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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.