28449 — Kure Beach, NC Home Values
Typical home value $759,973 as of June 2026 · 2nd of 18 in Wilmington, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28449, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28449 compares in the Wilmington, NC area
ZIP code 28449 (Kure Beach, NC) has a typical home value of $759,973 as of June 2026, ranking 2nd of 18 ZIP codes tracked in the Wilmington, NC area, more expensive than about 94% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -1.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +29.7%, from $585,727 in June 2021 to $759,973 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Wilmington, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Wilmington.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28449 has a population of 2,017, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 96.6% White, 2.6% Hispanic or Latino, 0.6% two or more races, and 0.2% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carolina Beach Elementary | 400 South 4th St, Carolina Beach, NC | 4.7 mi |
| Southport Elementary | 701 West 9th Street, Southport, NC | 6.1 mi |
| South Brunswick High | 280 Cougar Drive BSL, Southport, NC | 6.3 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28449?
$759,973 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28449 an expensive ZIP code in the Wilmington, NC area?
28449 ranks 2nd of 18 ZIP codes in the Wilmington, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 94% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28449 changed over the past year?
-1.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28449?
2,017, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28449?
Carolina Beach Elementary (4.7 mi), Southport Elementary (6.1 mi), South Brunswick High (6.3 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28449?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Wilmington, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.