Real Estate Investing in Minnesott Beach, North Carolina (28510)

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Pamlico County • Population: 1,452 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 28510 (Minnesott Beach, NC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (46/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 33.7% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 27.2 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $358,666
Avg Monthly Rent $1,098
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $54,757
% Renters 21.9%

Market Analysis: 28510 Minnesott Beach

ZIP 28510 inside Pamlico County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $359K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

The investment case in 28510 is durable only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $359K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Within NC, ZIP 28510 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Pamlico County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and durable enough to shape underwriting.

Who lives in 28510 is part of why the ZIP is priced as it is. The demographic profile requires hands-on management, tight screening, and local knowledge.

New investors are better served looking at Minnesott Beach's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 28510. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Minnesott Beach:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 60/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+10.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,098/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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BALANCED MARKET
New Bern, NC Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
57 days
Average time to sell
Average
8.7%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from New Bern, NC metro data
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Property Strategy for 28510

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
3.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+10.9% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$120,473/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $264,893 $1,220 3.3% +10.9% $132,447
3BR $361,418 $1,510 3.0% +9.1% $120,473

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$375K$329K$284K$238K$192K$147KJan 2015Oct 2020Jul 2026

📊 How Does 28510 Compare?

Metric 28510 Minnesott Beach New Bern, NC North Carolina
Home Value $358,666 $358,666 N/A $330,565
5-Year CAGR 8.0% 8.0% N/A 7.8%
Avg Rent $1,098 $1,098 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.4% 2.4% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.4%
Low
5yr Growth
+8.0%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on New Bern, NC metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
61%
Days Pending
1/2
57 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $358,666
Monthly Rent $1,098
Price-to-Rent 27.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.7%
Cap Rate 2.4%
5-Year IRR 10.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +10.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +8.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.4%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
33.7%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+8.0%
Growing
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 28510

Population: 1,452

💰 Median Household Income
$54,757
This area
$54,757
State
$63,256
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
21.9%
This area
21.9%
State
27.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.4%
This area
3.4%
State
-19.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
27.2%
This area
27.2%
State
0.5%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
59.4 years
This area
59.4 years
State
6.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
33.7%
This area
33.7%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 79.5%
Black/African American 15.2%
Other/Mixed 4.7%
Hispanic/Latino 2.8%
Asian 0.6%
👶 Under 18
11.2%
This area
11.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
34.0%
This area
34.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
16.6%
This area
16.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 28510

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
14.6:1 Avg Class Size
$14,855 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Arapahoe Charter School

📚 K – 12 K-12 Charter
👥
475 Students
👨‍🏫
14.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,855 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby 189 Off-Campus Students
C
Pamlico Community College
379 students · 4.5 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental occupancy rate in Minnesott Beach, NC?

Minnesott Beach, NC sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader NC rental market.

Are tenants stable in Minnesott Beach, NC?

Minnesott Beach, NC offers a consistent renter base at the $1,098/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

What is it like being a landlord in Minnesott Beach, NC?

Minnesott Beach, NC falls under NC landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

Can owner-occupants cash flow in Minnesott Beach, NC?

House hacking works a challenging in Minnesott Beach, NC. Rents of $1,098/mo against $359K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

What is the average home sale price in Minnesott Beach, NC?

Homes in Minnesott Beach, NC typically sell near $359K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which stable long-term demand.

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