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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.
ICW WATERFRONT LIVING in GATED Cannonsgate at Bogue Sound. Experience coastal living at its finest in this beautiful 4-bedroom, 4-bath waterfront home. Additional highli...
Welcome to 2554 E Forest Dr. This move-in-ready home features 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, new flooring, and fresh paint throughout. Plus the seller is offering $5,000 ...
Welcome to 4712 Corena Drive, a one-story home with an open layout and a fully fenced backyard plus a roof with architectural shingles replaced in 2024! A paved driveway ...
Come and enjoy the waterviews of Back Sound from this 3 Bedrooms 3.5 Baths home with a bonus room. A septic permit is on file for a new 3 bedroom septic system. Centrally...
Wake up to beautiful water views and enjoy a true boater's lifestyle from this beautifully updated waterfront home. With water visible from nearly every room, the setting...
Welcome home to 221 Palomino Lane, where comfortable living and that easygoing Swansboro lifestyle come together. From the moment you step inside, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath ...
Welcome to 28020 Walter Drive, where comfort, space, and convenience come together. Situated in Brices Crossing, this home offers a peaceful setting with the privacy buye...
Welcome to a home that's been thoughtfully cared for and is ready for its next chapter. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this Havelock home provides the flexibil...
Welcome home to easy single-level living in this beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-full bath property. Featuring a desirable split-bedroom floor plan, this home has be...
If Location matters, this is where you want to be! 3154 Drew Avenue in Long Leaf Pines offers Convenience and Easy Living. Open main floor living with a spacious kitche...
This well maintained home is located in The Colonies, in River Bend, NC. A beautiful area of nice homes. This home is on a corner .50 acre lot. It features a split bedr...
Welcome to 202 Fox Drive, where easy living and a fantastic Cape Carteret location come together just minutes from the beaches of the Crystal Coast. Whether you are searc...
Cedarwood Village in Brandywine Bay offers this very nice 3 bedroom 2.5 bath end unit. Kitchen, living area and Principle bedroom on main level. Second story offers 2 gue...
Welcome home to this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with great curb appeal and a bright, open layout that makes it feel welcoming from the moment you walk in. The kit...
This homesite offers approximately 5 acres of land and a must-see home located on the banks of Swift Creek. Have your own charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on 5 sc...

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