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HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28531

Beaufort Meadows · Cedarville Estates · Oakwood Acres · Shell Landing

Market Analysis

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

The HARKERS ISLAND, NC real estate market (28531) currently shows 11 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 118 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 118 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.2% year-over-year, from $479,000 to $439,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
11
⇧ 10% vs 10 last year
Pending
2
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$439,500
⇩ 8.2% vs $479,000 last year
Average Price
$584,226
⇩ 6.4% vs $623,986 last year
Days on Market
118
⇧ 372% vs 25 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$326
⇧ 9% vs $299/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,523 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 11 this year vs 10 last year
  • Days on market: 118 now vs 25 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $439,500 (-8.2% YoY)
  • Average: $584,226 (-6.4% 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 38.0 miles — 748 listings ($499,024,339 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28531Harkers Island, NC 285310.0 mi9$4,617,999$389,000$513,111
28553Marshallberg, NC 285533.5 mi1$285,000$285,000$285,000
28579Smyrna, NC 285797.9 mi3$1,348,350$449,450$449,450
28557Morehead City, NC 2855710.8 mi104$77,353,432$533,500$743,783
28581Stacy, NC 2858112.6 mi1$195,000$195,000$195,000
28511Atlantic, NC 2851118.2 mi3$1,238,001$419,000$412,667
28570Newport, NC 2857018.9 mi98$72,827,818$532,500$743,141
28510Arapahoe, NC 2851025.4 mi32$16,107,808$504,450$503,369
28594Emerald Isle, NC 2859426.7 mi126$165,638,970$1,039,750$1,314,595
28584Swansboro, NC 2858430.7 mi125$60,298,125$443,675$482,385
28582Stella, NC 2858233.4 mi11$4,430,448$371,175$402,768
28587Vandemere, NC 2858734.2 mi3$819,900$269,925$273,300
28560New Bern, NC 2856038.0 mi232$93,863,488$349,900$404,584

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 11 active listings in HARKERS ISLAND, NC (zip code 28531), compared to 10 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531 is $439,500 as of March 2026, a 8.2% decrease from $479,000 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 118 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 25 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 March 2026, HARKERS ISLAND, NC 28531 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 118 days on market compared to 25 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 $8,790 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $439,500. 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.