Beaufort Homes with Marsh Waterfront Features

Welcome to Beaufort, North Carolina – a charming coastal town that perfectly blends rich history with breathtaking natural beauty. Nestled in Carteret County, Beaufort is renowned for its picturesque waterfront views, vibrant maritime culture, and welcoming community. With its quaint streets lined with historic homes, delightful shops, and inviting restaurants, Beaufort offers a unique blend of Southern hospitality and coastal charm.

One of the most alluring features of Beaufort is its stunning homes with marsh waterfront properties. Imagine waking up each day to the gentle sounds of nature, where the serene marshlands meet the sparkling waters. These homes offer not just a residence but a lifestyle, allowing you to embrace the tranquility of coastal living. Picture sipping your morning coffee on a spacious deck, watching the sun rise over the marsh, or enjoying evenings filled with the peaceful sounds of nature.

The marsh waterfront homes in Beaufort are designed to maximize the breathtaking views and offer easy access to outdoor adventures. Whether you're kayaking through the serene waters, fishing along the shoreline, or simply strolling along the marsh trails, this area is a haven for nature enthusiasts. The rich biodiversity of the marshes provides endless opportunities for exploration and discovery.

Beaufort is also conveniently located near the beautiful Crystal Coast beaches, making it an ideal spot for those who crave both waterfront living and beachside relaxation. With its charming atmosphere, rich history, and stunning homes with marsh waterfront features, Beaufort is truly a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Come and experience the magic of coastal living in this delightful town!

Newest Beaufort Homes with Marsh Waterfront Features

$99,900

100588038 MLS

Discover the perfect place to build your coastal dream home in the desirable Eastman Creek Landing community. This beautiful homesite offers a peaceful setting, backing to maritime woods, with the potential for picturesque marsh views from your future backyard. A portion of the wooded area behind the property is HOA-owned common space, providing additional privacy and a natural backdrop. Eastman Creek Landing offers exceptional community amenities, including a swimming pool, clubhouse with elevator and ramp access, basketball goal, fishing piers, kayak launch, and waterfront common areas where you can relax and enjoy stunning views of the Intracoastal Waterway. (Please note that boat slips are privately owned.) Located just minutes from historic downtown Beaufort, you'll enjoy easy access to charming waterfront restaurants, boutique shopping, museums, local festivals, and endless boating, fishing, and Crystal Coast adventures. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a vacation getaway, this property offers the perfect blend of nature, community, and coastal living. Be sure to inquire about the neighborhood resource guide, which provides valuable information on community amenities, events, utilities, governing documents, and more.

510 Shipmast Ct, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Crystal Coast.

$664,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100587318 MLS

This beautifully maintained canal-front home in Shell Landing offers stunning water views, direct boating access, and a thoughtfully designed floor plan. The welcoming covered front porch leads into an open living space featuring hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a wall of windows that fills the home with natural light while showcasing breathtaking views. The spacious kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining with granite countertops, a large center island, abundant cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. The adjoining dining area features expansive windows that continue to capture the incredible waterfront scenery. The main-level primary suite provides a private retreat complete with a walk-in closet, laundry area, dual vanity, walk-in shower, private water closet, and direct access to the wraparound composite deck. Upstairs, you'll find a generously sized bedroom with its own private balcony overlooking the canal, along with a versatile flex room and office addition. The oversized one-car garage includes a workshop area, front and rear garage doors, and convenient interior access. Outside, you'll also find a whole-house generator for added convenience and peace of mind. Whether you're an avid boater, nature lover, or simply looking to enjoy peaceful waterfront living, this property has it all. Step out your back door to your private dock and boat lift, spend your days exploring the water, or relax on the deck while enjoying coastal breezes and watching the abundance of shorebirds and wildlife that make this area so special.

166 Wallace Rd, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of Wheatly and Combs Premier Properties.

$625,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100584373 MLS

Welcome to an exceptional waterfront retreat offering approximately 10 acres of privacy along the peaceful waters of South River. This unique property combines the best of coastal living with room to roam, featuring approximately 8 acres of usable land, a private pond, mature live oaks, expansive water views, and a private dock with an electric, 7,000-pound certified boat lift. A deep-water channel that accommodates larger boats, and the Intracoastal Waterway is just a 15-minute boat ride away, providing convenient access to some of the Crystal Coast's best boating destinations. Whether your passion is boating, fishing, blue crabbing, shrimping, or simply watching dolphins cruise by, this property offers a waterfront lifestyle that is increasingly difficult to find. Inside, the home features an open floor plan with beautiful water views, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, a spacious living area with fireplace, generously sized bedrooms, and an unfinished walk-up attic offering tremendous storage or future expansion potential. Recent improvements include new kitchen appliances, a new 230-foot well installed in 2024, a reverse osmosis water filtration system installed in 2024, and HVAC that has been professionally serviced twice each year. Built with hurricane roof truss ties and a hurricane-rated carport, the home offers added peace of mind for coastal living. With no HOA, abundant privacy, and endless opportunities to enjoy the water, this rare property is equally suited as a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or private waterfront estate where boating, recreation, and the natural beauty of coastal North Carolina are right outside your back door.

312 Martin Creek Dr, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of Landmark Sotheby's International Realty.

$149,000

100582888 MLS

Welcome to Jade Point. No timeframe to build, use your own builder. This waterfront lot is 0.58 acre with plenty of elbow room and is mostly cleared and ready for your dream coastal home. Neighborhood has a day dock at the end of the street, is 3 miles from the public boat ramp and 15 minutes to Beaufort. Enjoy the distant marsh and water views with coastal breezes and lots of nature to watch. Put you kayak in and explore or fish to your hearts content. Current 3 bedroom septic permit on file. Seller is in the process of getting a new septic permit with a 5 year expiration. Please walk during daylight hours only.

122 Jade St, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of Sandcastle Realty.

$325,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100573888 MLS

This three bedroom two bath home with a detached one bedroom garage apartment is located on a tidal creek/marsh 1 mile from the waterfront in Downtown Historic Beaufort. The property needs repairs and is being offered as is. The 625 sq. ft. apartment has separate utilities and the garage has one bay and a workshop. Great rental potential with many options. Clear the undergrowth and have a beautiful view of the creek/marsh. Time the tide to launch kayaks, catch crabs and maybe even a red drum, trout, or flounder. The creek feeds Town Creek with access to the open water of Gallants channel. New HVAC in 2024 and new roof in 2014.

113 Circle Dr, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of Beaufort Realty.

$2,800,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100571535 MLS

Set along one of the most iconic and coveted stretches of waterfront in coastal North Carolina, 2205 Front Street captures the essence of Beaufort's timeless charm and effortless coastal living. Positioned directly on Taylor Creek, this rare offering is less about the structure and more about the extraordinary lifestyle that unfolds just beyond your front door. The 1948 cottage, built by the current family and lovingly held for generations, offers approximately 1,500 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. It has never been rented, preserving a sense of authenticity that's increasingly hard to find. Whether you choose to restore and elevate its classic coastal character, renovate to suit modern tastes, or design and build a custom waterfront retreat, the canvas is yours. What truly sets this property apart is the setting. A generous, tree-canopied homesite filled with old-growth hardwoods and native coastal plantings creates a private, natural sanctuary. Just across Front Street, an additional parcel rests directly on the water's edge of Taylor Creek, where the rhythm of the tides and passing boats becomes part of daily life. From here, the Beaufort lifestyle unfolds effortlessly. Stroll or bike along scenic Front Street into the historic downtown district, where centuries-old architecture meets a vibrant coastal energy. Enjoy boutique shopping, waterfront dining, and an ever-evolving culinary scene featuring fresh local seafood, craft cocktails, and dockside sunsets that never repeat themselves. Watch the legendary wild horses graze peacefully across the creek on Carrot Island, a view that feels almost cinematic in its beauty. For boating and outdoor enthusiasts, this location is nothing short of exceptional. Spend your days fishing, clamming, kayaking, or cruising the Intracoastal and beyond. While the property does not currently feature a dock, neighboring properties provide a glimpse into the potential for future water access, subject to permitting. This is a place where mornings begin with coffee under a canopy of coastal oaks, afternoons are spent on the water, and evenings end with the glow of Beaufort's waterfront lights reflecting across the creek. Offered at $2,800,000, this is a rare opportunity to secure a legacy property in one of the most sought-after waterfront corridors on the Crystal Coast--where history, nature, and coastal luxury converge.

2205 Front St, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of Emerald Isle Realty.

$755,000

100570979 MLS

Lot 268 Sheldrake Court in The Peninsula at Beau Coast overlooks pristine Gibbs Creek, Davis Bay and The North River. No time limit to build. Plans available from seller. HOA and neighborhood amenities include Clubhouse, community garden, Dock, Dog Park, Fitness Center, common area maintenance, Management fees, pickleball courts, pool, sidewalks, street lights and Taxes on Common area.

564 Sheldrake Ct, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of Chalk & Gibbs Inc.

$79,900

100536035 MLS

Build your dream home on this 3-acre lot in the private, gated community of Merrimon Bay. Enjoy serene views along the Neuse River with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway—perfect for boating to Beaufort or Oriental. Adjacent to the community pier and sandy beaches, this lot is ideal for water lovers. An expired 3-bedroom septic permit is on file. Don't miss this rare opportunity for peaceful waterfront living! Just add Water to Your Lifestyle!

127 Garbacon Dr, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of Linda Rike Real Estate.

$1,490,000

100372547 MLS

This is a Developers DREAM! This waterfront acreage has tons of potential with 830 linear feet of waterfront. This property is only minutes from the Historic Beaufort waterfront, Cherry Point, area shopping, schools, ferry and local tourist attractions. Zoned R15-M to include multi family, schools, stables, group housing, manufactured home park, and many more!

N River Rd, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of LPT Realty.

$1,700,000

100468346 MLS

Extraordinary opportunity in Beaufort, NC! Waterfront home site on Davis Bay with spectacular views and setting! This coastal haven offers 6.59 acres with 195 feet on Davis Bay and North River, and gated access via Sanctuary Road. Protective covenants in place. City water and sewer. Optional annual membership available to Beau Coast West swimming pool and clubhouse. Shown by appointment only.

109 Sanctuary Dr, Beaufort

Listing courtesy of Eddy Myers Real Estate.

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