Active Listings
56
⇧ 24.4% vs 45 last year
Population: 2,892 · Density: 22.0/mi² · Median household income: $67,292
Typical home value: $366,319 · Homeownership: 89.4%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The ORIENTAL, NC real estate market (28571) currently shows 56 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 112 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
The median listing price has fallen 5.8% year-over-year, from $469,875 to $442,450.
Whether you are buying or selling in ORIENTAL, 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 $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28571 | Oriental, NC 28571 | 0.0 mi | 56 | $30,066,064 | $442,450 | $536,894 |
| 28510 | Arapahoe, NC 28510 | 6.2 mi | 27 | $12,480,966 | $445,000 | $462,258 |
| 28515 | Bayboro, NC 28515 | 9.5 mi | 8 | $3,735,840 | $342,000 | $466,980 |
| 28560 | New Bern, NC 28560 | 15.2 mi | 223 | $87,844,829 | $349,900 | $393,923 |
| 28516 | Beaufort, NC 28516 | 15.7 mi | 137 | $95,384,058 | $544,450 | $696,234 |
| 27806 | Aurora, NC 27806 | 16.8 mi | 15 | $5,761,125 | $437,500 | $384,075 |
| 28520 | Cedar Island, NC 28520 | 17.2 mi | 4 | $1,908,900 | $424,950 | $477,225 |
| 28577 | Sealevel, NC 28577 | 20.4 mi | 3 | $1,241,700 | $219,900 | $413,900 |
| 28579 | Smyrna, NC 28579 | 21.4 mi | 2 | $1,199,800 | $599,900 | $599,900 |
| 28557 | Morehead City, NC 28557 | 21.9 mi | 107 | $84,993,310 | $527,000 | $794,330 |
| 28524 | Davis, NC 28524 | 23.3 mi | 3 | $4,490,250 | $1,496,750 | $1,496,750 |
| 28512 | Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 | 24.9 mi | 135 | $97,628,490 | $539,950 | $723,174 |
| 28553 | Marshallberg, NC 28553 | 25.4 mi | 1 | $285,000 | $285,000 | $285,000 |
As of January 2026, there are 56 active listings in ORIENTAL, NC (zip code 28571), compared to 45 the prior year.
The median listing price in ORIENTAL, NC 28571 is $442,450 as of January 2026, a 5.8% decrease from $469,875 the prior year.
Homes in ORIENTAL, NC 28571 spend an average of 112 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 112 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ORIENTAL, NC 28571 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ORIENTAL, NC 28571 save an estimated $8,849 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $442,450. 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.