Cities with the most expensive homes in North Carolina
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, plays a huge role for buyers.
The typical home value in the United States was $372,057 in June, 1.1% higher than the year before.
High mortgage rates are also making monthly payments more expensive; as of July 16, the sits at 6.55%.
Although home prices have inflated all across the U.S., there are some cities that command a higher price tag than others. Location, size, age, and condition are all contributing factors to home value.
compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in North Carolina using data from . Cities are ranked by the Zillow Home Values Index for all homes as of June 2026. The charts in this story were created automatically using .
Metros with the most cities in the top 30 in North Carolina
#1. Kill Devil Hills, NC: 5
#2. Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC-NC: 4
#2. Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC: 4
#2. Wilmington, NC: 4
#5. Cullowhee, NC: 3
#6. Morehead City, NC: 2
#6. Brevard, NC: 2
#6. Durham-Chapel Hill, NC: 2
#9. Boone, NC: 1
#9. Raleigh-Cary, NC: 1
#9. Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC: 1
