516 2nd Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
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OFF MARKET

$131,250

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,710 sqft

516 2nd Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 19, 2025 for $131,250

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1925
1,710 sqft
2 Open Spaces

About this House

Positioned in a prime location just minutes from the heart of downtown New Bern, this unique property offers not one, but two residences on a single lot. The main two-story home features three bedrooms, one bathroom, a charming rocking chair front porch, some updated electrical, newer HVAC, and a carport for covered parking. Inside, it has been freshly painted and thoughtfully refreshed, with plumbing updates completed and insulation added to portions of the exterior walls. The exterior has seen major improvements as well, including updates to the roof, new fascia board, repaired window seals, wood rot repairs, and a full exterior paint job—boosting both curb appeal and longevity. Tucked privately at the rear of the property, the separate studio unit includes its own utility meter and has been upgraded with a new mini-split HVAC system within the past two years—ideal for guests, extended family, or flexible living space. With a solid rental history, tasteful updates, and true move-in-ready condition, this property offers both value and versatility. Located near the Stanley White Recreation Center, medical facilities, local parks, shopping, and dining, you'll love the convenience and community feel this neighborhood offers. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the other, or simply enjoy extra space, this downtown gem is ready for its next chapter. Contact us today for a tour and to learn of more opportunities coming to this area!
516 2nd Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,710 sqft single-family home built in 1925. It last sold for $131,250 on Aug 19, 2025 (6% below the $140,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2025 with an asking price of $1,430 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 17, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,685/month.
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by ROWLAND & THE HOME SALES TEAM, (252) 631-6787
Keller Williams Realty
KATIE LEMAIRE, (910) 750-2887
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with: Ray Copeland, (252) 649-3081, SellingNorthCarolina.com
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Source: Hive MLS, MLS#100516755

Home Details for 516 2nd Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Dining Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1710 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Electric Oven, RefrigeratorLaundry: Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In KitchenRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
No Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: LVT/LVP, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: LVT LVP, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Covered, PorchFencing: Chain Link, PartialOther Structures: Guest House, See RemarksFoundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2Has a CarportNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Concrete,Off Street,On Site,Tandem
Frontage
Road Frontage: Maintained, City Street, State RoadNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 12

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Wood FrameArchitecture: Wood Frame
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, BlockNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 8012A 222

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $140,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Jul 12 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: New BernCommunity: Not In Subdivision
School Information
Elementary School: J. T. BarberJr High / Middle School: Grover C.FieldsHigh School: New Bern

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1350 Square Feet

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3049.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

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

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 100516755Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetShowing Requirements: Appointment Only, No Sign

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 17, 2026
Source: Hive MLS #100349427
ListingRemoved
$90,000
Dec 17, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,430
Sep 12, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,430
Aug 19, 2025
Source: Hive MLS #100516755
Sold
$131,250
Jul 26, 2025
Source: Hive MLS #100516755
Pending
$140,000

Market trends in New Bern

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$322K
$2.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$180
$0MoM
Available listings
247
1MoM

Around this home

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

  • 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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    "We all have several acres "
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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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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 516 2nd Avenue

  • What is the price history for 516 2nd Avenue?
    516 2nd Avenue in New Bern, NC last sold for $131,250 in August 2025.
  • Is New Bern a buyer's or seller's market?
    New Bern is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in New Bern?
    The median sale price in New Bern is $322K. That is up $2.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about New Bern?
    Residents describe New Bern, NC as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in New Bern, NC.
  • Does 516 2nd Avenue have air conditioning?
    Yes, 516 2nd Avenue in New Bern, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 516 2nd Avenue have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 516 2nd Avenue in New Bern, NC has laundry facilities.

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