Average: $575,871 (-2.2% 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 38.2 miles — 230 listings ($170,751,531 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27954Manteo, NC 279540.0 mi39$22,458,969$516,950$575,871
27959Nags Head, NC 279595.1 mi63$71,179,479$742,000$1,129,833
27953Manns Harbor, NC 2795313.2 mi3$2,398,500$799,500$799,500
27941Harbinger, NC 2794114.6 mi1$390,000$390,000$390,000
27966Powells Point, NC 2796617.7 mi4$1,208,000$302,000$302,000
27968Rodanthe, NC 2796818.9 mi25$19,514,800$680,000$780,592
27939Grandy, NC 2793924.9 mi34$15,283,374$389,000$449,511
27925Columbia, NC 2792528.5 mi6$1,365,000$244,000$227,500
27965Poplar Branch, NC 2796529.2 mi4$2,105,200$499,000$526,300
27916Aydlett, NC 2791631.8 mi6$4,319,880$817,000$719,980
27923Coinjock, NC 2792335.9 mi9$4,607,901$420,000$511,989
27915Avon, NC 2791536.3 mi32$24,167,360$592,000$755,230
27956Maple, NC 2795638.2 mi4$1,753,068$429,900$438,267

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 39 active listings in MANTEO, NC (zip code 27954), compared to 51 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in MANTEO, NC 27954 is $516,950 as of January 2026, a 2.6% decrease from $531,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in MANTEO, NC 27954 spend an average of 60 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 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 January 2026, MANTEO, NC 27954 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 60 days on market compared to 63 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 $10,339 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $516,950. 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.