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KURE BEACH, NC 28449

Real Estate Market Report  ·  New Hanover County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
55
⇧ 12.2% vs 49 last year
Pending
7
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$865,000
⇧ 13.6% vs $761,250 last year
Average Price
$1,005,438
⇧ 21.7% vs $826,376 last year
Days on Market
108
⇧ 52.1% vs 71 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,033  ·  Density: 198.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $101,471

Typical home value: $555,178  ·  Homeownership: 73.2%

Market Analysis

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

The KURE BEACH, NC real estate market (28449) currently shows 55 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 108 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 108 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 13.6% year-over-year, from $761,250 to $865,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 55 this year vs 49 last year
  • Days on market: 108 now vs 71 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $865,000 (+13.6% YoY)
  • Average: $1,005,438 (+21.7% 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 35.7 miles — 1,995 listings ($1,402,900,401 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28449Kure Beach, NC 284490.0 mi55$55,299,090$865,000$1,005,438
28461Southport, NC 284616.5 mi386$290,134,198$509,500$751,643
28412Wilmington, NC 2841210.5 mi271$140,937,073$459,900$520,063
28409Wilmington, NC 2840912.3 mi166$163,687,620$569,600$986,070
28403Wilmington, NC 2840316.8 mi125$80,951,375$390,000$647,611
28405Wilmington, NC 2840519.8 mi131$112,873,530$441,250$861,630
28401Wilmington, NC 2840121.5 mi177$75,803,259$359,380$428,267
28411Wilmington, NC 2841123.4 mi202$195,547,110$609,706$968,055
28470Shallotte, NC 2847027.0 mi166$68,450,598$365,425$412,353
28469Ocean Isle Beach, NC 2846931.4 mi264$198,024,024$512,500$750,091
28457Rocky Point, NC 2845733.0 mi43$18,581,805$460,000$432,135
28456Riegelwood, NC 2845634.3 mi7$2,140,719$322,500$305,817
28452Longwood, NC 2845235.7 mi2$470,000$235,000$235,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KURE BEACH, NC 28449?

As of January 2026, there are 55 active listings in KURE BEACH, NC (zip code 28449), compared to 49 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KURE BEACH, NC 28449?

The median listing price in KURE BEACH, NC 28449 is $865,000 as of January 2026, a 13.6% increase from $761,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in KURE BEACH, NC 28449 spend an average of 108 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 71 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KURE BEACH, NC 28449?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, KURE BEACH, NC 28449 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 108 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KURE BEACH, NC 28449 save an estimated $17,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $865,000. 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.