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South Nags Head

NAGS HEAD, NC 27959

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
63
⇩ 8.7% vs 69 last year
Pending
13
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$742,000
⇩ 10.5% vs $829,000 last year
Average Price
$1,129,833
⇩ 3.2% vs $1,167,476 last year
Days on Market
100
⇧ 25% vs 80 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,158  ·  Density: 83.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $87,560

Typical home value: $426,028  ·  Homeownership: 80.7%

Market Analysis

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

The NAGS HEAD, NC real estate market (27959) currently shows 63 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 100 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 80 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.5% year-over-year, from $829,000 to $742,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 63 this year vs 69 last year
  • Days on market: 100 now vs 80 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $742,000 (-10.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,129,833 (-3.2% 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 42.1 miles — 474 listings ($475,697,624 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27959Nags Head, NC 279590.0 mi63$71,179,479$742,000$1,129,833
27954Manteo, NC 279545.1 mi39$22,458,969$516,950$575,871
27968Rodanthe, NC 2796815.0 mi25$19,514,800$680,000$780,592
27949Kitty Hawk, NC 2794917.1 mi126$120,636,432$699,000$957,432
27941Harbinger, NC 2794118.8 mi1$390,000$390,000$390,000
27966Powells Point, NC 2796621.8 mi4$1,208,000$302,000$302,000
27947Jarvisburg, NC 2794726.7 mi12$4,589,088$362,000$382,424
27824Engelhard, NC 2782433.0 mi3$855,000$285,000$285,000
27965Poplar Branch, NC 2796533.1 mi4$2,105,200$499,000$526,300
27915Avon, NC 2791533.5 mi32$24,167,360$592,000$755,230
27927Corolla, NC 2792739.1 mi155$203,860,495$925,000$1,315,229
27923Coinjock, NC 2792339.5 mi9$4,607,901$420,000$511,989
27826Fairfield, NC 2782642.1 mi1$124,900$124,900$124,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NAGS HEAD, NC 27959?

As of January 2026, there are 63 active listings in NAGS HEAD, NC (zip code 27959), compared to 69 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NAGS HEAD, NC 27959?

The median listing price in NAGS HEAD, NC 27959 is $742,000 as of January 2026, a 10.5% decrease from $829,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in NAGS HEAD, NC 27959 spend an average of 100 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 80 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NAGS HEAD, NC 27959?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, NAGS HEAD, NC 27959 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 80 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NAGS HEAD, NC 27959 save an estimated $14,840 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $742,000. 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.