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* 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.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Dare County real estate market. *
May 2026
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (May 2026).
Dare County is seeing steady listing activity with 856 homes on the market in May and a months-of-supply figure of 5.9, pointing to a neutral balance between buyers and sellers. New listings fell sharply from April, yet they were still higher than a year ago, while pending sales climbed more than 14 percent year over year. Homes are also moving faster than in recent months, with the typical property taking about 68 days to go under contract.
Prices have been edging up as this inventory and contract flow shifts. The typical home value reached about $660,500 in May, rising roughly 10 percent from April and nearly 5 percent compared with last year. List prices are increasing more modestly, up a little over 2 percent year over year, suggesting sellers are adjusting expectations while buyers remain active at higher price points.
Conditions look somewhat different from the broader North Carolina market, where the median sale price is lower and supply sits closer to 4.3 months. In Dare County, only a small share of homes are selling above list, and the average sale-to-list ratio is just under 97 percent, indicating buyers have some room to negotiate even as prices trend upward. With neutral conditions and shifting dynamics by price range and property type, buyers and sellers can both benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a local agent who knows how to navigate this market.
Dare County offers residents a welcoming coastal lifestyle with pristine beaches, abundant outdoor recreation, a close-knit community, and diverse opportunities for work, education, and everyday living.
Dare County immediately sets itself apart from other coastal areas with its balance of world-famous beaches and tight-knit year round communities. From the oceanfront stretches of Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills to the historic village streets of Manteo, the county offers a strong sense of identity that locals protect and newcomers quickly appreciate.
Life here revolves around the water and protected natural spaces. Residents make regular use of Jockey’s Ridge State Park, the multi-use paths through Kitty Hawk, and the soundside accesses perfect for kayaking and sunset views. Families value the local schools such as Dare County Schools and community hubs like Dare County Library and the Dare County Parks & Recreation facilities.
Local heritage is on display at the Wright Brothers National Memorial and along the waterfront in Manteo, where restaurants, marinas, and small shops create a walkable setting. Year round festivals and fishing tournaments reinforce a community that welcomes visitors while maintaining a lived-in feel.
Because Dare County’s housing market responds strongly to seasonal demand and second-home interest, timing and preparation matter. Whether you are planning a permanent move, weighing an investment property, or considering selling a longtime family home, having a knowledgeable local agent is essential. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right Dare County real estate professional so they can move confidently when the moment is right.
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“Best agent I ever worked with. I could not ask for a better person. I worked with two other agents from different company prior to her and did not work out so, I know I am not an easy customer to please. She was knowledgeble, professional, on-time, and always communicated within seconds. I would highly recommend that anyone to work with her.”
“Jeff and his entire team were a pleasure to work with. They made the entire sales transaction seamless which is very unusual. We would recommend Jeff in a heartbeat.”
“Ava Lajoie was a pleasure and a joy to work with Ava was very professional in every respect. Ava stayed in close contact with us through the entire process. Ava attenion to detail was profounding amazing. Ava worked with the veterans loan agent reprenting us with quality care and and gained the trust and respect of all parties. Ava helped us negociate for the best deal possible. Ava's knowledge of the housing market are truly profound. My wife and I would recommend Ava to family and friends with confidence that Ava would give them the same great service. Century has some great agents and AVA LAJOIE is number one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
“Our experience with Melissa was outstanding in all aspects and we appreciated her strong customer focus! She was exceptionally knowledgeable and provided great insight for our out of state move and home purchase. We would highly recommed Melissa without any hesitation what so ever!!”
“My experience was everything with purchasing my first home with you, I really appreciate you so much and working with me from beginning til the end, I can't thank you enough for getting me to the closing table.”
“Ms. Simpson truly is an exceptional agent, time and time again she has worked deligently on our behalf. Always a hard worker and a superb communicator, she has always shown her humble expertise and knowledge, a well versed subject matter expert. Above all, her patience and loyalty set the standard for our trust in her abilities to make the process work for all that is involved.”
“We can't say enough good things about The Sold by Starkey Team! Being fairly new to the area, their advice and knowledge were a huge help and it didn't feel like they were simply just trying to find us any house - they worked hard to find us the RIGHT house, that fit all of our requirements (and there were many!). We are very try grateful for our positive experience and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.”
“Kat was great to work with and looked after our interests thru the entire process. Highly recommend.”
“Went thru a lot trying to sell my property,but even theu all the hassle Brody was patient and made it happen. HIGHLY recommend this fella if your in need of realtor thats gonna make it happen. All and all 10 out of 10 would use'm again!”
“This dynamic duo is highly recommended!! They sold our previous home, so we asked for their help on our property search. What better endorsement than to use them again? They're very caring, thorough, sincere, knowledgeable, attentive, conscientious, and so much more! The adjectives are endless, but suffice it to say you can't go wrong with them on your side! We are truly appreciative and thank God for them!”
“This was the easiest real estate transaction I've had, either as a seller or buyer. Vanessa Speight answered all of my questions quickly and knowledgebly. Her guidance helped me find the home that best suited my and my family's needs. Easy process for this out-of-state buyer, highly recommended agent. Thank you!”
“Working with Pamela was an answer to our family's prayers. Selling a home can be a wild and stressful journey, especially when you are juggling a simultaneous purchase with shifting dates, but Pamela navigated all the twists and turns with ease and got our house sold in exactly 19 days! Her communication is top-notch, and she took so much of the burden off our plate, making a highly stressful situation feel easy and manageable despite the very tight deadlines. I've never met someone who cares about their craft with such a high level of professionalism, heart, and dedication. She completely shattered our expectations and delivered results far greater than I ever hoped for. 'Above and beyond' doesn't even begin to describe how impressed we are with her. Pamela is, without a doubt, the greatest realtor by a mile. If you need a listing agent, she is the one!”
“Anthony is always phenomenal! Anthony helped us purchase our first home. A few years later, when our family grew, Anthony helped us sell the same home. Anthony has always been very knowledgeable, pleasant, and flexible with us every time we've needed him. When we inevitably buy another home, Anthony will be the person we go to!”
“Jody was truly exceptional in every way! He was extremely responsive and resourceful. He was always providing very relevant and useful information. He is an excellent listener. This is critical, to me, for any professional agent to truly provide sound guidance. I would highly recommend Jody and his team to help you with your residential real estate needs.”
“I highly recommend Mitzi Bratt to anyone who needs to sell or buy housing or property. She was very thorough in everything she did pertaining to the sell of our property and was always available to answer any questions we had. She was professional in everything she did. Thank you Mitzi for helping us.”
“Bill was knowledgeable about what the price should be and what was selling in the area. He was always responsive and helpful with anything we needed. This was the second time using Bill and he was quick to sell both properties! He went above and beyond to make sure the house looked its best even helping with staging and other things!”
“From the first meeting we appreciated Kimberly's knowledge and willingness to work with us and her presentation. It was simple, straightforward and clear. Her photographer was top knotch and excellent and within a few days our home was in MLS with beautiful pictures. Every interaction was prompt and friendly all the way through final details and settlement. We would definitely hire Kimberly again and absolutely recommend her to others to sell their home. THANK YOU Kimberly!”
“Judy is a top notch realtor. She went above and beyond to help me sell my childhood home. During the deep freeze in Jan/Feb., she went to the home and made sure the heat was on and water was dripping so our pipes didn't freeze. Judy also stayed in touch with me regularly and was available to me when I needed her. Judy is very professional and I'm so glad she was there to help us sell my mother's home. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to sell a home.”
“Chris EXCEEDED our expectations. We have not bought a home in over 20 years and his knowledge, professionalism and above and beyond availability to answer every single question we had was impressive. He knew a house was out there for us and he found it! From the start of house hunting to closing, he was constantly in contact (even once during a Christmas vacation!). Moving from 14 hours away, he was our eyes and ears, and we cannot thank him enough for his true honesty. We will definitely use Chris again (but we hope to never sell!) Thank you does not even seem like enough, and we are so grateful for your expertise Chris!”
“Working with Liz was an amazing experience during the purchase of our first home! Liz was pivotal in us figuring out our ideal home style and what was around that fit our needs. Once we found THE home for us Liz worked even harder to get us the best price and all of the best inspectors and lawyers to complete the process. We couldn't imagine going this process again with anyone but Liz and will be referencing her to all of our friends!”
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