28516 — Beaufort, NC Home Values
Typical home value $429,315 as of June 2026 · 3rd of 15 in Morehead City, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28516, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28516 compares in the Morehead City, NC area
ZIP code 28516 (Beaufort, NC) has a typical home value of $429,315 as of June 2026, ranking 3rd of 15 ZIP codes tracked in the Morehead City, NC area, more expensive than about 87% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +34.4%, from $319,404 in June 2021 to $429,315 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Morehead City, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Morehead City.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28516 has a population of 11,143, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 78.7% White, 13.2% Black or African American, 4.8% two or more races, 1.4% American Indian or Alaska Native, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino, 0.5% another race, and 0.2% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Carteret High | 3263 Hwy 70 E, Beaufort, NC | 5.2 mi |
| Tiller School | 1950 Live Oak Street, Beaufort, NC | 8.4 mi |
| Down East Middle and Smyrna Elementary | 174 Marshallberg Road, Smyrna, NC | 8.5 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 28516?
$429,315 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28516 an expensive ZIP code in the Morehead City, NC area?
28516 ranks 3rd of 15 ZIP codes in the Morehead City, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 87% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28516 changed over the past year?
+4.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28516?
11,143, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28516?
East Carteret High (5.2 mi), Tiller School (8.4 mi), Down East Middle and Smyrna Elementary (8.5 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 28516?
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 Morehead City, 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.