Ellen Kugel

The Oceanaire Realty

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About
As your agent, you will quickly recognize that I’m different. I don’t just open doors and send properties—I make dreams come true. My extensive background in construction, insurance, and real estate ensures there are no surprises and no questions unanswered. My superpower is negotiating your best terms—price, closing terms, and concessions. Whether you are selling or buying, you want me on your team. As a sales leader, I’ve quickly set myself apart from others, and my clients feel that differentiation. From the very beginning, my clients understand how their needs and wants come first and quickly recognize the value I bring to the table. When working with me, first-time buyers feel empowered and educated; those new to the coast quickly embrace the communities through the resources I provide, and all of my clients benefit from my network of professionals who support them on their journey—making their move the most enjoyable, stress-free experience it should be!
Highlights *
58
Recent sales
$69K-$775K
Price range
$322K
Median price
3
Years experience

Recent Listings & Sales

Address Sold Date Sold Price Represented
230 Belvedere Dr
Holly Ridge, NC 28445
7/14/2026 $329,000 Buyer
79 Ridgecrest Dr
Chocowinity, NC 27817
6/22/2026 $557,000 Buyer
82 Fishing Creek Dr
New Bern, NC 28562
6/19/2026 $322,400 Buyer
244 Red Fox Run Dr
Wallace, NC 28466
5/29/2026 $530,000 Buyer
214 Rae St
Warsaw, NC 28398
5/28/2026 $185,000 Buyer

Transaction History *

Seller Deals

Total Deals
4
Total Value
$1,843,000
Median Sale Price
$424,000
Price Range
$220K - $775K

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
54
Total Value
$17,813,218
Median Sale Price
$322,200
Price Range
$69K - $628K

Sales Volume Timeline

Ellen Kugel’s production volume for the past 3 year period Q3 ’23 Q3 2023: $229K Q4 ’23 Q4 2023: $335K Q1 ’24 Q1 2024: $1.1M Q2 ’24 Q2 2024: $1.1M Q3 ’24 Q3 2024: $1.1M Q4 ’24 Q4 2024: $1.4M Q1 ’25 Q1 2025: $1.5M Q2 ’25 Q2 2025: $1.8M Q3 ’25 Q3 2025: $2.6M Q4 ’25 Q4 2025: $1.2M Q1 ’26 Q1 2026: $2.1M Q2 ’26 Q2 2026: $4.8M Q3 ’26 Q3 2026: $329K Q3 2023 Total Sales $229K Q4 2023 Total Sales $335K Q1 2024 Total Sales $1.1M Q2 2024 Total Sales $1.1M Q3 2024 Total Sales $1.1M Q4 2024 Total Sales $1.4M Q1 2025 Total Sales $1.5M Q2 2025 Total Sales $1.8M Q3 2025 Total Sales $2.6M Q4 2025 Total Sales $1.2M Q1 2026 Total Sales $2.1M Q2 2026 Total Sales $4.8M Q3 2026 (Jul 1-Aug 4) Total Sales $329K

Professional Info

Brokerage

The Oceanaire Realty
308 U.S. 17
Holly Ridge, NC 28445

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
NC 345308

Awards

  • Top Producer Rookie Year 2024
  • Top Producer 2025

Specialties

  • First-time buyers
  • Flipping & rehab
  • Luxury properties
  • Military
  • Recreation & Vacation
  • Relocation

Hobbies

  • Art
  • Community Activities
  • Family
  • Food & Cooking

Education

University of Massachusetts- Amherst
Graduate Degree, Business Communications
1980 - 1985

Top Cities *

New Bern

  • 9 sales past 3 years
  • $321K median price

Hampstead

  • 9 sales past 3 years
  • 42 days on market
  • $530K median price

Holly Ridge

  • 6 sales past 3 years
  • 36 days on market
  • $329K median price

* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.