1702 River Drive, New Bern, NC 28560
SOLD
SEP 8, 2025

1702 River Drive
New Bern, NC 28560

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,200 sqft

$414,000

Last Sold: Sep 8, 2025
3% below list $425K
$345/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,294/mo*
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$414,000

Last Sold: Sep 8, 2025
3% below list $425K
$345/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,294/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 sqft

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Description

Serene Waterfront Living Just Minutes from Downtown
Discover this beautifully renovated riverfront retreat, offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and 1,204 sq ft of bright, open living. The contemporary design features a vaulted, loft-like kitchen and living area with expansive windows and glass doors that open to a spacious deck—perfect for soaking in panoramic river views. Enjoy private outdoor living ideal for gardening, birdwatching, and launching a kayak. Nestled beneath mature trees with off-street parking, this peaceful haven provides easy access to the Historic District's vibrant restaurants, galleries, and shops while maintaining a sense of quiet seclusion.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from September 08, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$345/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1702 River Drive

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 3Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Dining Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1200 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, DishwasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: OtherHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Other
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
No Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: LVT/LVP
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: LVT LVP
View
View: River

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: PartialExterior: Shutters - Board/HurricaneFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking: Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Bulkhead, Waterfront, Water Depth 4+Frontage Type: RiverRoad Frontage: City Street, State RoadOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 29

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1945
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Wood FrameArchitecture: Wood Frame
Building
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 8016123

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $425,000Price Per Sqft: $345/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Jul 20 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: New BernCommunity: Riverside
School Information
Elementary School: Oaks RoadJr High / Middle School: H. J. MacDonaldHigh School: Craven Early College

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1200 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Neuse River Region Association of RealtorsNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9583.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 100509251Attic: Pull Down StairsWater ViewWater View: RiverAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetShowing Requirements: Appointment Only, Lockbox
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by DOTTIE CORNING, (252) 876-7650
NorthGroup
Bought with: DOTTIE CORNING, (252) 876-7650, NorthGroup
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Source: Hive MLS, MLS#100509251

Price History for 1702 River Drive

DatePriceEventSource
09/08/2025$414,000Sold
Hive MLS #100509251
07/21/2025$425,000ContingentHive MLS #100509251
06/25/2025$425,000PendingToActiveHive MLS #100509251
05/24/2025$425,000ContingentHive MLS #100509251
05/22/2025$425,000Listed For SaleHive MLS #100509251
02/03/2020$1,200ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/09/2020$1,200Listed For RentAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,779
Assessment$324,280
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1702 River Drive

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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Bath
Sqft
1510 N Pasteur Street, New Bern, NC
0.14
Single-Family Home
$290,000
08/29/25
3
1
1,330
1710 National Avenue, New Bern, NC
0.15
Single-Family Home
$170,000
08/27/25
3
1
1,271
1703 High Street, New Bern, NC
0.10
Single-Family Home
$192,000
12/19/25
3
1
875
515 National Court Drive, New Bern, NC
0.33
Single-Family Home
$192,500
12/03/25
3
1
1,202
522 Watson Avenue, New Bern, NC
0.31
Single-Family Home
$209,000
05/30/25
3
1
1,052
1510 National Avenue, New Bern, NC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$348,000
09/18/25
3
2
1,828
1221 N Craven Street, New Bern, NC
0.36
Single-Family Home
$320,000
02/27/26
2
2
1,475

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What Locals Say about New Bern

At least 368 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say there are community events

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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  • Charone Shivers
    "Always an event downtown on the water. Great for kids and adults and perfect for meeting people. Great restaurants and bars to go to after these events. Just an all around solid town. "
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  • 6bqy5dvk5d
    "Union Point Park has cool event every month, including holidays. New Bern is also is very inclusive with local shops."
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  • Tiffany W.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 5 years I love it. Very convenient to everything here in New Bern as well as close to the exit to go to cherry point or Kinston. There are many stores and restaurants in this area and crime rate is very low."
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  • Ajdefeo
    "It’s a small town with a lot of things to do: shopping, dining out, water activities (boating, fishing, etc.) live music, theaters, museums, etc. The city offers many free activities through its Parks and Recreation Department. Neighbors are friendly and life is peaceful. "
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  • J7pvzdgdcp
    "No place to walk your dog unfortunately. You must have a car, no sidewalks. But backyards are pretty big."
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  • Trulia User
    "Plenty of nice parks and neighborhoods in the area. Good schools and community shopping/weekend hangouts "
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  • Jeni
    "Family friendly neighborhood that is safe and easy to find. The area is very quiet but the people are friendly. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Perfect place everyone is friendly and there is open area on the side of the road to walk your animals so your not having to walk in the road. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Simple, easy. Only crowded during 5:00 rush hour. Other then that it is a real easy place to navigate with very little traffic."
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  • Rthdoyle
    "Dogs need to be on a leash but many people walk their dogs around the park near downtown New Bern..."
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  • Anna.ventura73
    "Mumfest each October, close proximity to the river and the beach, nice downtown on the Neuse river, Tryon Palace, rich in nation's history"
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  • Rthdoyle
    "Tryon Palace and two rivers meeting at New Bern and the still active railroad. Making New Bern the next Wilmington... beautiful waterfront homes along the river."
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  • Barnett_223
    "This is some where I would like to live if feels like home and it is close to the beach friendly area lots of shops to chose from"
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  • Jenna D.
    "I have lived here for 5 years and I’m centrally locates between downtown and the main shopping area. Everything is within a 5-10 minute drive from me. It’s perfect"
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  • Cheliya V.
    "There is no public transportation, so all stores can be reached by car or walking though some stores are very far apart. It is not the best place if you dont have a car or bike."
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  • Lindsay B.
    "Our neighborhood is great. The neighbors know how to respect your privacy but also have the kids play together and everyone waves at each other. There are as neighborly or as distant as you would like. "
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  • Msagray821
    "Most of the dogs are friendly and dog owners have them on leashes and it’s pet friendly in my neighborhood it’s safe and you don’t have to worry about getting attacked. "
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  • Msagray821
    "James city community fun day, parks and walking to the store and lots of restaurants quiet area safe to play outside "
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  • Rhianna S.
    "Free rain. Everyone loves dogs, cats, or any type of pet really around here. We are all animal lovers!"
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  • Msagray821
    "My neighborhood is safe and it’s in a convenient location cause it’s close to different restaurants and shopping centers and grocery stores and downtown and lots of parks for kids to Play"
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  • Msagray821
    "That this is a safe neighborhood and it’s quiet my kids love it but it’s not much to do they have a few parks that’s close to the area where we live. And the crime rate is low."
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  • Ellyn.smith
    "Everyone is friendly. Walking downtown, anywhere in the town, folks make eye contact and say hello."
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  • Kyaana
    "Price wise is good. The area is a nice place and is safe too. I would live herw and recommd this place. "
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  • Rhianna S.
    "Hi! Love the neighborhood! Quite and convenient to shopping and fast food! Lol! Hope to stay in this area forever."
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  • India W.
    "New Bern is a small place and your kids will get very bored here. But between awesome events every weekend and Friday night lights they’ll surely enjoy. "
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  • Gigi
    "The neighborhood is very safe for children. I see moms helping their children on trikes and bikes. It is also a dog-friendly place with responsible pet owners who clean up after their pets."
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  • Dhappygirl4
    "I don’t use public transportation. We don’t have much of a public transportation system. We do have carts which I think is for seniors or disabled. "
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  • Unspecified
    "No public transportation but you can get and Uber to get around. Beautiful neighborhood. Favorite places to go to is union point park."
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  • Dhappygirl4
    "People are always walking their dogs in the neighborhood. There are bowls of water and snacks outside businesses. "
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  • Frank S.
    "I'm just visiting you shouldn't make me write something about a neighborhood I know nothing about why do I have to write something for this website"
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  • Jjleyland
    "There’s a lot of us and it’s dog walker friendly. No sidewalks but plenty of grassy areas and some golf course related paths. "
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  • Barbarabenn02
    "The neighborhood is very dog friendly . People walk with their dogs, their kids follow either on foot or bikes. The only issue I’ve noticed is occasionally speeders coming through the community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "You need a car to go anywhere and everywhere! There is a gas station a mile down the road and then it’s another five miles to civilization "
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  • Lindsay B.
    "The neighborhood keeps to themselves but is also helpful and friendly. Kids play together out side and neighbors help each other with small projects. "
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  • Bms3116
    "We have a great neighborhood made up of neighbors who care. During the hurricane people who stayed walked around to watch and check on other people’s houses, organized support to help clean up homes and yards, and kept neighbors informed of opportunities for support or assistance. Just a safe, friendly, supportive neighborhood to live in! "
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  • Sgurganus
    "Great family oriented place to live. Owners even hand deliver Birthday cards to your appartment. Neighbors also keep an eye on each other when possible. All kids I have met have been very polite and respectful and very well behaved."
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1702 River Drive, New Bern, NC 28560 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1945. This property is not currently available for sale. 1702 River Drive was last sold on Sep 8, 2025 for $414,000 (3% lower than the asking price of $425,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 1702 River Drive is $410,200.