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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.
The Historic City House was originally constructed as the Tidewater Power Company in 1920 and was often referred to as the Old Well House. So much charm and beauty throug...
Welcome to coastal living at its finest in the highly desirable Beau Coast community of Beaufort! Just minutes from historic downtown Beaufort, this stunning 4-bedroom ho...
Experience exceptional coastal living in the highly sought-after Beau Coast community of Beaufort! Just minutes from historic downtown Beaufort, this stunning 5-bedroom h...
Midcentury Coastal Cottage in the heart of Beaufort! A wonderful location on a quiet street for this 1955 built, 2 bedroom 2 bath home, with an additional "flex" room - g...
This beautiful, 7th row to the ocean home is so cute! Very thoughtfully constructed by Bruce Rogers, this home has such great flow. Two large bedrooms with 2 lovely full ...
Welcome home to this charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in Vanceboro, NC! Full of character and practical features, this home offers a spacious kitchen with plenty of room t...
Welcome to 342 Tina Mae Drive, a two story home in Vanceboro offering 2,276 square feet of comfortable, well planned living. A covered front porch sets the tone for slow ...
Oceanfront 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath condo at Dunescape in Atlantic Beach featuring an updated kitchen and a private balcony off the primary suite. Offered fully furnished and ...
There is something extraordinary about having the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop, and at 9100 Reed Drive, Unit 1309, that coastal experience begins the moment you step i...
Great Condo Community with boat parking, multiple pools, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, beach and sound access. Completely furnished unit. New dishwasher. HVAC unit...
Discover the Sophie, a beautifully designed new construction home that blends modern finishes, comfortable living spaces, and the best of coastal North Carolina living! T...
Welcome to the Kenzie, a beautifully designed new construction home offering modern style, functional living spaces, and the opportunity to enjoy the best of coastal Nort...
Prepare to be impressed by the stunning ''Berkley'' floor plan, currently under construction on a premium, serene nature-backing lot in the highly desirable Hutton Pointe...
Model Home For Sale!! Come tour 204 Lake Tyler Drive! One of our new homes at Tyler - Home on the Lake, located in New Bern, NC. This new construction home is located in ...
An Amazing Lot (1.18acre) and an Exceptionally Well-Maintained Home! This beautifully cared-for home offers numerous recent updates, including a roof approximately three ...

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