Homes under $500K for sale in Sunset Beach, NC

Homes listed under $500,000.

118

For sale now

9 new this week

$294,945

Middle asking price

$229/sq ft

$292,878

Middle sale price

228 sold, last 12 mo

94.1%

Of first asking price

what sellers received

63

Days on market

typical, last 12 mo

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As of October 22, 2026, there are 118 homes under $500K for sale in Sunset Beach, NC, with a middle asking price of $294,945 (from $189,000 to $499,800). 9 came on the market in the last week. Another 29 are under contract.

In the 12 months through October 22, 2026, 228 sold at a middle price of $292,878, typically for 94.1% of the first asking price after about 63 days on the market.

The most choices right now are in Sea Trail Plantation, Sandpiper Bay, Southshore Bay.

Newest homes under $500K in Sunset Beach

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Price mix

  • Under $300K67
  • $300K–$500K51
  • $500K–$750K0
  • $750K–$1M0
  • $1M+0

Where they are

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Questions, answered

How many homes under $500K are for sale in Sunset Beach, NC?

As of October 22, 2026, there are 118 homes under $500K for sale in Sunset Beach, NC, with a middle asking price of $294,945 (from $189,000 to $499,800). 9 came on the market in the last week. Another 29 are under contract.

What do homes under $500K cost in Sunset Beach, NC?

As of October 22, 2026, the middle asking price is $294,945, about $229 per square foot for a typical 1,292 sq ft. Under $300K: 67; $300K–$500K: 51.

What did homes under $500K sell for in Sunset Beach, NC last year?

In the 12 months through October 22, 2026, 228 sold at a middle price of $292,878, typically for 94.1% of the first asking price after about 63 days on the market.

How fast do homes under $500K sell in Sunset Beach, NC?

In the 12 months through October 22, 2026 they typically sold in about 63 days, at 94.1% of the first asking price.

Which communities in Sunset Beach, NC have the most homes under $500K for sale?

As of October 22, 2026, Sea Trail Plantation (40), Sandpiper Bay (20), Southshore Bay (11), Waterway Landing SB (9), Wyndfall (6), Colony I (5).

How do I estimate a monthly payment on a home in Sunset Beach, NC?

A mortgage payment has two parts: principal and interest, which depend on the price, your down payment and the rate a lender offers you; and the costs on top — property taxes, homeowners insurance (and flood insurance near the water), HOA dues where there's an association, and mortgage insurance if you put less than 20% down. Each home's page has a calculator that uses the rate you've been quoted and that home's own taxes and HOA dues from the listing. For your actual rate and Annual Percentage Rate (APR), ask a licensed lender — we can introduce you to Joey Milam at Alpha Mortgage Advantage, or you're free to choose any lender.

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Figures are computed live from MLS listing data for Sunset Beach, NC, under $500k only. Middle = median. Listing data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.