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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 DEAL OF THE YEAR! UPGRADED CAPE COD GEM FOR ONLY $399,999! Welcome to your ultimate coastal retreat! This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Coastal Cape Cod home p...
Welcome to coastal living in the heart of Atlantic Beach! This detached 2-bedroom, 2-bath home in The Lookouts in the Grove is located approximately 100 yards from public...
Welcome to coastal living at A Place at the Beach in Atlantic Beach! This 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and resort-style...
The RETREAT plan is designed for both comfort and functionality. As you step through the frontdoor, you're greeted by a welcoming foyer that leads to two generously sized...
Enjoy captivating water views from nearly every room - including the bright and inviting enclosed porch - in this beautifully renovated full furnished 3-bedroom condo jus...
PRE SALE NO SHOWINGS! The single story Molly is apart of the JC Jackson's Carolina Series. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms this split bedroom home features a great ...
You will love this updated coastal home located in a sought-after sound side neighborhood, close to everything you enjoy about life on the coast--beach and boating, shops...
This well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is ideally located on the oceanside of Emerald Isle, near public beach access. With established rental income, the property ...
Welcome to modern living in the highly sought-after Bluewater Rise community! This move-in-ready, 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offers exceptional space, flexibility, and ...
3 Bed | 2 Full Bath | 1,109 SF + 403 SF Semi-Finished Guest Suite/Rec Room | 0.35-Acre Waterfront Lot Private dock, boat lift, and boat ramp on a deep-water canal with...
Charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home lovingly cared for and ready for its next chapter! Situated on a mature, private lot with beautiful pecan trees, this home offers a peacef...
This inviting 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers the perfect combination of comfortable indoor living and exceptional outdoor entertaining. Situated on a large wedge-shaped lo...
THE BEAUFORT PENTHOUSE | FRONT STREET, BEAUFORT, NC- Elevate your Beaufort lifestyle to an entirely new level at The Beaufort Penthouse, an exceptional top-floor resid...
OPPORTUNITY IN BEAUFORT! Located at 608 Cedar Street, this unique property offers mixed-use potential in one of Beaufort's most desirable and active areas. Whether you're...
Great ''Fixer-Upper'' opportunity for investor or homeowner willing to renovate and update! Located in Newport with easy access to Hwy 70. Desired neighborhood, No HOA ...

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