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HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
11
⇧ 120% vs 5 last year
Pending
3
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$400,000
vs $400,000 last year
Average Price
$515,889
⇧ 29% vs $400,000 last year
Days on Market
131
⇧ 98.5% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,104  ·  Density: 190.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,888

Typical home value: $265,221  ·  Homeownership: 80.1%

Market Analysis

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

The HARKERS ISLAND, NC real estate market (28531) currently shows 11 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 131 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 131 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0% year-over-year, from $400,000 to $400,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 11 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 131 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $400,000 (+0% YoY)
  • Average: $515,889 (+29% 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 38.4 miles — 681 listings ($367,734,786 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28531Harkers Island, NC 285310.0 mi11$5,674,779$400,000$515,889
28524Davis, NC 285247.9 mi3$4,490,250$1,496,750$1,496,750
28516Beaufort, NC 2851610.6 mi137$95,384,058$544,450$696,234
28512Atlantic Beach, NC 2851212.2 mi135$97,628,490$539,950$723,174
28577Sealevel, NC 2857717.2 mi3$1,241,700$219,900$413,900
28520Cedar Island, NC 2852018.9 mi4$1,908,900$424,950$477,225
28532Havelock, NC 2853223.6 mi78$23,193,456$274,500$297,352
28571Oriental, NC 2857126.3 mi56$30,066,064$442,450$536,894
28556Merritt, NC 2855629.8 mi16$10,454,496$605,000$653,406
28582Stella, NC 2858233.4 mi13$7,082,764$375,000$544,828
28587Vandemere, NC 2858734.2 mi1$270,000$270,000$270,000
28560New Bern, NC 2856038.0 mi223$87,844,829$349,900$393,923
28537Hobucken, NC 2853738.4 mi1$2,495,000$2,495,000$2,495,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531?

As of January 2026, there are 11 active listings in HARKERS ISLAND, NC (zip code 28531), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531?

The median listing price in HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531 is $400,000 as of January 2026, a 0% increase from $400,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531 spend an average of 131 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531 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 131 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531 save an estimated $8,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $400,000. 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.