The most expensive homes in North Carolina are in Wrightsville Beach, with a typical value of $1.67M and a 5-year increase of 62.6%. Other high-value cities include Bald Head Island ($1.38M), Cashiers ($1.36M), Marvin ($1.22M), and Weddington ($1.04M). Home values vary widely, with many coastal and metro areas showing significant 5-year price growth despite some recent slight declines.