$162,000 - $173,468
RENTED MAY 30, 2025

512 Watson Ave New Bern, NC 28560

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,026 Sq Ft
$165 Price per Sq Ft

Last Sold April 08, 2025

Last sale price $174,000 $170 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $983/month

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Living Room
  • Fenced Yard
  • Screened Patio
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2025

Charming Updated Home Just Minutes from Downtown New Bern!Welcome to this beautifully updated home offering both charm and flexibility. The second floor features a finished bonus room--perfect as a game room, home office, or extra storage--as well as a private bedroom with a convenient half bath. On the main level, you'll find two spacious bedrooms and a full bath, ideal for comfortable single-level living.Enjoy warm summer evenings on the screened-in porch, or fire up the grill in your private backyard oasis. A separate storage shed provides extra space for your outdoor gear or hobbies.Just 5 minutes from downtown New Bern and located just outside the Historic District, you're perfectly positioned for riverfront bike rides, visits to local shops, and all the charm and activities our beautiful town has to offer.The kitchen is a standout with its modern flat-top stove, wraparound breakfast nook (complete with a built-in table), and updated finishes. A separate laundry room and rear entrance add everyday convenience.Don't miss your chance to enjoy New Bern living at its best--schedule your tour today!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Kerry Cava

eXp Realty License #326152 Listed on: 05/12/2025

eXp Realty

Last Renter's Agent

Kerry Cava

eXp Realty License #326152 Listed on: 05/12/2025

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,022

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,026 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Living Room
  • Permanent Attic Stairs

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Parking

  • Driveway
  • On-Site Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Oaks Road Elementary School
  • H. J. Macdonald Middle School
  • New Bern High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tenant pays for cable TV, cooling, water, trash collection, snow removal, sewer, pest control, lawn maint, heating, gas, electricity, deposit

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,022

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Owner Pays: None
  • Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Cooling, Water, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Sewer, Pest Control, Lawn Maint, Heating, Gas, Electricity, Deposit
  • Leased Price Sq Ft: 1.66
  • Lease Price per Sq Ft: 1.66

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Rental
  • Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Stories Levels: Two
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Trash Collection: City Pick-UP
  • Horses Y N: No
  • PetsAllowedPetsAllowed: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Attic: See Remarks, Stairs - Perm
  • Basement: None
  • Dining Room Type: Kitchen
  • Fireplace: None
  • Flooring: Carpet, LVT/LVP, Laminate
  • Heated Sq Ft: 1000 - 1199
  • Interior Amenities: Blinds/Shades, Ceiling Fan(s), Bookcases
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Number Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Sq Ft Heated: 1026.00
  • Heated and Separate Living Space Sq Ft: 1026.00
  • Storage: Storage Room

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood, Chain Link
  • Porch Balcony Deck: Patio, Screened, Porch
  • Road Type Frontage: Maintained
  • Waterfront: No
  • Waterview: No
  • Pool Spa: None

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Driveway: Concrete, On Site

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Fuel Tank: None
  • Heating System: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Service Providers Electric Provider: City of New Bern
  • Service Providers Sewer Provider: City of New Bern
  • Service Providers Water Provider: City of New Bern
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • HeatingSystemFuelSource: Natural Gas

Association/Amenities

  • HOA: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK

Lot Info

  • Lot Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7841.00

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Oaks Road
  • High School: New Bern
  • Middle School: H. J. MacDonald

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 13, 2025
Closed on
Mar 18, 2025
Sold by
Jones Daniel A and Jones Holly S
Bought by
Aguilar Vasti and Aguilar Jeanette
Seller's Agent
Kayla Caudel
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kerry Cava
eXp Realty
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$174,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-10.77%
Views
88
Current Estimated Value
$169,367

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,633
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.15%
Original Mortgage
$170,848
Outstanding Balance
$169,970
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$603

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 13, 2021
Closed on
Jan 21, 2022
Sold by
Spencer Amy L and Spencer Peter
Bought by
Jones Daniel A and Jones Holly S
Seller's Agent
DONNA AND TEAM NEW BERN
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
DONNA AND TEAM NEW BERN
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$120,000
Sold Price
$114,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.32%
Original Mortgage
$91,200
Interest Rate
3.56%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 17, 2012
Closed on
Feb 12, 2013
Sold by
Tracy Betty R
Bought by
Spencer Amy L
Seller's Agent
THE OFFICE
TRENT RIVER REALTY - HISTORIC
Buyer's Agent
Jana Tyson
TYSON GROUP, REALTORS
List Price
$45,500
Sold Price
$34,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,500
-25.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.39%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2009
Sold by
Allen Gary
Bought by
Tracy Betty R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2007
Sold by
Tracy Betty R
Bought by
Allen Gary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Aguilar Vasti $174,000 None Listed On Document
Aguilar Vasti $174,000 None Listed On Document
Jones Daniel A $114,000 Moeller Pa
Spencer Amy L $34,000 None Available
Tracy Betty R -- None Available
Allen Gary $65,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Aguilar Vasti $170,848
Closed Aguilar Vasti $170,848
Previous Owner Jones Daniel A $91,200
Previous Owner Allen Gary $65,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Rented $1,700 0.0% --
05/25/2025 05/25/25 Under Contract -- -- --
05/12/2025 05/12/25 For Rent $1,700 0.0% --
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Sold $174,000 -5.9% $170 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/24/2025 02/24/25 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2025 01/30/25 Price Changed $185,000 -5.1% $180 / Sq Ft
01/13/2025 01/13/25 For Sale $195,000 +71.1% $190 / Sq Ft
02/11/2022 02/11/22 Sold $114,000 -0.9% $111 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/18/2022 01/18/22 Pending -- -- --
01/17/2022 01/17/22 Price Changed $115,000 -4.2% $112 / Sq Ft
12/13/2021 12/13/21 For Sale $120,000 +252.9% $117 / Sq Ft
02/12/2013 02/12/13 Sold $34,000 0.0% $33 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/01/2013 02/01/13 Rented -- -- --
02/01/2013 02/01/13 Under Contract -- -- --
01/18/2013 01/18/13 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2012 10/17/12 For Sale $45,500 0.0% $44 / Sq Ft
07/24/2012 07/24/12 For Rent $750 -- --
Source: Hive MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $1,022 $113,800 $20,000 $93,800
2024 $1,022 $113,800 $20,000 $93,800
2023 $999 $113,800 $20,000 $93,800
2022 $747 $65,890 $13,000 $52,890
2021 $747 $65,890 $13,000 $52,890
2020 $740 $65,890 $13,000 $52,890
2019 $740 $65,890 $13,000 $52,890
2018 $695 $65,890 $13,000 $52,890
2017 $695 $65,890 $13,000 $52,890
2016 $695 $84,450 $15,000 $69,450
2015 $777 $84,450 $15,000 $69,450
2014 $777 $84,450 $15,000 $69,450
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100507060

Hive MLS

APN: 8-016-011