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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.
Only a couple years old from new construction, this 3 bedroom, 2 baths, has an open floor plan with a large kitchen with granite tops and LVT/LVP flooring. Large bonus ro...
Top-Floor Poolside Condo with Spectacular Water Views Experience views of the Trent River, Lawson Creek, and beyond from this top-floor, poolside condominium in the de...
Showcasing exceptional care and timeless appeal, this move-in ready home is the kind of property that immediately feels welcoming from the moment you arrive. Nestled on a...
Beautiful 3-bedroom, 2 1/2-bath home with elevator, offering outstanding water views and situated on a spacious 1/2-acre lot. The ground level features a double-car garag...
Comfort, convenience, and the kind of extra space that's hard to find come together in this inviting one-story home nestled in the desirable Forest Run community. With a ...
Discover the potential of this second-row property offering beautiful views of Calico Creek in one of the area's growing waterfront communities. Whether you're searching ...
Come and enjoy the coastal life in this mint condition 2 bed and 2 bath end unit at the Cedar Point Villas, an intercoastal waterfront community . As an end unit, you hav...
Small cottage on a tree lined lot in the center of Havelock. Home needs a great deal of interior and exterior work. There's mildew in several locations. There is no cen...
This is a true gem by Adams Homes nestled in the desirable Belle Oaks Community. This single-story masterpiece offers an impressive array of features and a layout that p...
Welcome to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in the heart of New Bern. Inside, you will find an expansive living room with vaulted ceilings that fill t...
Welcome home to this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence located in the desirable Pecan Ridge neighborhood. This practically brand-new home offers modern finishes, t...
Experience the best of island living at 8725 Plantation Drive in this 3 bedroom home with a first floor primary bedroom and a flex space offering even more additional roo...
Welcome to your dream home located just across from Bogue Sound! This charming ranch-style home features a beautiful Southern rocking chair front porch, perfect for relax...
Experience breathtaking waterfront living in this beautifully maintained, FIRST FLOOR, direct sound-front condo located in the desirable Sunset Harbor community in Emeral...
GREAT LOCATION, just a few houses up from the Sound. Enjoy beautiful views everyday as you pull into the driveway. Located in the well sought after Bogue Sound Elem/Croat...

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