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 May of 2026, prices for Emerald Isle, North Carolina homes for sale were up 8.1% compared to the previous year. The median sale price was $816,000; on average, they sold within 100 days compared to 45 days on market the previous year. There were 22 homes for sale in May 2026, an increase from 21 during the same month in the previous year.

How many homes are for sale in Emerald Isle NC?

There are 166 homes in Emerald Isle, North Carolina for sale. Last month, there were 28 listings, and 20 a year prior in May 2025. The newest listing for sale has 4+ bedrooms, 3+ bathrooms, and .45 acres for $1,485,900 at 309 Shipwreck Lane.

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 $816,000 in May 2026, which is lower than a month previous at $900,000. The median sale price rose 8.1% compared to the $755,000 median sale price a year ago in May 2025.

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

$542.22 is the average price per square foot for homes Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This is a decrease compared to the $562.05 average price per square foot last month, May 2026, and an increase compared to the $512 average a year prior in May 2025. Currently, a 0 SQFT House at 303 Live Oak Street in Emerald Isle, North Carolina has the lowest price per square foot at $255.42, while a 0 SQFT House at 3907 Ocean Drive in Emerald Isle, North Carolina has the highest at $1,367.19.

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

$917,000 is the median list price for homes for sale in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This is an increase compared to the $816,000 median sale price last month, May 2026, and an increase compared to the $755,000 median sale price a year prior in May 2025.

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

100 days on market is the May 2026 average for homes for sale in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This represents an increase from the previous month's average of 97 days on market, and an increase from the same month the year prior of 45 days on market average. Most recently, a 4+ bedrooms, 5+ bathrooms, and .46 acres House at 9813 Sandy Court 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, and .45 acres has been on the market for 819 days.