OBX Market Update | June 2026

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Steady Performance and a Surge in High End Sales!

June closed with 161 sales, nearly identical to May in both volume and year‑over‑year performance — a steady, flat trend that reflects a consistent summer market. Homes moved a bit faster this month, with the average days on market dropping to 63, a slight improvement over the previous two months.

For the past five years, our market has never averaged more than 90 days on market in any month! Back in 2019, the year ended with an average of 117 days on market. Homes priced to the market tend to sell faster!

June MLS Fun Facts:

• On average, property sold for 95% of the original asking price, which has been pretty steady in this range all year.
• 33 properties sold for 100% or higher than the original asking price!
• 46 of the 161 properties were cash transactions and 9 were purchased using VA/FHA financing.
• 146 properties went under contract in June. This is down from the two previous months of 175 and 179.
• Of the 201 listings in June, 39 have either been sold (2) or are currently under contract (37).
• 30 single-family homes sold for under $500k
• 24 homes sold for over $1 Million, including 5 selling for $2 Million and higher!
• A semi-oceanfront, new construction home in Kill Devil Hills with 7 bedrooms, 8 full and 2 partial baths and 3,926 square feet sold for $2,525,000 making it the highest sale of the month!

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Outer Banks Mid-Year Market Update.

The Outer Banks market found renewed momentum in the second quarter! After a sluggish start to the year, Q2 delivered three straight months of growth and a 7% increase in units sold compared to Q2 of 2025. This rebound has brought year‑to‑date performance back to level ground, with units and sales volume now essentially flat, each up less than half a percent.

High-end sales are surging, with 38 transactions above $2 million, a significant jump from 23 at this time last year. Of the 38 sales above $2 million, only 13 were cash transactions, underscoring that today’s luxury buyers aren’t letting higher interest rates stand in the way of securing premium Outer Banks properties at the current home values.

Pricing remains stable. The Average Sales Price of $759,502 is virtually unchanged year over year, while the Median Sales Price of $615,000 reflects a modest 4% decline. Overall, the market continues to show resilience despite early-year softness.

Below is a five-year look at mid-year Average and Median Sales Prices. The Average Sales Price is just 2% below 2022, one of the strongest years in recent memory, while the Median Sales Price has risen 3% over the same period—reinforcing long-term stability across the broader market.

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We reached out to David Joyner, Vice President & Mortgage Sales Manager of our local Towne Bank for his advice to buyers considering making a purchase this year:

"As we move through the summer season on the Outer Banks, I wanted to share a quick update on the mortgage market and what it means for you as a homebuyer.

Mortgage rates have remained relatively stable, with 30-year fixed rates continuing to hover around the mid-6% range. While rates are still higher than many buyers experienced a few years ago, many people are finding that waiting for the "perfect" rate can mean missing out on the right property. The good news is that financing options continue to be available for a wide variety of buyers and property types.

Whether you're looking for a primary residence, a second home, a condo, or an investment property, there are loan programs available that may help make your purchase more affordable than you expect. We've recently helped buyers purchase second homes with as little as 10% down and have successfully financed condos throughout the area.

If you're considering a purchase this year, one of the most important steps you can take is getting prequalified. A prequalification gives you a clear understanding of your buying power and allows you to move quickly when the right property becomes available.

As you continue your home search, don't hesitate to reach out with questions about monthly payments, down payment options, or financing scenarios on specific properties. We're here to help you understand your options and make informed decisions every step of the way."

David Joyner Vice President | Mortgage Sales ManagerNMLS# 116874

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