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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 coastal living at its best in this beautifully maintained second floor, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath oceanfront condo in the peaceful, gated community of Point Emerald ...
Oceanfront Luxury Redefined Welcome to Summer Solstice, an extraordinary oceanfront retreat where timeless coastal elegance meets modern luxury. Completed in 2020, thi...
Welcome to 300 Oyster Cut! This beautifully maintained 3BR/2.5BA home in desirable Cedar Key offers an ideal blend of comfort, space, and coastal living. The inviting ope...
Welcome to 216 Rockledge Rd, where living becomes a lifestyle. Whether you're enjoying this just-under-2,000-square-foot, 4-bedroom home, the roomy yard, or the timeless ...
ONE LEVEL HOME IN ESTABLISHED CAMBRIDGE DOWNS NEIGHBORHOOD!! 3BR/2BA with vaulted ceilings, and split bedroom floor plan. Large lot with fenced in backyard. Home has big ...
Nestled on 1.38 picturesque acres, this beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and privacy. Enjoy the outdoors from the inviti...
Privacy. Space. A workshop. A piece of Eastern North Carolina history. If that's been on your wish list, you've just found it. Nestled on over 1.3 acres surrounded by ...
Enjoy coastal living without the high price tag! This home is ready to move in today! Just minutes from area beaches and amenities. Split floor plan with bedrooms on th...
This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 1,200 square feet of comfortable living space. The spacious backyard provides plenty of room to relax or enterta...
This 3-bedroom brick ranch offers timeless appeal with thoughtful updates, including an updated kitchen, newer windows, and a new HVAC system. Conveniently located just o...
5-bedroom second-row cottage on desirable Club Colony Drive with beautiful ocean views. Ideally located near the beach access, this coastal retreat offers expansive ocea...
Large open contemporary home with Circular Drive, 3 bedroom 2 1/2 baths attached oversized 1 car garage with workshop, large open Great Room opening to huge new Deck, Din...
Space, versatility, and convenience come together in this beautifully maintained home offering three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and multiple flexible living spac...
Welcome home to this charming one-story home offering the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and outdoor living. Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and si...
Experience waterfront living in this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home located in the gated community of Fairfield Harbour. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a ...

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