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WAVES, NC 27982

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

Market Analysis

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

The WAVES, NC real estate market (27982) currently shows 17 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.2% year-over-year, from $799,000 to $749,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 130  ·  Density: 75.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $0

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 100.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
vs 17 last year
Pending
2
12% pending ratio
Median Price
$749,250
⇩ 6.2% vs $799,000 last year
Average Price
$872,166
⇩ 3.8% vs $906,410 last year
Days on Market
83
⇩ 9.8% vs 92 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$320
⇧ 5.6% vs $303/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,376 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 92 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $749,250 (-6.2% YoY)
  • Average: $872,166 (-3.8% 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 56.1 miles — 520 listings ($418,654,305 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27982Waves, NC 279820.0 mi14$11,856,474$711,000$846,891
27915Avon, NC 2791510.9 mi39$27,067,287$558,000$694,033
27920Buxton, NC 2792022.1 mi10$5,753,840$555,500$575,384
27959Nags Head, NC 2795923.5 mi69$72,050,214$744,000$1,044,206
27954Manteo, NC 2795426.9 mi45$33,685,740$575,000$748,572
27953Manns Harbor, NC 2795327.6 mi3$2,398,500$799,500$799,500
27948Kill Devil Hills, NC 2794833.7 mi158$123,264,016$599,000$780,152
27949Kitty Hawk, NC 2794940.5 mi129$119,724,771$709,000$928,099
27964Point Harbor, NC 2796441.7 mi3$1,483,875$494,625$494,625
27826Fairfield, NC 2782644.3 mi1$124,900$124,900$124,900
27925Columbia, NC 2792544.7 mi8$1,273,000$144,250$159,125
27939Grandy, NC 2793951.8 mi38$18,537,388$413,925$487,826
27965Poplar Branch, NC 2796556.1 mi3$1,434,300$464,450$478,100

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WAVES, NC 27982?

As of June 2026, there are 17 active listings in WAVES, NC (zip code 27982), compared to 17 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WAVES, NC 27982?

The median listing price in WAVES, NC 27982 is $749,250 as of June 2026, a 6.2% decrease from $799,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WAVES, NC 27982 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 92 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WAVES, NC 27982?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, WAVES, NC 27982 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WAVES, NC 27982 save an estimated $14,985 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $749,250. 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.