Homes for Sale in Emerald Isle NC

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the for sale real estate market for homes in Emerald Isle NC?

In February of 2026, prices for Emerald Isle, North Carolina homes for sale were up 2.0% compared to the previous year. The median sale price was $755,000; on average, they sold within 130 days compared to 77 days on market the previous year. There were 9 homes for sale in February 2026, a decrease from 13 during the same month in the previous year.

How many homes are for sale in Emerald Isle NC?

There are 125 homes in Emerald Isle, North Carolina for sale. Last month, there were 37 listings, and 14 a year prior in February 2025. The newest listing for sale has 4+ bedrooms, 2+ bathrooms, 1,120 SQFT, and .26 acres for $685,000 at 128 Doe Drive.

Are prices rising or falling for homes in Emerald Isle NC?

Compared to the previous month, prices are falling for homes in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. The median sale price was $755,000 in February 2026, which is lower than a month previous at $828,000. The median sale price rose 2.0% compared to the $740,000 median sale price a year ago in February 2025.

What is the average price per square foot for homes in Emerald Isle NC?

$560.23 is the average price per square foot for homes Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This is an increase compared to the $502.68 average price per square foot last month, February 2026, and an increase compared to the $412 average a year prior in February 2025. Currently, a 3,752 SQFT house at 307 Cape Fear Loop in Emerald Isle, North Carolina has the lowest price per square foot at $292.91, while a 1,233 SQFT house at 2307 Ocean Drive in Emerald Isle, North Carolina has the highest at $1,451.74.

What is the median list price for homes for sale in Emerald Isle NC?

$975,000 is the median list price for homes for sale in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This is an increase compared to the $755,000 median sale price last month, February 2026, and an increase compared to the $740,000 median sale price a year prior in February 2025.

What is the average days on market for homes for sale in Emerald Isle NC?

130 days on market is the February 2026 average for homes for sale in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This represents an increase from the previous month's average of 66 days on market, and an increase from the same month the year prior of 77 days on market average. Most recently, a 3+ bedrooms, 3+ bathrooms, 1,635 SQFT, .02 acres, and pet friendly townhome at 8713 Plantation Drive #402 in Emerald Isle, North Carolina has been on the market for 1 day, while 7127 Ocean Drive in Emerald Isle, North Carolina with 11+ bedrooms, 11+ bathrooms, 7,206 SQFT, and .45 acres has been on the market for 737 days.