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BEAUFORT, NC 28516

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Carteret County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28516

North Harbor

Market Analysis

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

The BEAUFORT, NC real estate market (28516) currently shows 161 active listings, with 50 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 66 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.6% year-over-year, from $582,400 to $555,700.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 10,610  ·  Density: 32.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $52,556

Typical home value: $257,753  ·  Homeownership: 65.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
161
⇧ 22% vs 132 last year
Pending
50
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$555,700
⇩ 4.6% vs $582,400 last year
Average Price
$702,254
⇧ 0.5% vs $698,502 last year
Days on Market
66
⇩ 8.3% vs 72 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$284
⇧ 0.7% vs $282/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,961 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 161 this year vs 132 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $555,700 (-4.6% YoY)
  • Average: $702,254 (+0.5% 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 29.0 miles — 589 listings ($378,575,425 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28516Beaufort, NC 285160.0 mi146$101,409,848$549,000$694,588
28528Gloucester, NC 285288.7 mi1$259,900$259,900$259,900
28553Marshallberg, NC 285539.8 mi1$285,000$285,000$285,000
28531Harkers Island, NC 2853110.6 mi9$4,617,999$389,000$513,111
28520Cedar Island, NC 2852012.0 mi4$2,049,900$482,450$512,475
28512Atlantic Beach, NC 2851213.9 mi147$104,511,267$549,500$710,961
28510Arapahoe, NC 2851015.7 mi32$16,107,808$504,450$503,369
28570Newport, NC 2857015.9 mi98$72,827,818$532,500$743,141
28556Merritt, NC 2855619.2 mi15$9,569,610$605,000$637,974
28587Vandemere, NC 2858723.6 mi3$819,900$269,925$273,300
28515Bayboro, NC 2851524.4 mi7$3,323,250$285,000$474,750
28537Hobucken, NC 2853728.3 mi1$2,495,000$2,495,000$2,495,000
28584Swansboro, NC 2858429.0 mi125$60,298,125$443,675$482,385

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BEAUFORT, NC 28516?

As of March 2026, there are 161 active listings in BEAUFORT, NC (zip code 28516), compared to 132 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BEAUFORT, NC 28516?

The median listing price in BEAUFORT, NC 28516 is $555,700 as of March 2026, a 4.6% decrease from $582,400 the prior year.

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

Homes in BEAUFORT, NC 28516 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BEAUFORT, NC 28516?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, BEAUFORT, NC 28516 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 66 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BEAUFORT, NC 28516 save an estimated $11,114 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $555,700. 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.