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 January of 2026, prices for Emerald Isle, North Carolina homes for sale were up 16.7% compared to the previous year. The median sale price was $828,000; on average, they sold within 66 days compared to 126 days on market the previous year. There were 15 homes for sale in January 2026, an increase from 10 during the same month in the previous year.

How many homes are for sale in Emerald Isle NC?

There are 160 homes in Emerald Isle, North Carolina for sale. Last month, there were 22 listings, and 14 a year prior in January 2025. The newest listing for sale has 1+ bedroom, 1+ bathroom, and 364 SQFT for $239,000 at 2306 Emerald Drive #1.

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 $828,000 in January 2026, which is lower than a month previous at $1,150,000. The median sale price rose 16.7% compared to the $709,500 median sale price a year ago in January 2025.

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

$569.94 is the average price per square foot for homes Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This is an increase compared to the $538.05 average price per square foot last month, January 2026, and an increase compared to the $494 average a year prior in January 2025. Currently, a 1,048 SQFT condo at 10300 Coast Guard Road #103 A in Emerald Isle, North Carolina has the lowest price per square foot at $54.39, while a 1,246 SQFT house at 2111 Ocean Drive in Emerald Isle, North Carolina has the highest at $1,436.6.

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

$985,000 is the median list price for homes for sale in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This is an increase compared to the $828,000 median sale price last month, January 2026, and an increase compared to the $709,500 median sale price a year prior in January 2025.

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

66 days on market is the January 2026 average for homes for sale in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This represents a decrease from the previous month's average of 112 days on market, and a decrease from the same month the year prior of 126 days on market average. Most recently, a 4+ bedrooms, 3+ bathrooms, 1,888 SQFT, and .29 acres house at 307 Ocean Oaks Drive 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 690 days.