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First Carolina REALTORS® is a locally owned real estate company serving buyers and sellers throughout Craven, Carteret, and Onslow Counties, from Havelock and New Bern to Emerald Isle, Morehead City, Beaufort, and Swansboro. Our team helps clients find homes for sale, investment properties, waterfront homes, and new construction throughout Eastern North Carolina's Crystal Coast region.
Whether you're PCSing to MCAS Cherry Point, relocating to the New Bern area, or searching for waterfront property along the Crystal Coast, our agents know every market we cover, from affordable starter homes near Cherry Point to oceanfront condos in Emerald Isle and Atlantic Beach.
Why Buy Real Estate in the Crystal Coast and Cherry Point Region
This region attracts three primary types of buyers: military families stationed at Cherry Point, retirees and relocating professionals drawn to affordable coastal living, and investors seeking strong rental demand near a major military installation. Home prices vary widely by area, from $250K to $350K in Havelock to premium waterfront pricing in Carteret County, giving buyers options at nearly every budget across the region.
Explore Homes by Area
Havelock – Affordable, military-friendly neighborhoods minutes from MCAS Cherry Point's main gate.
Cherry Point – Get the full guide to base housing, BAH, schools, and the neighborhoods active-duty families choose most, built for your move, not just your home search.
New Bern – Historic riverfront living with shopping, hospitals, and an easy commute to Cherry Point.
Emerald Isle and Atlantic Beach – Oceanfront and waterfront homes on the Crystal Coast.
Morehead City and Beaufort – Waterfront properties, marinas, and small-town coastal charm.
Swansboro and Onslow County – Intracoastal Waterway access near Jacksonville and the region's bases.
Crystal Coast Real Estate Advantages
Affordability: Inland communities like Havelock and New Bern offer homes 30 to 40 percent less expensive than oceanfront markets like Emerald Isle and Atlantic Beach.
Investment potential: Strong, consistent rental demand driven by PCS cycles at MCAS Cherry Point.
Lifestyle variety: From riverfront and waterway access to oceanfront beaches, every community offers a different way to enjoy coastal living.
Local expertise: Our agents work across the entire region, so you get one team that knows every market, not just one town.
Search Crystal Coast and Cherry Point Homes for Sale
Browse current listings below, or contact First Carolina REALTORS® for a personalized home search based on your location preferences, budget, and timeline, including PCS move dates.
Experience sunsets only the Crystal Coast can offer, and stunning, unobstructed 3rd floor views of the Intracoastal Waterway, while watching the boats sail by from the pr...
Enjoy the best of Emerald Isle oceanfront living from Unit B2, a second-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo with AMAZING OCEANFRONT VIEWS in the desirable Pier Pointe community...
Welcome to 606 Barbour Road! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a desirable split-bedroom floor plan, with two spacious bedrooms and a full bath on...
Location, Location, Location! Welcome to 4827 Hwy 24, a charming 1940s cottage situated on 1.25 acres at the corner of BJ Taylor Road and Hwy 24, conveniently located dir...
216 Carolina Pines Blvd is a fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,437 square feet on a .46-acre lot backing up to 83 acres of protected NC Coastal Land Trust...
The Jewel of Carolina Colours! The Commons, this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow offers an inviting blend of comfort, style, and upgraded amenities. Hepa HVAC system...
Welcome to Lot 61 featuring the functional and open Quentin floor plan! Offering 2,324 sq. ft. of well-designed living space, this home features a convenient main-level l...
Welcome to Lot 60 featuring the thoughtful Garland floor plan! This spacious 2,316 sq. ft. home features a main-level primary suite complete with a luxurious walk-in tile...
Welcome to Lot 59 featuring the functional Sadler floor plan! Designed with effortless main-level living in mind, the first floor boasts an open-concept living room, dini...
Welcome to Lot 56 featuring the popular Yardley floor plan! Offering 1,875 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this home features a seamless open-concept main level s...
This fabulous, fully-furnished condo is nestled among one of Emerald Isle's premiere waterfront locations within the popular gated community of Sound of the Sea. Ideally ...
Investor special with excellent potential in the established Colonial Heights neighborhood of New Bern. This three bedroom, one bath home is ready for renovation and offe...
Welcome to 102 Periwinkle Drive, your opportunity to enjoy the best of Emerald Isle living! This furnished 4-bedroom, 2-bath coastal home is located just a short distance...
The ''Keaton'' is under construction in the Hutton Pointe phase of Bluewater Rise. Contract now & make design center color selections! Builder offering $10,000 in buyer c...
Beautiful farmhouse on 7 acres, featuring in ground pool, pickleball/basketball court, huge front porch, massive screened in back porch, trails through the woods, and pri...

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