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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.
Well cared for and well loved, this three-bedroom, two-bath home in North Hills offers an inviting combination of space, convenience, and versatility. The open living are...
Step into more than two centuries of New Bern history at the Captain Elijah Willis House, an exceptional Federal-style residence dating to circa 1805-1807 and ideally sit...
Beach days, pool days, and an easy place to call home in between! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath first-floor condo with a great rental history, has stylish updates, and all the p...
Welcome to 100 Conner Grant Road, a beautifully refreshed, single-story home situated on a desirable corner lot in New Bern's Creekside Village community. Offering three ...
Gorgeous 4 bedroom beach house with ocean views on the top level. The yard is like an oasis with a pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, and additional lounging space. The bott...
Furnished 2-bedroom condo with beautiful water views in Atlantic Harbour, offering the perfect combination of coastal living and convenient access to Downtown Morehead Ci...
Welcome to this low-maintenance, efficiency condo in the highly sought-after Fairfield Harbour community. Cleverly designed to maximize your living area, this unit featur...
Ocean front with pool view and direct private beach access, newer appliances, HVAC and hot water heater; wet bar, 2 porches. Complex offers 3 poos, day dock, tennis and p...
From morning coffee on the covered front porch to evenings spent unwinding on the backyard patio, 324 Lee Drive offers inviting spaces inside and out! This single-story H...
Beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 3 bath home nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable Taberna community! This inviting home features a bright, open floor plan with...
The ''Laura E 3317'' is under construction on a nature backing lot in the Hutton Pointe phase at Bluewater Rise. Contract now and make design center selections! Builder o...
There is something special about a classic Emerald Isle beach cottage, and this second-row home has been enjoyed and cared for by the same family since it was built. With...
If you've been waiting for a brand-new home without the brand-new price tag, this is it. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Vanceboro delivers 1,349 square feet of though...
Spectacular Ocean and Sound Views from this 3 level nicely furnished Emerald Isle Beach house with pool and oversized decks. Short walk to the beach and easy boat access...
Welcome home to this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with over 2,000 square feet in the highly desirable Cherry Branch community! In addition to the four bedrooms, you'll...

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