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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.
Welcome to your charming Waterview home. Located less than 30 minutes from the Crystal Coast beaches. This beautiful, updated property has high-end finishes throughout. ...
Two primary suites, nearly three-quarters of an acre, and a backyard that backs up to the trees. This 2021 home in Bluewater Rise gives you room to spread out without lea...
Located in the Town of Newport on .33 acres. Enjoy your morning coffee on the front porch. Conveniently located close to MCAS (Cherry Point), Morehead City, restaurants, ...
Welcome home to this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-level home is located just outside Morehead City limits, offering 2,253 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space, a s...
YOUR BEACH ESCAPE-your Beautiful New Beginning. Imagine arriving at the coast, leaving your worries at the door, and knowing you are already home. Welcome to this beaut...
Enjoy beach access from this 4-bedroom, 4-bath condo at The Oceans, an oceanfront complex in Pine Knoll Shores! Offering 1,854 sq. ft., the reverse floor plan places the ...
Discover the ease of one-level living in this inviting home nestled within a gated community in beautiful Emerald Isle. Featuring 2 bedrooms plus a versatile office/flex ...
Come see all that this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has to offer! The open-concept design creates a natural flow between the kitchen, dining area, and living room, making it ea...
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the desirable community of Gracelyn Park! This thoughtfully designed, single-level split floor plan offers comfortable ...
Welcome to your beautifully renovated Newport retreat! Nestled in the heart of downtown, this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home blends modern updates with the laid-back lif...
Oceanfront 4-bedroom, 4-bath home in Pine Knoll Shores featuring a private pool and hot tub! Offered furnished and income-producing, this reverse floor plan home spans 2,...
Charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home on a spacious 0.35-acre lot in Atlantic, NC. Freshly renovated with new heat pump HVAC, updated flooring, and a private scre...
Peaceful pond views, beautifully landscaped grounds, and a thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring TWO primary suites make this Hunters Ridge home a standout! The main...
Walk into this completely renovated unit in Elizabeth Downs! New, New, New! 2025 Roof shingles, New LVP throughout, New kitchen appliances, New Granite in kitchen, New P...
This 3 bedroom 2 bath home is located in a very nice neighborhood next to Trent Woods and close to downtown, shopping, and schools. The roof was replaced in 2024 and the...

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