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Contingent
$499,000 Est. $3,438/mo — Get pre-qualified
3beds 3baths 3,335sq ft 0.23acres

1208 National Avenue · New Bern, NC 28560

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Step Into History. Stay for the Lifestyle.
Charming and spacious 3-bedroom home with a bonus room, ideally located in the desirable Historic Riverside neighborhood of downtown New Bern. Built in 1935, this distinctive home beautifully blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern updates. The home offers 3 full bathrooms, all recently remodeled, along with an updated kitchen, parlor, bedrooms, and dining room. Designed with entertaining in mind, the spacious kitchen features a large center island with seating for five, a F. Bertazzoni gas range, Wolf oven, and abundant workspace. The dedicated walk-in laundry room includes a washer and dryer, plus a second refrigerator for added convenience and storage. The third floor offers a huge bonus room, previously used as a bedroom for two teenagers, creating endless possibilities for recreation, media, guest space, or a home retreat. An additional light-filled room is currently being used as a home office and gaming room, offering even more flexibility for today's lifestyle. Throughout the home, beautiful stained-glass windows add timeless character, color, and warmth. Additional features include generous storage throughout the home, including a basement, a detached garage ideal for a single vehicle, workshop, or home gym, and a fully fenced backyard with a beautiful stone-edged garden. This unique Historic Riverside property offers space, character, flexibility, and an unbeatable downtown location, just minutes from the shops, restaurants, waterfront, and everything New Bern has to offer. Come experience the character and possibilities of this special home for yourself. Call today to schedule your private showing!

Features & Amenities

Living Area3,335 Sq.Ft.
Bedrooms3
Baths3
HeatingGas Pack, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
FireplaceNo
AppliancesGas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Interior FeaturesHigh Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Kitchen Island, Walk-in Shower, Built-in Features
LaundryLaundry Room
StyleSingle Family Residence
Year Built1935
ConstructionBrick, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
RoofShingle
FoundationCrawl Space
ParkingDetached, Unpaved, Garage
StatusContingent
Lot Size0.23 Acres
SubdivisionRiverside Historic
CountyCRAVEN
Last UpdatedOct 7, 2026
UtilitiesNatural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water SourcePublic
HOANo
ElementaryOaks Road Elementary School
MiddleH. J. MacDonald Middle School
HighNew Bern High School
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Last Updated: Oct 7, 2026