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Waves real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Waves real estate market. *

Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot

Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

Median sale price
$640K
-0.8% from Q2 '26
Median list price
$638K
-16% from Q2 '26
Active listings
22
-15% from Q2 '26
Homes sold
5
+67% from Q2 '26
New pendings
7
+75% from Q2 '26
New listings
6
-33% from Q2 '26

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Waves

Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Waves Q4 '21 Q4 '22 Q4 '23 Q4 '24 Q4 '25 Q3 '26 Median sale price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $643K Median sale price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $705K Median sale price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $685K Median sale price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $745K Median sale price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $525K Median sale price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $628K Median sale price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $1M Median sale price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $910K Median sale price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $799K Median sale price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $725K Median sale price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $755K Median sale price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $905K Median sale price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $725K Median sale price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $672K Median sale price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $780K Median sale price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $1.2M Median sale price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $695K Median sale price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $619K Median sale price in Apr 2026 - Jun 2026: $645K Median sale price in Jul 2026 - Sep 2026: $640K Median list price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $783K Median list price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $699K Median list price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $799K Median list price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $532K Median list price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $499K Median list price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $990K Median list price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $930K Median list price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $599K Median list price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $899K Median list price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $784K Median list price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $862K Median list price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $742K Median list price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $629K Median list price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $895K Median list price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $985K Median list price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $659K Median list price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $725K Median list price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $689K Median list price in Apr 2026 - Jun 2026: $760K Median list price in Jul 2026 - Sep 2026: $638K Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 Median sale price $643K Median list price $783K Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 Median sale price $705K Median list price $699K Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 Median sale price $685K Median list price $799K Jul 2022 - Sep 2022 Median sale price $745K Median list price $532K Oct 2022 - Dec 2022 Median sale price $525K Median list price $499K Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 Median sale price $628K Median list price $990K Apr 2023 - Jun 2023 Median sale price $1M Median list price $930K Jul 2023 - Sep 2023 Median sale price $910K Median list price $599K Oct 2023 - Dec 2023 Median sale price $799K Median list price $899K Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 Median sale price $725K Median list price $784K Apr 2024 - Jun 2024 Median sale price $755K Median list price $862K Jul 2024 - Sep 2024 Median sale price $905K Median list price $742K Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 Median sale price $725K Median list price $629K Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 Median sale price $672K Median list price $895K Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 Median sale price $780K Median list price $985K Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 Median sale price $1.2M Median list price $659K Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 Median sale price $695K Median list price $725K Jan 2026 - Mar 2026 Median sale price $619K Median list price $689K Apr 2026 - Jun 2026 Median sale price $645K Median list price $760K Jul 2026 - Sep 2026 Median sale price $640K Median list price $638K
Median sale price
Median list price
* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.
31
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
25
50
75
100

Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).

Waves currently leans toward sellers, with the market gauge at 31, but conditions are relatively slow and inventory is plentiful. With about 10.9 months of supply and homes taking a median of 105 days to go under contract in this rolling three-month view through September 2026, buyers have time to compare options even though it is technically a seller’s market.

Prices have adjusted sharply from a year ago, as the typical home value is down more than 48 percent year over year in this rolling period. At the same time, activity is livelier than last year, with homes sold up more than 400 percent and pending sales more than tripling compared with the same period a year earlier, while active listings are also higher year over year.

Listing trends add another layer to the picture, with the median list price down slightly year over year and new listings rising more than 20 percent in the rolling three-month window. Since the average sale-to-list ratio is around 97 percent and no recent sales closed above asking, buyers may have room to negotiate while sellers still achieve close to their list price, and Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands these nuances in Waves.



Learn more about what Waves has to offer.

Waves offers residents a welcoming, beach-friendly community with easy access to outdoor recreation, tight-knit neighborhoods, and a relaxed, small-town vibe.

Waves is a small coastal community on Hatteras Island, known for its easy access to the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound, along with a laid‑back, year round lifestyle. Daily life here revolves around the water, whether you are launching a kiteboard, setting out for a morning surf, or walking the shoreline before work.

Residents appreciate that essential amenities are nearby. Groceries, outfitters, and casual dining cluster along NC Highway 12, with additional options in neighboring Rodanthe and Salvo. Families often tap into regional services, including schools in Dare County supported by the Dare County Schools district. For medical needs, clinics in the tri-village area and larger facilities in Nags Head expand your choices.

Outdoor recreation is a major part of livability. The Cape Hatteras National Seashore borders Waves, giving residents quick access to uncrowded beaches, off road vehicle ramps, and nature trails. Water sports are a draw at REAL Watersports, which anchors a small but active local scene. Nearby Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge offers birding, kayaking, and boardwalk hikes that feel worlds away but are a short drive from home.

Because Waves has a mix of year round homes, second residences, and vacation rentals, market nuances can be complex. A local real estate agent who understands rental potential, flood zones, and seasonal patterns can simplify decisions and reduce stress. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right Waves expert to navigate every step with confidence.

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“Kasey was great! She gave informed and truthful opinions on properties, locations, prices, etc. based on her extensive local knowledge. Her connections were invaluable when it came time for inspections and estimates. She was always very responsive to texts, emails, and phone calls. She helped us keep a positive attitude even when it seemed we wouldn't find anything we wanted. Kasey went well above and beyond the standard for realtors (between the two of us we have bought and sold nine houses). We could not recommend her higher, and we would absolutely use her again.”

hf8200 ·

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Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty
“We simply cannot recommend Ann Taylor Lusk highly enough.? Working with her was an absolute pleasure from start to finish! Ann's incredible knowledge and insight of the local OBX market and strategic pricing helped us get our home under contract very quickly, and for a price we were very happy with. She truly went above and beyond to ensure our house was ready for the market, providing invaluable advice on staging and preparation. Ann was always available to answer our endless questions and kept us informed every step of the way. She is proactive, detail-oriented, and deeply committed to her clients. Nowadays, it's quite rare to find this level of dedication, and we were~and always will be~ so grateful for her unwavering professionalism and genuine partnership. ~Kenny & Lisa Sharp”

Lisa Sharp ·

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Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty
“As a first-time homebuyer, working with Catherine was an amazing experience from start to finish. She was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and always took the time to explain each step of the process in a way that made everything feel manageable and stress-free. Catherine was always responsive, professional, and truly had our best interests at heart. She made what could have been an overwhelming experience feel exciting and smooth. We couldn't have asked for a better person to guide us through our first home purchase and would highly recommend her to anyone-especially first-time buyers.”

Catherine Melendez M. · Chesapeake, VA

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Berkshire Hathaway BHHS RW Towne Realty
“It was a short sale with a lot going on, and she was able to weather the storm She helped me buy my house and I wasn’t even in the state! Amazing work done by Lee.”

Carin Wagner ·

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World Class Realty
“We happily recommend Tammy! Because we live out of state, we didn’t know where to start when we made the decision to sell our inherited Nags Head condo. Fortunately, we found Tammy online and she guided us through the entire process. The condo needed some cosmetic updates and she put us in contact with a friendly, skilled handyman who had the condo ready in no time and at a reasonable cost. Tammy then staged it for us and had a professional photographer come in. The place looked amazing! The listing was only on the market for four days before we had numerous offers and a signed contract. Thank you Tammy, for guiding us through a difficult situation and making the entire process manageable, even from a distance!”

schoon jen ·

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Keller Williams Outer Banks Realty
“Adam and his team are exceptional! Adam is a great listener and truly understands the OBX market. He helped navigate the very competitive OBX market to negotiate a great oceanfront home. From the analysis of the property, the property management companies in the area, contactors/vendors, insurance agent/mortgage brokers, all of Adam's contacts were excellent and made the process of purchasing a home remotely in the OBX as smooth as possible. Look no further, Adam and his team are phenomenal! As someone who has purchased and sold several homes, I highly recommend Adam without any reservation!”

platinum4 ·

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Keller Williams The Myatt Group
“Real estate on Hatteras Island can be confusing because of all the regulatory bodies involved. I very much appreciated Sylvia’s knowledge and communication as we worked through the process to purchase raw land. If you’re looking to buy or sell on the island, I recommend Sylvia with no hesitation.”

juliaeverheart ·

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Colony Realty
“Elizabeth was everything you need and want in a real estate agent when selling your home. She was thorough, attentive, responsive and respectful of our home. Every detail was explained thoroughly from listing to offers, and although I'm sure she had other clients, she was always available to us whenever we reached out to her with a question or a concern. We had multiple showings, she always followed up with the showing agents, and gave us honest feedback. Our home sold within two weeks of listing!”

user170745 ·

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Keller Williams Realty
“We have enjoyed working with the Siers team over the years since we first moved to the OBX. We used Stacy amd Mike to purchase 2 houses and a lot while we were there. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell in the OBX.”

jgordon725 ·

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Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Howard Hanna Outer Banks Realty
“Rachel is on top of everything during the whole process of buying my home was always available to answer any questions or find out the answer. Would use Rachel again”

poppop50x3 ·

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Local Realty, LLC
“Maggie is amazing!! She went above and beyond to help us with our house buying journey. In this crazy housing market where I am sure she has so much going on, she made us feel like her top priority and was always available to chat and assist! As first time home buyers, we were completely new to the process and she explained it all so well and made us feel at ease. We would highly recommend Maggie!! She is so great and we will definitely use her again!!”

ashred0618 ·

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Lime Rock Realty
“Jessica always went above and beyond in her professionalism. Her attention to detail was amazing and she truly listened to us. We never felt rushed and she always had a great selection of homes lined up for us to see when we came down. She worked harder than any other real estate agent we have ever dealt with to help us find our forever home. Jessica is extremely knowledgeable and laser focused on the most current market conditions. She’s honest, dependable and tremendously driven to provide her clients with the best real estate experience and customer service possible. I would highly recommend Jessica Arnett for any type of real estate needs you may have in the OBX area.”

zuser20170422170615635 ·

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Luxury Realty Outer Banks
“Norma James was a very professional and knowledgeable agent. She assisted us in every way possible to sell our home. She provided guidance to help us prepare the home and walked with us through the whole process, especially during the trying times. She is a fantastic agent to work with and I would highly recommend her to anyone wishing to buy or sell a house in Elizabeth City, NC.”

bwcarr0ll ·

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Taylor Mueller Realty, Inc.
“Jeremy is the ultimate professional. He is attentive, responsive, ethical and most importantly honest. He truly has his clients best interest at heart and does not hesitate to do the right thing even if it means he has to personally sacrifice something. To say that it was a pleasure working with him is an understatement. If you are looking for someone that will give you 110% he’s your man. We will not hesitate to recommend him or work with him again.”

dianedrennan ·

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Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Howard Hanna Real Estate
“Alan Creech was the Realtor for my first home purchase. I looked at houses with other Realtors who had good reviews, but Alan helped me find my house the first day! Alan was very helpful throughout the entire home purchase process. He continues to stay in contact and answer any questions I may have long after the sale of my home. The one thing that sets Alan apart from other Realtors I've met is that he will tell you "I don't know" or "I'm not sure" immediately followed by "I will find out and get back to you" He will find out what he can and get back to you every time. When you are purchasing Real Estate or just looking the only thing better than a professional to answer your questions is to have a Realtor like Alan who has built a team of professionals around him who he will go to if you need something outside of what Alan already knows. (Which is a LOT) When I purchase my next property (my first investment property) he will be the only Realtor I use. In short Alan is extremely helpful, honest and resourceful.”

ryan.garrott ·

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Outer Banks Realty Group
“When my wife and I started to search for a weekend get away Matt provide the service we were looking for. Since we were about 2 hrs away being able to come down on a Saturday and look at multiple listings within our price range was invaluable. I highly recommend Matt.”

mwm71370 ·

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OBX Realty Group

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