NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1608 Colonial Way New Bern, NC 28560

New Bern Area

Estimated Value: $195,000 - $214,220

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,235 Sq Ft
$166/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 23, 2026

Last sale price $205,000 $166 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $1,240 / mo

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • No HOA
  • Front Porch
  • Grover C. Fields Middle School Rated 9+
  • Fenced Yard
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of April 2026

Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath property featuring a welcoming front porch perfect for relaxing evenings. Inside, you'll find a bright living room filled with natural light and a formal dining room ideal for gatherings and entertaining. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and generous counter space for preparing meals, complete with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. A full bath with a shower/tub combo, ample storage throughout, and durable LVP flooring add both style and functionality. Washer and dryer hookups provide everyday convenience. Step outside to a fenced backyard--perfect for pets or play--along with a detached garage featuring a workbench and an additional carport for extra covered parking. Conveniently located near historic downtown New Bern, shopping, and medical facilities, this home combines comfort, practicality, and location. Seller is offering a 2-10 Home Warranty.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Abbey Whitford

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast AB License #313219 Listed on: 02/22/2026

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast AB

Last Buyer's Agent

TEAM VARY

NorthGroup License #150928

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,327

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property fronts a state road
  • Fenced Yard
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,235 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Security System Owned

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Attached Carport Spaces
  • Workshop in Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Front Porch

Schools

  • J. T. Barber Elementary School
  • Grover C.Fields Middle School
  • New Bern High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Green Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Assessor Parcel Number 8-022 -112

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,327

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • View: See Remarks
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Range
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Original List Price: 215000.00
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1235.00
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • Prospect Exempt Y N: No
  • Remarks And Showing Info Recording Device Y N: No
  • Remarks Written By Agent Y N: Yes
  • Home Warranty Company: 2-10
  • Home Warranty Amount: 700.00
  • List Price Per Sqft: 174.09
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space2
  • Flooring: LVT/LVP
  • Interior Amenities: Solid Surface, Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Room Types: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Area, Dining Room, Living Room
  • Stories: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.10
  • Attic Features: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Living Area Range: 1200 - 1399

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Finish: Aluminum Siding
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Back Yard, Wood
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Road Frontage Type: See Remarks
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
  • Waterfront?: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Concrete
  • Attached Carport Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Natural Gas
  • Trash Collection: City Pick-UP
  • Water Source: Public, Public2
  • Security Features: Security System Owned
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)2
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Gas Pack, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer, City of New Bern
  • Electric Provider: City of New Bern
  • Internet Service Providers: Metronet
  • Natural Gas Provider: Piedmont Natural Gas Co.
  • Water Provider: City of New Bern

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Has H O A?: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: J. T. Barber
  • High School: New Bern
  • Middle Or Junior School: Grover C.Fields

Lot Info

  • Deed Book: 3757
  • Deed Page: 1661.00
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Lot Size: irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8712.00
  • Purchase Contract Date: 2026-03-12
  • Parcel#: 8-022 -112
  • Cobra Zone Y N: No
  • Federal Flood Insurance Available Y N: Yes
  • Permitted Use: Public

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Book Number: 0
  • Tax Map Number: 0
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
  • Tax Amount: 1327.37

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 22, 2026
Closed on
Apr 16, 2026
Sold by
Melson Iii Jack
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Abbey Whitford
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast AB
Buyer's Agent
TEAM VARY
NorthGroup
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$205,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-4.65%
Views
23
Current Estimated Value
$204,555

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$445
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.57%
Original Mortgage
$105,000
Outstanding Balance
$104,795
Interest Rate
6.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$99,760

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2023
Closed on
Mar 14, 2023
Sold by
Boylan Heights Land Company Llc
Bought by
Melson Jack F
Seller's Agent
Lisa Kennedy
Boylan and Lane Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Abbey Whitford
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast AB
List Price
$180,000
Sold Price
$180,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.27%
Original Mortgage
$5,130
Interest Rate
0.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2021
Closed on
Jun 15, 2021
Sold by
Harris Laura A
Bought by
Boylan Heights Land Company Llc
Seller's Agent
Alyson Squires
RE/MAX Elite Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Kennedy
Boylan and Lane Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$40,000
Sold Price
$40,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
136.19%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2010
Sold by
Harris David Lee and Harris Glenda Odom
Bought by
Harris Donald J and Harris Laura S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,198
Interest Rate
5.02%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$205,000 None Listed On Document
Melson Jack F $180,000 None Listed On Document
Boylan Heights Land Company Llc $40,000 None Available
Harris Donald J $89,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $105,000
Previous Owner Melson Jack F $5,130
Previous Owner Melson Jack F $171,000
Previous Owner Harris Donald J $90,198
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/23/2026 04/23/26 Sold $205,000 -4.7% $166 / Sq Ft
02/22/2026 02/22/26 For Sale $215,000 +19.4% $174 / Sq Ft
03/15/2023 03/15/23 Sold $180,000 0.0% $144 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/13/2023 02/13/23 Pending -- -- --
02/09/2023 02/09/23 For Sale $180,000 +350.0% $144 / Sq Ft
06/16/2021 06/16/21 Sold $40,000 0.0% $32 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/20/2021 04/20/21 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2021 04/15/21 For Sale $40,000 0.0% $32 / Sq Ft
12/31/2012 12/31/12 Rented -- -- --
12/01/2012 12/01/12 Under Contract -- -- --
10/15/2012 10/15/12 For Rent $800 -- --
Source: Hive MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,327 $150,380 $25,000 $125,380
2024 $1,327 $150,380 $25,000 $125,380
2023 $1,300 $150,380 $25,000 $125,380
2022 $810 $72,000 $15,000 $57,000
2021 $810 $72,000 $15,000 $57,000
2020 $803 $72,000 $15,000 $57,000
2019 $803 $72,000 $15,000 $57,000
2018 $756 $72,000 $15,000 $57,000
2017 $756 $72,000 $15,000 $57,000
2016 $756 $102,630 $26,000 $76,630
2015 $937 $102,630 $26,000 $76,630
2014 $937 $102,630 $26,000 $76,630
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100556055

Hive MLS

APN: 8-022-112

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