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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.
This New Bern, NC home pairs the ease of a first-floor living with 3 bedrooms down, including the primary suite with a $28,000 primary bath remodel. An expansive, versati...
*Seller financing available -- own your Crystal Coast retreat with flexible terms. Wake up to sound views and salt air in one of Pine Knoll Shores' most coveted waterfron...
Water views from the screened porch and living room set the scene at this three-bedroom, one-bath home on Harkers Island. Set on an expansive lot with beautiful island oa...
Water views fill the living room and all three bedrooms in this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath condo in Haystacks in Morehead City! Offering 1,965 sq. ft. of living space, the home ...
Welcome to 110 Kathy Court! Built in 2024, this beautifully designed, move-in-ready home offers approximately 1,825 square feet of thoughtfully planned living space, feat...
Redone brick ranch with eat-in kitchen and great room for formal dining. Fireplace is in the great room. The great room has a door to the back patio and another to the sc...
Enjoy coastal living just steps from the ocean in this beautifully appointed beach home offering stunning ocean and sound views. Thoughtfully designed with attention to d...
This is THE ONE! Gorgeous newer 4 bedrooms+flex, elevator, private pool, hot tub, TWO primary suites AND TWO FULL kitchens with Beach Access at the end of the road that f...
Gallants Landing is situated on Gallants Channel and the westernmost part of the historic district, providing access by water to Town Creek and the ICW to the North, and ...
Discover the perfect blend of coastal living and investment potential in this beautifully appointed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath oceanfront condominium in Indian Beach, NC. As a ...
Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable Arcadia Village neighborhood, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers privacy and a wonderful place to call ...
This is an end unit, unfurnished with three bedrooms and two full baths. The open split layout with a vaulted ceiling is ideal for families and features an open kitchen w...
Welcome to your coastal escape in the highly desirable Point area of Emerald Isle! Built in 2023 and never rented, this like-new 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect...
Opportunity awaits in the heart of historic downtown Beaufort! Located at 316 Marsh Street, this unique mixed-use property is full of character, history, and possibilitie...
Looking for a home that offers more than just a place to live? This property delivers space, convenience, and hard-to-find storage options all in one! Featuring 3 bedroom...

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