Summit Realty Group

06/02/2026

Summer weather is in full swing, and the real estate market is moving right along with it.

Between new listings, packed showings, strong negotiations, and homes officially closing, our team has been busy helping clients take their next step across our local market.

A “just sold” sign is more than a closing day moment. It represents preparation, strategy, timing, communication, and a lot of moving pieces coming together behind the scenes.

Congratulations to our sellers, buyers, and agents on these recent closings. We’re grateful to be trusted through such important transitions, and we’re excited for everything still ahead this season.

Thinking about making a move this summer? Now is the time to start the conversation!

05/31/2026

What’s the Best Thermostat Setting for Summer To Save Money?

With summer temperatures steadily rising, keeping your home comfortable is top of mind. For most of us, the easiest instinct is to crank down the AC. But doing that carelessly can send your electric bill skyrocketing.

So, what is the sweet spot between staying cool and saving money?

We looked at data from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and compared it to the personal strategy of money expert Clark Howard to bring you the ultimate summer thermostat guide.

Want to lower your utility bill without roasting? Here is the ideal summer thermostat strategy, Team Clark’s personal settings, and the energy myths costing you cash.

05/29/2026

Morning coffee with the Intracoastal beside you. Afternoons by the pool. Boat days that start from your own dock. Evenings outside when Surf City slows down and the water becomes the whole view.

This home makes sense for someone who wants the coast to be part of their routine, not just a weekend plan.

Close to the bridge. Close to the island. Close to the water. Still private when you come back home.

113 Diamond Point Court
Open House | Sunday, May 31 | 10am-2pm

Come walk through it and see why this one keeps pulling people back in!

05/29/2026

Some homes photograph pretty. This one photographs peaceful.

The kind of peaceful that comes from a backyard you’d actually want to sit in, rooms that feel warm instead of staged, and little corners throughout the property that make you slow down for a second.

That’s what we wanted these photos to show.

Not just the pool.
Not just the updated kitchen.
Not just the access to the water.

The feeling of having a place that gives you room to enjoy all of it.

211 Bates Retreat | Hampstead | $915,000

Amber Shelar - Broker/REALTOR
C: 704.689.9293
Summit Realty Group | REMAX Executive
910.714.5534 | O: 910.741.0505

05/27/2026

609 Ava Street still deserves attention.

Nearly 2,800 square feet in New Bern, with 4 bedrooms, a first-floor office, an upstairs loft, and walk-in closets in every bedroom - that kind of layout is hard to outgrow!

The main level gives you the spaces people actually use every day: open kitchen, breakfast area, living room with fireplace, formal dining, and a dedicated office when you need to shut the door and focus.

Upstairs keeps all bedrooms together, with a large loft that can become the second living room, playroom, media space, or whatever your household needs next.

Located in Tyler, Home on the Lake, you also get the neighborhood side of it - pool, lake, trails, and quick access to downtown New Bern, shopping, medical facilities, and Cherry Point.

Schedule your showing today!

05/26/2026

There’s a moment on the back porch of this house where everything just goes quiet for a second.

The water, the breeze coming through the screens, boats moving in the distance - it’s the kind of view people come to the coast hoping to find.

And the best part is you don’t have to leave the house to enjoy it.

725 Chadwick Shores was built around the water. The porches, the windows, the living spaces - everything keeps pulling your attention back outside.

Then you walk down to the dock and realize this isn’t just a view house. You can actually get out there whenever you want.

This video shows it better than we can explain it. Enjoy the sneak peek!

If you’re ready to see it for yourself, send us a message.

05/22/2026

Price Improvement + Open House
211 Bates Retreat | Hampstead
Now Offered at $915,000
Open Tomorrow | Saturday, May 23rd | 10AM–12PM

This home already had the location people want in Hampstead. Now it has a new price that’s going to get a lot more attention!

Middle Point Village puts you right near the Intracoastal with neighborhood boat access, but what really sets this property apart is everything happening behind the house - pool, mature landscaping, multiple outdoor spaces, and a setup that feels private instead of packed into nearby homes.

Inside gives you flexibility that’s hard to find: office, multiple living areas, updated kitchen, and a detached powered space that can become just about anything.

If this one has been on your radar, tomorrow’s a good chance to come see it in person. We will see you there!

05/21/2026

One community. Nine homes. One afternoon to explore what coastal living in Summerhouse on Everett Bay really looks like.

Join us this Sunday, May 24th from 1PM–4PM for a special Parade of Homes Open House Event featuring 9 different properties throughout one of the area’s most sought-after gated waterfront communities. From custom builds and upgraded interiors to spacious layouts and water-access amenities, this is a unique opportunity to tour a variety of homes all in one visit.

Whether you’re actively house hunting, planning a future move, or simply curious about the lifestyle Summerhouse offers, this event gives you the chance to experience the community firsthand and connect with local real estate professionals from across the area.

📍 Summerhouse on Everett Bay
🗓 Sunday, May 24
⏰ 1PM–4PM

For gate access, text “GATE CODE” to 910-650-6174.

Save this post, share it with someone house hunting, and plan your stops for Sunday!

05/19/2026

The views at 113 Diamond Point don’t feel real the first time you see them.

Water stretching behind the house, the bridge lit up at night, boats moving through the Intracoastal, sunsets reflecting off the marsh - every level of this home was built to face it for a reason.

This is the kind of backdrop that changes the way a home feels completely.

The video speaks for itself on this one. 👉 https://youtu.be/bD9XnTl7S4Q?si=jrsYUbtayEphiAUC

05/18/2026

You're invited to an Open House! Sunday, May 24th | 1pm-4pm in Summerhouse on Everett Bay

Morning coffee feels slower here. Rainstorms sound better here. Late nights with the windows cracked open just hit differently here. It’s bright without feeling hot, open without feeling exposed, and this three-seasons sunroom is everyone’s favorite spot.

Come check it out for yourself.

Summit Realty Group | REMAX Executive
910.714.5534 | O: 910.741.0505