As of October 19, 2026, there are 185 waterfront homes for sale in Carteret County, NC, with a middle asking price of $675,000 (from $129,900 to $6,000,000). 7 came on the market in the last week. Another 32 are under contract.
In the 12 months through October 19, 2026, 323 sold at a middle price of $715,000, typically for 94.6% of the first asking price after about 51 days on the market.
The most choices right now are in Summer Winds Condominiums, Sea Spray, Palm Suites.
Newest waterfront homes in Carteret County
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- Under $300K19
- $300K–$500K32
- $500K–$750K52
- $750K–$1M16
- $1M+66
Where they are
- Summer Winds Condominiums · Indian Beach · 11 for sale · $549,000 middle
- Waterfront in Sea Spray · Atlantic Beach · 8 for sale · $342,500 middle
- Waterfront in Palm Suites · Atlantic Beach · 8 for sale · $143,500 middle
- Waterfront in Cannonsgate · Newport · 7 for sale · $1,499,900 middle
- Waterfront in Emerald Isle By The Sea · Emerald Isle · 7 for sale · $2,500,000 middle
- IBRC · Atlantic Beach · 6 for sale · $487,500 middle
- Pier Pointe · Emerald Isle · 5 for sale · $610,000 middle
- Pine Knoll Association · Pine Knoll Shores · 5 for sale · $2,300,000 middle
- Sound Of The Sea · Emerald Isle · 3 for sale · $545,000 middle
- Inlet Cove Townhomes · Beaufort · 3 for sale · $890,000 middle
- Smugglers Cove · Atlantic Beach · 2 for sale · $526,750 middle
- Southwinds · Atlantic Beach · 2 for sale · $397,200 middle
- Sportsman Village · Beaufort · 2 for sale · $432,400 middle
- Summer Winds · Indian Beach · 2 for sale · $497,000 middle
- The Nautical Club · Indian Beach · 2 for sale · $632,450 middle
- The Ocean Club · Salter Path · 2 for sale · $664,950 middle
- APATB · Atlantic Beach · 2 for sale · $355,000 middle
- The Pearls Oceanside · Indian Beach · 2 for sale · $2,245,700 middle
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Questions, answered
How many waterfront homes are for sale in Carteret County, NC?
As of October 19, 2026, there are 185 waterfront homes for sale in Carteret County, NC, with a middle asking price of $675,000 (from $129,900 to $6,000,000). 7 came on the market in the last week. Another 32 are under contract.
What do waterfront homes cost in Carteret County, NC?
As of October 19, 2026, the middle asking price is $675,000, about $483 per square foot for a typical 1,655 sq ft. Under $300K: 19; $300K–$500K: 32; $500K–$750K: 52; $750K–$1M: 16; $1M+: 66.
What did waterfront homes sell for in Carteret County, NC last year?
In the 12 months through October 19, 2026, 323 sold at a middle price of $715,000, typically for 94.6% of the first asking price after about 51 days on the market.
How fast do waterfront homes sell in Carteret County, NC?
In the 12 months through October 19, 2026 they typically sold in about 51 days, at 94.6% of the first asking price.
Which communities in Carteret County, NC have the most waterfront homes for sale?
As of October 19, 2026, Summer Winds Condominiums (11), Sea Spray (8), Palm Suites (8), Cannonsgate (7), Emerald Isle By The Sea (7), IBRC (6).
How do I estimate a monthly payment on a home in Carteret County, NC?
A mortgage payment has two parts: principal and interest, which depend on the price, your down payment and the rate a lender offers you; and the costs on top — property taxes, homeowners insurance (and flood insurance near the water), HOA dues where there's an association, and mortgage insurance if you put less than 20% down. Each home's page has a calculator that uses the rate you've been quoted and that home's own taxes and HOA dues from the listing. For your actual rate and Annual Percentage Rate (APR), ask a licensed lender — we can introduce you to Joey Milam at Alpha Mortgage Advantage, or you're free to choose any lender.
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Figures are computed live from MLS listing data for Carteret County, NC, waterfront only. Middle = median. Listing data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.