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BEAUFORT, NC 28516

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
137
⇧ 28% vs 107 last year
Pending
31
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$544,450
⇩ 7.7% vs $589,723 last year
Average Price
$696,234
⇧ 3.2% vs $674,436 last year
Days on Market
100
⇩ 7.4% vs 108 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The BEAUFORT, NC real estate market (28516) currently shows 137 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 100 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 30 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 100 days on market compared to 108 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.7% year-over-year, from $589,723 to $544,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 137 this year vs 107 last year
  • Days on market: 100 now vs 108 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $544,450 (-7.7% YoY)
  • Average: $696,234 (+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 30.9 miles — 525 listings ($308,302,212 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28516Beaufort, NC 285160.0 mi137$95,384,058$544,450$696,234
28524Davis, NC 285248.8 mi3$4,490,250$1,496,750$1,496,750
28581Stacy, NC 2858110.1 mi1$195,000$195,000$195,000
28557Morehead City, NC 2855710.7 mi107$84,993,310$527,000$794,330
28577Sealevel, NC 2857712.4 mi3$1,241,700$219,900$413,900
28511Atlantic, NC 2851115.1 mi2$829,000$414,500$414,500
28571Oriental, NC 2857115.7 mi56$30,066,064$442,450$536,894
28532Havelock, NC 2853217.1 mi78$23,193,456$274,500$297,352
28587Vandemere, NC 2858723.6 mi1$270,000$270,000$270,000
28515Bayboro, NC 2851524.4 mi8$3,735,840$342,000$466,980
28537Hobucken, NC 2853728.3 mi1$2,495,000$2,495,000$2,495,000
28584Swansboro, NC 2858429.0 mi115$54,325,770$416,500$472,398
28582Stella, NC 2858230.9 mi13$7,082,764$375,000$544,828

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 137 active listings in BEAUFORT, NC (zip code 28516), compared to 107 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in BEAUFORT, NC 28516 is $544,450 as of January 2026, a 7.7% decrease from $589,723 the prior year.

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

Homes in BEAUFORT, NC 28516 spend an average of 100 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 108 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 January 2026, BEAUFORT, NC 28516 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 30 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 100 days on market compared to 108 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 $10,889 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $544,450. 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.