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EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
106
⇧ 26.2% vs 84 last year
Pending
15
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,050,000
⇧ 26.8% vs $828,100 last year
Average Price
$1,329,970
⇧ 13.3% vs $1,173,580 last year
Days on Market
111
⇧ 33.7% vs 83 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,870  ·  Density: 261.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $85,982

Typical home value: $527,341  ·  Homeownership: 84.5%

Market Analysis

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

The EMERALD ISLE, NC real estate market (28594) currently shows 106 active listings, with 15 pending sales. Homes are averaging 111 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 111 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 26.8% year-over-year, from $828,100 to $1,050,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 106 this year vs 84 last year
  • Days on market: 111 now vs 83 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,050,000 (+26.8% YoY)
  • Average: $1,329,970 (+13.3% 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 32.6 miles — 1,424 listings ($752,362,205 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28594Emerald Isle, NC 285940.0 mi106$140,976,820$1,050,000$1,329,970
28582Stella, NC 285829.4 mi13$7,082,764$375,000$544,828
28539Hubert, NC 2853911.9 mi149$54,359,670$307,500$364,830
28544Midway Park, NC 2854416.5 mi19$4,038,222$209,300$212,538
28557Morehead City, NC 2855716.9 mi107$84,993,310$527,000$794,330
28546Jacksonville, NC 2854623.5 mi412$132,430,808$329,900$321,434
28460Sneads Ferry, NC 2846024.2 mi323$210,643,804$439,281$652,148
28531Harkers Island, NC 2853126.7 mi11$5,674,779$400,000$515,889
28540Jacksonville, NC 2854027.2 mi222$76,120,914$296,750$342,887
28553Marshallberg, NC 2855329.7 mi1$285,000$285,000$285,000
28579Smyrna, NC 2857931.3 mi2$1,199,800$599,900$599,900
28571Oriental, NC 2857132.1 mi56$30,066,064$442,450$536,894
28524Davis, NC 2852432.6 mi3$4,490,250$1,496,750$1,496,750

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594?

As of January 2026, there are 106 active listings in EMERALD ISLE, NC (zip code 28594), compared to 84 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594?

The median listing price in EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594 is $1,050,000 as of January 2026, a 26.8% increase from $828,100 the prior year.

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

Homes in EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594 spend an average of 111 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 83 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 111 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in EMERALD ISLE, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594 save an estimated $21,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,050,000. 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.