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ATLANTIC BEACH, NC 28512

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
135
⇧ 3.8% vs 130 last year
Pending
15
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$539,950
⇩ 16.4% vs $646,250 last year
Average Price
$723,174
⇩ 13.1% vs $832,203 last year
Days on Market
99
⇧ 5.3% vs 94 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,414  ·  Density: 215.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,500

Typical home value: $474,962  ·  Homeownership: 80.4%

Market Analysis

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

The ATLANTIC BEACH, NC real estate market (28512) currently shows 135 active listings, with 15 pending sales. Homes are averaging 99 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 99 days on market compared to 94 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16.4% year-over-year, from $646,250 to $539,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 135 this year vs 130 last year
  • Days on market: 99 now vs 94 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $539,950 (-16.4% YoY)
  • Average: $723,174 (-13.1% 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 32.1 miles — 802 listings ($447,587,242 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28512Atlantic Beach, NC 285120.0 mi135$97,628,490$539,950$723,174
28570Newport, NC 285708.3 mi91$65,774,345$499,000$722,795
28516Beaufort, NC 2851613.9 mi137$95,384,058$544,450$696,234
28553Marshallberg, NC 2855315.0 mi1$285,000$285,000$285,000
28579Smyrna, NC 2857917.0 mi2$1,199,800$599,900$599,900
28584Swansboro, NC 2858418.6 mi115$54,325,770$416,500$472,398
28582Stella, NC 2858221.4 mi13$7,082,764$375,000$544,828
28571Oriental, NC 2857124.9 mi56$30,066,064$442,450$536,894
28520Cedar Island, NC 2852025.8 mi4$1,908,900$424,950$477,225
28511Atlantic, NC 2851127.7 mi2$829,000$414,500$414,500
28529Grantsboro, NC 2852929.8 mi4$1,220,000$305,000$305,000
28544Midway Park, NC 2854430.7 mi19$4,038,222$209,300$212,538
28560New Bern, NC 2856032.1 mi223$87,844,829$349,900$393,923

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ATLANTIC BEACH, NC 28512?

As of January 2026, there are 135 active listings in ATLANTIC BEACH, NC (zip code 28512), compared to 130 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ATLANTIC BEACH, NC 28512?

The median listing price in ATLANTIC BEACH, NC 28512 is $539,950 as of January 2026, a 16.4% decrease from $646,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in ATLANTIC BEACH, NC 28512 spend an average of 99 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 94 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ATLANTIC BEACH, NC 28512?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ATLANTIC BEACH, NC 28512 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 99 days on market compared to 94 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ATLANTIC BEACH, NC 28512 save an estimated $10,799 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $539,950. 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.