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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.
Coastal Investment Opportunity Near Emerald Isle! Located in The Cabins at Old Horse in Swansboro, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage with a loft offers great potent...
An exceptional oceanfront setting, nearly an acre of land, a private heated pool, and direct access to the beach come together at 11017 Inlet Drive. Located on .88 acres ...
Welcome home to this beautiful split floor plan, one-story residence tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac on over 1 acre of land in the desirable Salt Creek Community! Offer...
Room to spread out, a yard you can actually use, and no HOA telling you what to do with any of it. 121 Hunting Wood Lane sits on just under 0.4 acres in Stately Pines, of...
Set back from the road on a long driveway under the pines, 122 Oyster Rock offers 2,100 square feet on a private 0.53-acre lot in Newport. The living room has a fireplac...
Welcome home to this furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-level home in McGinnis Point overlooking the pond in the back. The thoughtfully designed layout features a large g...
Home for the Holidays—and Every Season Beyond! There's no better place to call home than this stunning custom-built property on beautiful Emerald Isle! Ideally situated j...
Imagine starting every morning with quiet water views right from your back deck. This waterfront home offers a rare combination of custom craftsman details, multi-generat...
Welcome to 105 Live Oak Court, tucked away on a cul-de-sac in the desirable coastal community of Pine Knoll Shores! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the ea...
3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the oceanfront Pebble Beach complex in Emerald Isle, offering established rental income. This unit features an open floor plan and lots of wind...
Spacious Brick Ranch with Curb Appeal in the Waterfront Community of River Bend! Welcome home to this attractive 3-bedroom brick ranch nestled among the trees on a spaci...
This unique 3.1-acre property nestled at the mouth of the Trent River and Plantation Canal can be yours! Enjoy easy waterways, your own dock and boat lift, and wildlife v...
''Palomar'' floor plan is under construction on a corner lot in the Atlas Valley Phase of Bluewater Rise. $10,000 buyers closing cost incentive w/ use of preferred attorn...
Builder is offering a $5,000 use-as-you-choose incentive if closed by December 31, 2026! Welcome to 134 Windswept Lane, a beautifully crafted new construction home by Am...
$10,000 BUYER INCENTIVE! Available with offers received and closings completed by December 31, 2026. Welcome home to 124 Windswept Lane, a brand-new American Homesmith bu...

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