# Kim Parker > TurnKey Realty is a boutique independent brokerage in Jacksonville, NC, specializing in coastal and easternNC residential and commercial transactions with a turnkey service model (renovation, marketing, MLS exposure). boutique brokerage, coastal & eastern NC expertise, turnkey renovation + marketing, MLS visibility, military/relocation focus, buyers, sellers, investors ## Agent Bios - [Andrew Borner Real Estate Agent - Jacksonville NC Homes](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/agent/andrew-borner): Agent profile for Andrew Borner of Turn-Key Realty in Jacksonville, NC, with contact details, bio, and current property listings. - [Kim Parker, Top Real Estate Agent | Jacksonville NC](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/agent/kim-parker): Turn-Key Realty broker Kim Parker's Southport, NC agent profile with contact details, bio, and current property listings. - [Sara Bryant Jacksonville NC Real Estate Agent | Turn-Key](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/agent/sara-bryant): Agent profile for Sara Bryant of Turn-Key Realty in Jacksonville, NC, highlighting her Eastern North Carolina roots and military-family experience. - [Turn-Key Brunswick](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/agent/turn-key-brunswick): Turn Key Realty agent Diana Setaro serves Brunswick County and coastal North Carolina from Southport. - [Christine Smith - Your Local Real Estate Transaction Coordinator](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/agent/christine-smith): Profile of Christine Smith, a Turn-Key Realty agent in Jacksonville, NC, with background, contact details, and brokerage information. ## Neighborhood Guides - [New Bern Real Estate Guide | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/neighborhoods/new-bern): Directory listing for New Bern, NC real estate, neighborhood data, nearby businesses, and current property search results. - [Oak Island | Neighborhood Guide | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/neighborhoods/oak-island): Oak Island, NC neighborhood listing page with property search results, local demographics, nearby businesses, and school placeholders. - [Jacksonville, NC Real Estate Guide | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/neighborhoods/jacksonville): Jacksonville, NC neighborhood page with property listings, Census demographics, and nearby points of interest. - [Southport NC Real Estate Guide | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/neighborhoods/southport): Southport, NC neighborhood real estate page with listings, census demographics, walkability, and nearby business highlights. - [Cape Carteret Real Estate - Explore Luxury Living Today](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/neighborhoods/cape-carteret): Cape Carteret, NC neighborhood real-estate listings and local area stats from Turnkey Realty. ## Featured Properties - [2707 Nathan Hill Road](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/2707-nathan-hill-road-deep-run-nc-28525-20251014143438265399000000): Listing for a 5-acre wooded land parcel for sale in Deep Run, NC, zoned RA. - [408 Lee Avenue, Emerald Isle](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/408-lee-avenue-emerald-isle-emerald-isle-nc-28594-20250321155816264069000000): Sold 3-bedroom, 2-bath soundside home at 408 Lee Avenue in Emerald Isle, NC, 1,283 sq ft. - [113 Sweet Bay Drive, New Bern](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/113-sweet-bay-drive-new-bern-new-bern-nc-28560-20250918152740541909000000): Residential 3-bed, 2-bath single-family home at 113 Sweet Bay Drive in New Bern, NC, sold. - [3720 Island Drive](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/1201705685110406847-3720-island-drive): Oceanfront 4-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home for sale at 3720 Island Drive, North Topsail Beach, NC. - [0 58 N, Trenton](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/0-58-n-trenton-trenton-nc-28585-20251024183409122798000000): 60.79-acre vacant land in Trenton, NC listed for builders, contractors, and subdivision investors. - [400 Island Drive](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/1201483131034153108-400-island-drive): Custom-built 4-bedroom waterfront estate for sale at 400 Island Drive, Chocowinity, NC, with guest apartment. - [366 27 Paul Drive](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/1201488354657450356-366-27-paul-drive): Wooded Trent River lot for sale in Trenton, NC - 38,289 sq ft residential land parcel. - [329 Mccrae Street](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/329-mccrae-street-grifton-nc-28530-20251002222715045358000000): Residential listing for a 3-bed, 2-bath single-story home at 329 McCrae Street, Grifton, NC. - [142 Magens Way](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/1201553707833331001-142-magens-way): Waterfront single-family home for sale at 142 Magens Way, Cedar Point, NC - 3-bed, 3-bath. - [properties for sale in North Carolina](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/sale): Featured residential properties for sale across North Carolina towns including Wilmington, Oak Island, and Trenton. - [sold properties North Carolina](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/sold): List of sold residential and land properties across eastern North Carolina towns with addresses, sizes, and sale prices. - [326 NE 41st Street](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/properties/1201163549427325302-326-ne-41st-street): Real estate listing for a 3-bed, 2-bath cottage at 326 NE 41st Street, Oak Island, NC. ## Buyer Guides - [North Carolina Home Buyers Guide | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/buyers-guide): Turn-Key Realty's first-time buyer's guide outlines the homebuying process from research and budgeting to inspection, loan selection, appraisal, and closing. ## Seller Guides - [Seller's Guide for North Carolina Sellers | Learn More](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/sellers-guide): TurnKey Realty NC's seller page promotes a home valuation request for homeowners considering selling. ## Tools - [Home Valuation in North Carolina | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/home-valuation): North Carolina home valuation page offering an online estimate and guidance on CMA and appraisal methods. - [Mortgage Calculator - Monthly Payments | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/mortgage-calculator): Turn-Key Realty's mortgage calculator estimates monthly home payments, including taxes, insurance, HOA dues, and PMI. ## Featured Blog Posts - [Prepare Home for VA Appraisal Jacksonville | Start Here](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/getting-your-jacksonville-home-ready-for-a-va-appraisal): Jacksonville sellers get a practical guide to preparing for a VA appraisal, from drainage and roof repairs to flood and termite checks. - [VA Loan Basics Jacksonville NC for Camp Lejeune PCS](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/va-loan-basics-for-camp-lejeune-moves): A Jacksonville NC guide explains VA loan eligibility, appraisal rules, flood risks, and PCS-friendly closing steps for Camp Lejeune buyers. - [Staging a Southport Coastal Cottage for Buyers](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/staging-a-southport-coastal-cottage-for-serious-buyers): A Southport real estate guide explains how to stage a coastal cottage for serious buyers with practical prep, photos, and curb appeal. - [HOA vs POA Southport NC: Fees Smart Buyers Must Review](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/hoa-vs-poa-fees-around-southport): Guide to HOA and POA fees around Southport, NC, explaining dues, coastal costs, and documents buyers should review. - [Best Time to Sell Jacksonville NC Homes | Data-Backed Guide](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/best-time-to-sell-in-jacksonville-data-backed-timing): A Jacksonville, NC guide on listing timing for sellers near Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River. - [Oak Island NC Lifestyle: Beaches, Boating & Daily Living](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/everyday-life-on-oak-island-beaches-boating-and-beyond): A guide to Oak Island, NC, covering beach access, boating, seasonal rhythms, services, and buyer checklist items. - [Cape Carteret Second Home Buying: Key Tips & Guide](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/buying-a-second-home-in-cape-carteret-key-points): Directory guide to buying a second home in Cape Carteret covers financing, taxes, zoning, insurance, septic, and coastal maintenance. - [Home Design Trends New Bern NC Guide | TurnkeyRealty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/home-design-trends-in-new-bern-nc): A New Bern, NC blog post surveys coastal, historic, sustainable, and minimalist home design trends shaping local interiors and outdoor spaces. - [Historic vs New Construction New Bern | Which to Buy?](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/new-bern-historic-charm-or-new-build): Guide comparing historic and new construction homes in New Bern, with flood risk, renovation costs, energy use, and resale considerations. - [Oak Island Occupancy Tax Trends & Rental Demand Insights](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/oak-island-rental-demand-what-occupancy-taxes-reveal): Explains how Oak Island occupancy tax receipts can help rental investors gauge demand, seasonality, and beach-funding impacts. - [Camp Lejeune PCS Homebuying Timeline: Jacksonville](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/pcsing-to-camp-lejeune-jacksonville-homebuying-timeline): A Jacksonville guide outlines a PCS homebuying timeline for Camp Lejeune families, from orders and pre-approval to closing and base housing. - [Selling Your Home in Jacksonville NC | Expert Guide](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-selling-your-home-in-jacksonville-nc): A Jacksonville, NC home-selling guide covering pricing, staging, marketing, negotiations, inspections, regulations, timing, and agent selection. - [Affordable Remodel Ideas for Oak Island Homes](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/budget-friendly-remodel-ideas-for-older-homes-in-oak-island): Blog post on budget-friendly remodeling ideas for older homes in Oak Island, North Carolina, from exterior paint to coastal decor. - [How Technology Is Changing Oak Island NC Homebuying](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/how-technology-is-changing-the-homebuying-process-in-oak-island-nc): Oak Island NC blog explains how technology is reshaping homebuying with virtual tours, digital signing, apps, AI, and smart-home tools. - [NC Due Diligence Money in New Bern | Expert Buyer Guide](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/nc-due-diligence-money-what-buyers-should-know): Guide to North Carolina due diligence money for New Bern buyers, covering fees, earnest money, deadlines, refunds, and offer strategy. - [Hidden Gems in New Bern NC | Discover Local Favorites](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/hidden-gems-in-new-bern-nc-you-need-to-discover): A real-estate blog post highlights history, culture, food, and outdoor activities in New Bern, North Carolina. - [Prepare Oak Island Beach House for Sale - Turnkey Guide](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/what-oak-island-buyers-expect-in-a-turnkey-beach-house): Oak Island blog guide on selling or staging turnkey beach houses, with coastal durability, flood, insurance, and rental-readiness advice. - [Hidden Gems Jacksonville NC - Discover Unique Attractions](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/hidden-gems-in-jacksonville-nc-you-need-to-discover): A Jacksonville, NC blog highlights parks, memorials, historic sites, and recreation venues for visitors and future residents. - [A Local-Style Weekend in Historic New Bern](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/a-local-style-weekend-in-historic-new-bern): Catalog guide to spending a local-style weekend in historic New Bern, with downtown, Tryon Palace, riverfront, dining, and events. - [Cape Carteret Daily Life: Is Coastal Living Right?](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/from-boat-ramp-to-beach-daily-life-in-cape-carteret): A guide to daily life, waterfront access, housing, amenities, and beach connectivity in Cape Carteret, North Carolina. - [What You Think When Someone is a Realtor? | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/what-do-you-think-of-when-you-hear-someone-is-a-realtor): A Turn-Key Realty blog post introduces Kim Parker and frames her work as a judgment-free, family-centered North Carolina realtor profile. - [Oak Island Beach Lifestyle: Right for Your First Home?](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/is-oak-island-right-for-your-first-beach-home): A Turnkey Realty guide weighs Oak Island, NC, for first-time beach buyers, stressing beach access, small-town living, and barrier-island tradeoffs. - [Cape Carteret Soundside Living: Why Buyers Love It](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/soundside-living-in-cape-carteret-what-residents-love): A TurnkeyRealty guide to Cape Carteret's soundside lifestyle, highlighting water access, beach proximity, and neighborhood conveniences. - [The Real Price-Setter in Jacksonville, NC's Housing Market](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/the-real-price-setter-in-jacksonville-ncs-housing-market-isnt-supply-or-demand): Analysis of how military housing allowances and Camp Lejeune demand shape Jacksonville, North Carolina's divided housing market. - [Oak Island Pre-Listing Updates That Matter Most](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/prioritizing-prelisting-updates-for-oak-island-sellers): Guidance for Oak Island sellers prioritizing coastal-friendly pre-listing repairs, moisture fixes, and permit-safe updates before listing. - [Southport NC Neighborhoods Guide | Find Your Best Fit](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/southport-neighborhoods-from-marina-district-to-cottages): Guide to Southport, NC neighborhoods, from the Yacht Basin and historic streets to cottage-scale blocks near the river. - [Oak Island Permit History Check for Home Sellers](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/prelist-permit-check-for-oak-island-sellers): Guide for Oak Island sellers on checking permits, flood records, septic files, and coastal approvals before listing. - [Living in Jacksonville NC: Guide for Military Families](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/life-in-jacksonville-nc-for-camp-lejeune-families): A Jacksonville, NC lifestyle guide for Camp Lejeune families, covering commuting, transit, services, recreation, and nearby weekend trips. - [Condo, Townhome, or House in New Bern, NC?](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/condo-townhome-or-house-in-new-bern-how-to-decide): Guidance for New Bern buyers comparing condos, townhomes, and detached houses against maintenance, dues, flood exposure, and historic-district rules. - [Oak Island's Best Weeks Start After the Fireworks Stop](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/oak-islands-best-three-weeks-start-after-the-fireworks-stop): A Turn-Key Realty guide to Oak Island's quieter late-summer attractions, events, trails, pier, and beach management. - [New Bern Waterfront vs Downtown Living | Compare Now](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/waterfront-or-downtown-choosing-your-new-bern-home-base): Guide to choosing between waterfront and downtown New Bern homes, comparing walkability, upkeep, flood risk and resale tradeoffs. - [Primary Home or Second Home in Cape Carteret?](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/primary-home-or-second-home-in-cape-carteret): A Cape Carteret home-buying guide comparing primary residences, second homes, financing, taxes, rentals, and coastal upkeep. - [New Bern Riverfront Lifestyle: What Daily Life Looks Like](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/what-everyday-riverfront-living-looks-like-in-new-bern): A New Bern real-estate guide to walkable, historic riverfront living, public water access, and flood-aware buying. - [Fall in Southport NC: A Resident's Playbook for the Season](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/fall-in-southport-a-residents-playbook-from-labor-day-to-thanksgiving): A resident-focused guide to Southport's fall events, dining, brewery, weekend routines, and seasonal real-estate considerations. - [Oak Island Vacation Home Investment: Is It Worth It?](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/oak-island-vacation-homes-as-hybrid-getaway-and-rental): Oak Island beach-home buying guide weighs hybrid personal-use rentals against flood risk, taxes, seasonality, and access factors. - [Southport's Historic District Rules Just Got Repealed](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/southport-spent-nearly-four-years-writing-historic-district-rules-the-state-erased-them-this-summer): An analysis of Southport's abolished historic-preservation overlay, its remaining designations, and implications for homeowners and sellers. - [Jacksonville NC Weekend Guide: What's New in 2026?](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/the-jacksonville-weekend-has-quietly-rewired-itself-in-2026): A resident-focused guide to Jacksonville, North Carolina's evolving weekend attractions, dining corridor, events, and itineraries in 2026. - [Selling Historic Home New Bern: What Sellers Should Know](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/selling-a-historic-home-in-new-bern-what-to-expect): Blog guide on selling a historic home in New Bern, covering preservation rules, disclosures, pricing, staging, and pre-listing prep. - [Cape Carteret's $8.87M Intersection Fix: What Buyers Should Know](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog/the-intersection-cape-carteret-has-fought-for-nine-years-finally-breaks-ground-next-month): A local analysis examines Cape Carteret's funded intersection rebuild, construction timeline, and implications for nearby home buyers and sellers. ## Testimonials - [Client Testimonials & Success Stories | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/testimonials): Customer testimonials for Turn-Key Realty and Kim Parker highlight renovation help, market expertise, and client-first service. ## Core Pages - [Turn-Key Realty Eastern North Carolina Luxury Homes For You](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/): Eastern North Carolina real estate brokerage with featured listings, neighborhood guides, and home valuation tools. ## Other Pages - [Terms and Conditions | Turn-Key Realty Real Estate Agent](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/terms-and-conditions): TurnkeyRealty's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use outlines data collection, AI use, advertising tracking, and opt-out choices. - [Turn-Key Realty | Real Estate Agents Serving North Carolina](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/team): Turn-Key Realty's team page lists agents, recent sales, testimonials, and contact details for its Jacksonville and Southport offices. - [Get in Touch | Turn-Key Realty Real Estate Agent](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/contact): Turn-Key Realty's contact page lists office locations, phone, email, and a message form for buyers and sellers. - [North Carolina Real Estate Blog | Turn-Key Realty](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/blog): Turn-Key Realty's blog lists North Carolina home-buying posts about Southport, Cape Carteret, New Bern, and Oak Island. - [Explore North Carolina Neighborhoods - A Comprehensive Guide](https://turnkeyrealtync.com/neighborhoods): Turn-Key Realty lists neighborhood expertise in Cape Carteret, Jacksonville, New Bern, Oak Island, and Southport.