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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.
Close to schools and the Beaufort Club golf course, this like-new, three-bedroom modular home sits on more than an acre just minutes from downtown Beaufort's restaurants ...
Finally a Fixer Upper worth the investment! Centrally located between Newport and Morehead CIty, this home is in an Un-Zoned County area. This one has potential to be a ...
Welcome home! This beautifully updated, single-story home offers a bright, open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, plenty of natural light, and stylish wood-look flooring ...
Enjoy the premier views from the 13th fairway of Harbour Pointe golf course from the comfort of your own home. This well-maintained home is nestled among the pines in Fai...
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Discover the best of coastal living with this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home, ideally situated on a desirable corner lot in Atlantic ...
Experience the coastal lifestyle of Emerald Isle at this Ocean-view home! With a short distance from the beautiful beach, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath coastal cottage offers a ...
A home that feels as good as it looks, with the space to spread out, the finishes to love, and a backyard setting that is hard to find! Built in 2023 and tucked away at t...
This one's better than new! This ranch style home was built in 2025 with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 car garage, and a fenced in back yard. Home offers an open floor pl...
Your Private Coastal Paradise - Breathtaking Waterfront Views & 125 Feet of Pristine Sandy Beachfront! Discover the ultimate coastal retreat on 1.4 private, wooded acres...
Tucked within the sought-after Taberna community, this beautiful brick ranch blends timeless appeal with thoughtful updates. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, the hom...
Located in New Bern's beautiful Riverside Historic District, the Lloyd-Kennedy House (circa 1912) is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history listed on the National R...
Some addresses carry weight before you ever open the door. 411 George Street is one of them. A stately property with a main house and a carriage house that has small apar...
Close to downtown Beaufort, boat ramps,schools and more! This wonderful ranch style home offers plenty of room with spacious large living spaces and master bedroom. Many ...
Welcome to 4105 Plantation Road! Enjoy the ease of one-level living in this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch situated on a spacious .543-acre lot in a tucked-away neighbo...
Affordable one level home in great neighborhood and location! Close to schools, sports fields, Morehead City Country Club and golf, Sports Center, hospital, shopping and ...

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