481 River Road, New Bern, NC 28510
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481 River Road
New Bern, NC 28510

  • 3 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,306 sqft

$850,000

Est. Mortgage $4,762/mo*
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$850,000

Est. Mortgage $4,762/mo*
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3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,306 sqft
We estimate this home will sell faster than 99% nearby.

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Spectacular Neuse River Waterfront Home with Elevator, Private Dock & Panoramic Water Views
Experience coastal living at its finest in this exceptional waterfront residence offering over 3,300 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. ASK ABOUT THE 2.5% ASSUMABLE VA LOAN. This impressive home features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, plus two additional rooms with closets that have been ideal as guest accommodations, a home office, exercise room, or hobby space.
From the moment you arrive, the home's striking curb appeal sets the stage for the quality found throughout. The ground level offers an oversized garage with abundant workshop space, along with the convenience of both a permanent interior staircase and a private elevator providing effortless access.
The main living floor is designed for both everyday comfort and elegant entertaining. The chef's kitchen showcases premium, high-end appliances, an eye-catching inlaid tile backsplash, and an eat-at bar. The adjoining living area is warm and inviting, while the luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat featuring an on-suite bath with a walk-in tiled shower and generous walk-in closet. A convenient half bath and oversized laundry room complete this level.
The second floor offers two guest bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and two versatile bonus rooms that can easily accommodate overnight guests, a home office, fitness room, or craft space.
The third floor is an entertainer's dream. Here you'll discover an expansive recreation room featuring a beautiful bar, a comfortable gathering area, an adjoining sitting room, and a large walk-in storage room. Whether hosting friends for game day, enjoying gatherings, or relaxing after a day on the water, this incredible space is sure to become a favorite.
Outdoor living is equally impressive with expansive covered porches on both the second and third levels, capturing breathtaking, miles-wide waterviews. From these elevated vantage points, you'll enjoy unforgettable sunrises, spectacular sunsets, and front-row seats to the Minnesot Ferry, the MCAS Cherry Point Air Show, Friday night fireworks from Camp Seafarer, and even the Camp Don Lee hayrides as they pass along the shoreline.
Water enthusiasts will appreciate the outstanding waterfront improvements, including a concrete dock with sitting area, covered boat lift, personal watercraft lift, canoe and kayak launch, fish-cleaning station, and flagpole--everything needed to fully embrace the waterfront lifestyle.
Situated on an efficiently sized homesite, this property offers low-maintenance living, allowing more time to enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, and all that the Neuse River has to offer. Despite the smaller lot, the surrounding large tracts of farmland create an open, peaceful setting that feels remarkably spacious and private.
This is more than a home--it's a waterfront lifestyle unlike any other.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 99% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$257
Listed
11 days ago

Home Details for 481 River Road

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: See RemarksNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bonus Room, Den, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Media RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3306 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Water ConnectedAppliances: Electric Oven, See Remarks, Refrigerator, Range, DishwasherDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump,ElectricAir Conditioning: Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Gas & Electric
No Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Storm Door(s)Flooring: LVT/LVP, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 3Levels: Three Or MoreElevatorFloors: LVT LVP, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
View
View: River, Water

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Covered, Porch, See Remarks, Balcony, Front PorchFencing: Back Yard, NoneExterior: Storm DoorsFoundation: Other, Raised, Pilings
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Pier, Boat Lift, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Water Rights, WaterfrontFrontage Type: RiverRoad Frontage: Maintained, PavedRoad Surface Type: PavedOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 5Days on Market: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2009
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Wood FrameArchitecture: Wood Frame
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood FrameNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: G10129

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $850,000Price Per Sqft: $257
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: ArapahoeCommunity: Not In Subdivision
School Information
Elementary School: Pamlico County PrimaryJr High / Middle School: Pamlico CountyHigh School: Pamlico County

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 100584618

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3306 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Frequency (second): AnnuallyAssociation for this Listing: Neuse River Region Association of RealtorsNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan, See Remarks

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 100584618Living Area Range: 3000 - 3499Attic: Partially Floored, Walk-InWater ViewWater View: River, WaterAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetShowing Requirements: Appointment Only, Lockbox
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of THE TYSON GROUP STEVE & JANA, (252) 675-9595
TYSON GROUP, REALTORS
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Source: Hive MLS, MLS#100584618
Also Listed on Hive MLS.

Market trends in New Bern

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$308K
$500MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$180
$3MoM
Available listings
255
23MoM

Price History for 481 River Road

DatePriceEventSource
06/26/2026$850,000Listed For SaleHive MLS #100584618
10/08/2008$200,000Sold
Hive MLS #90065564

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,782
Assessment$256,433
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Comparable Sales for 481 River Road

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
349 River Road, Arapahoe, NC
0.12
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$520,000
11/25/25
3
3
2,699
215 River Road, Arapahoe, NC
0.27
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$685,000
11/19/25
2
2.5
2,215
135 Minnesott Beach Road, Arapahoe, NC
1.61
Single-Family Home
$440,000
08/20/25
3
2
1,464
52 Lakeshore Drive, Arapahoe, NC
1.79
Single-Family Home
$220,000
04/15/26
3
2
2,009
11494 Nc Highway 306, Arapahoe, NC
1.77
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$247,000
10/21/25
3
2
1,555
299 Phillips Drive, Minnesott Beach, NC
1.85
Single-Family Home
$265,000
03/31/26
3
2
1,200
497 Hardison Drive, Arapahoe, NC
1.70
Single-Family Home
$430,000
02/17/26
3
2
1,955
226 Pinewood Drive, Minnesott Beach, NC
1.99
Single-Family Home
$305,000
02/12/26
3
2
2,122
429 Country Club Drive W, Arapahoe, NC
2.16
Single-Family Home
$394,000
06/05/26
3
2
1,740
10573 Nc Highway 306, Arapahoe, NC
2.24
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$300,000
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2.5
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What Locals Say about New Bern

At least 370 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

  • 79 % 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

  • 46 % 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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    "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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    "No place to walk your dog unfortunately. You must have a car, no sidewalks. But backyards are pretty big."
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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Agent Phone: (252) 675-9595
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481 River Road, New Bern, NC 28510 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,306 sqft single-family home built in 2009. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Hive MLS on Jun 26, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 100584618.