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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.
Amazing renovations await you in Colony by the Sea! The unit has been completely updated with new bathrooms, kitchen cabinets, appliances, stunning counters, doors and mo...
Discover the versatility and charm of this unique 2.6-acre property conveniently located off the Highway 24 corridor along the Crystal Coast and within the highly regarde...
Your Coastal Carolina Home Awaits! Discover the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal living at 107 Poplar Dr, Havelock, NC. This freshly painted 3 bedroom, ...
Looking for a home you can make your own or your next investment opportunity? This 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch sits on a quarter-acre lot in the heart of New Bern, conv...
MOVE-IN READY AND WAITING FOR YOU! Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom property that is ready for its new owner! Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, lo...
Welcome home to this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick home nestled in an established neighborhood surrounded by mature landscaping. The private backyard offers a peaceful...
This stunning oceanfront home in Indian Beach's newest ocean-to-sound community offers the perfect blend of luxury and coastal charm. Featuring 5 spacious bedrooms and 4....
Light, bright, and beautifully inviting, this spacious Cedar Key home offers a coastal and open concept living area. Oversized windows fill the home with natural light, h...
A MUST-SEE PROPERTY FOR WATER LOVERS AND ADVENTURE SEEKERS WITH COMMUNITY BOAT RAMP ACCESS! Discover a unique property offering the perfect combination of comfortable ...
Tucked away on a secluded 1.3-acre wooded cul-de-sac lot in desirable Neuse Harbour, 116 Tremayne Drive is an extraordinary custom-built residence where timeless elegance...
Welcome to 418 Red Fox Trail, a charming home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Newport with no HOA. Outside, the newly landscaped front garden creates beautiful c...
Expansive Neuse River views take center stage in this stunning waterfront home in the Neuse Harbour community of New Bern. Every detail was purposefully considered in thi...
There's something special about a home that feels right from the moment you walk in, and this one, tucked away on a cul-de-sac in Taberna, delivers just that. With 3,093 ...
Emerald Isle Diamond in the Rough! 2 story home with front porch, back deck and outdoor shower. Living room, kitchen and master upstairs. All appliances included. Con...
This light and bright all-brick home is nestled in a gated waterfront and golfing community just minutes from historic New Bern and is ready for its new owners. An open, ...

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