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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 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 ...
Move-in ready, perfectly priced, and loaded with high-value upgrades! Nestled in the Swift Creek Plantation subdivision in Vanceboro, this beautifully maintained 2016-bu...
Located on the 16th Tee Box of the Harbour Pointe Golf Course & custom built by Jennings Outlaw, this beautifully designed home offers quality craftsmanship, abundant nat...
Step Into History. Stay for the Lifestyle. Charming and spacious 3-bedroom home with a bonus room, ideally located in the desirable Historic Riverside neighborhood of do...
Welcome to 218 Old Ironsides Rd., a charming house located in Newport, NC, presenting a unique opportunity to own a piece of this desirable area. Located in the marina co...
Beautifully maintained home located less than 10 minutes to historic downtown New Bern in a wonderful neighborhood with NO City Taxes. The home features a new roof from ...
Opportunity awaits at 2831 Easy Street in Newport! Built in 1960, this classic split-level home offers generous living space, a spacious fenced yard, and plenty of potent...
Enjoy refined coastal living in Clearwater, where comfort, convenience, and an easygoing lifestyle come together in this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home. The outd...
Beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the sought-after Hedrick Estates neighborhood! Centrally located minutes to schools, restaurants, public boat ramp, hospital...
Enjoy the ease of coastal living in the sought-after Crystal Shores community of Cedar Point, where neighborhood amenities, a private backyard, and convenient access to E...
Custom craftsmanship. Immaculate condition. A home that shines from the moment you step inside! Custom built by Scheper and lovingly maintained by its original owners, th...
Welcome to Sea For Miles, a beautifully renovated coastal retreat offering an exceptional combination of ocean and sound views, a private in-ground pool, elevated setting...

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