Active Listings
107
⇧ 39% vs 77 last year
Population: 15,379 · Density: 418.5/mi² · Median household income: $62,947
Typical home value: $303,976 · Homeownership: 64.0%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The MOREHEAD CITY, NC real estate market (28557) currently shows 107 active listings, with 36 pending sales. Homes are averaging 109 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 109 days on market compared to 95 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 6% year-over-year, from $497,225 to $527,000.
Whether you are buying or selling in MOREHEAD CITY, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28557 | Morehead City, NC 28557 | 0.0 mi | 107 | $84,993,310 | $527,000 | $794,330 |
| 28570 | Newport, NC 28570 | 8.1 mi | 91 | $65,774,345 | $499,000 | $722,795 |
| 28531 | Harkers Island, NC 28531 | 10.8 mi | 11 | $5,674,779 | $400,000 | $515,889 |
| 28532 | Havelock, NC 28532 | 13.8 mi | 78 | $23,193,456 | $274,500 | $297,352 |
| 28524 | Davis, NC 28524 | 15.7 mi | 3 | $4,490,250 | $1,496,750 | $1,496,750 |
| 28510 | Arapahoe, NC 28510 | 18.7 mi | 27 | $12,480,966 | $445,000 | $462,258 |
| 28584 | Swansboro, NC 28584 | 20.1 mi | 115 | $54,325,770 | $416,500 | $472,398 |
| 28577 | Sealevel, NC 28577 | 22.6 mi | 3 | $1,241,700 | $219,900 | $413,900 |
| 28582 | Stella, NC 28582 | 22.7 mi | 13 | $7,082,764 | $375,000 | $544,828 |
| 28556 | Merritt, NC 28556 | 26.7 mi | 16 | $10,454,496 | $605,000 | $653,406 |
| 28539 | Hubert, NC 28539 | 28.1 mi | 149 | $54,359,670 | $307,500 | $364,830 |
| 28560 | New Bern, NC 28560 | 30.1 mi | 223 | $87,844,829 | $349,900 | $393,923 |
| 28519 | Bridgeton, NC 28519 | 30.7 mi | 2 | $1,534,000 | $767,000 | $767,000 |
As of January 2026, there are 107 active listings in MOREHEAD CITY, NC (zip code 28557), compared to 77 the prior year.
The median listing price in MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557 is $527,000 as of January 2026, a 6% increase from $497,225 the prior year.
Homes in MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557 spend an average of 109 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 95 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 30 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 109 days on market compared to 95 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557 save an estimated $10,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $527,000. 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.