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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.
Better than new and filled with charming farmhouse flair, this beautifully appointed 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home in Bluewater Rise offers 3,437 square feet of thoughtfully d...
If it is about location, this is where you want to be! 3235 Austin Avenue in Long Leaf Pines offers Convenience and Easy Living. Mostly open main floor living with a spac...
Welcome to this beautifully maintained brick home located in the highly desirable Greenbrier neighborhood, offering nearly 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed livi...
Classic Atlantic Beach cottage in a central location, just moments from the public beach access. This lovingly updated 2-bedroom retreat blends vintage coastal character ...
Located one street off the historic district, is this custom-built 3-bedroom home in The Wye with upgrades throughout. Engineered hardwood floors span the entire first fl...
ONE OF A KIND! With over 3,200 sq. ft. of living space, 5 bedrooms, and 2 bonus rooms, this beautiful home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac with water views in a desirable wate...
Offering 1,890 square feet, plus an additional 143.5 square feet of heated space with low ceilings that is not included in the 1,890-square-foot total, this remodeled 195...
*THIS HOME WILL BE STARTED ONCE SOLD* The Hayden is one of our two-story plans featured at Tyler - Home on the Lake in New Bern, North Carolina. The Hayden features a sec...
The Hayden is one of our two-story plans featured at Madeline Farm in New Bern, North Carolina. The Hayden features a secondary bedroom on the main floor! This spacious a...
Unique House, was a duplex. It has upstairs and downstairs kitchen and living/dining areas and separate electric and hvac. Oversize garage/workshop with plenty of room fo...
Welcome your guests or enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch. Home is located on a cul-de-sac in The Mill at Heritage Farms subdivision. Two story home wit...
Convenient, single-level living at an affordable price point! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo offers zero stairs to climb and dedicated parking right at your front ...
Coastal living in one of Beaufort's most desirable communities. This beautiful Beau Coast home offers a spacious open floor plan with a welcoming great room and firepl...
Welcome to 1213 Lantern Way in Mariners Pointe, where coastal living and everyday convenience come together. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,240 heated square feet...
Newer construction, 4-bedroom, 3-bath home in the desirable Beaufort Club community, offering tranquil golf course views and a thoughtfully designed floor plan. LVP fl...

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