704 E Front St New Bern, NC 28560
New Bern AreaEstimated payment $3,298/month
Highlights
- In a Historic District
- River View
- Attic
- Grover C. Fields Middle School Rated 9+
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
Historic Charm and Downtown New Bern Living! Historic home built in 1895 perfectly blends timeless character with a modern, open-concept floor plan. Situated just steps from everything you love, this property offers the ultimate downtown New Bern lifestyle where you can easily access local shops, restaurants, and scenic river walkways. Relax on your welcoming front porch or retreat to the back screened-in porch to catch the refreshing river breeze. Inside, the home has been updated for total peace of mind. In 2019, the home was raised and modernized with a new HVAC system, flooring, updated kitchen, plus plumbing and electrical systems. Convenient full bathroom downstairs. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite with beautiful views and shares a clever Jack-and-Jill bathroom with the second spacious bedroom. The convenience continues with a second-floor laundry room, fully fenced backyard perfect for pets or entertaining. Looking for a true downtown living lifestyle this home is ready for you! Recorded Easement to share for access to back of property. Downstairs minisplits replaced September 2026! Home inspection report available. Current flood premium is $1853 per year. This home was an Airbnb rental May 2024- Jan 2025 and had an occupancy rate of 89%!!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,001
Year Built
- Built in 1895
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 20' x 138'
- Property fronts a state road
- Fenced Yard
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Raised Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,574 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Bookcases
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- River Views
- Crawl Space
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Unpaved Parking
- On-Site Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Schools
- Brinson Elementary School
- Grover C.Fields Middle School
- New Bern High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Electric Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Additional Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- In a Historic District
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- New Bern Downtown Historic Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 8-003 -245
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $3,073 | $359,430 | $50,880 | $308,550 |
| 2024 | $3,073 | $359,430 | $50,880 | $308,550 |
| 2023 | $3,025 | $359,430 | $50,880 | $308,550 |
| 2022 | $2,675 | $250,950 | $72,000 | $178,950 |
| 2021 | $2,675 | $250,950 | $72,000 | $178,950 |
| 2020 | $2,324 | $219,490 | $72,000 | $147,490 |
| 2019 | $1,502 | $139,830 | $72,000 | $67,830 |
| 2018 | $2,085 | $205,000 | $72,000 | $133,000 |
| 2017 | $2,085 | $205,000 | $72,000 | $133,000 |
| 2016 | $2,258 | $166,450 | $51,070 | $115,380 |
| 2015 | $1,497 | $166,450 | $51,070 | $115,380 |
| 2014 | $1,497 | $166,450 | $51,070 | $115,380 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/10/2026 08/10/26 | Price Changed | $549,900 | -3.4% | $349 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/24/2026 07/24/26 | Price Changed | $569,000 | -1.0% | $361 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/12/2026 06/12/26 | For Sale | $575,000 | +57.5% | $365 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/26/2023 04/26/23 | Sold | $365,000 | 0.0% | $232 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/07/2023 03/07/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/06/2023 03/06/23 | For Sale | $365,000 | +121.2% | $232 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/18/2018 06/18/18 | Sold | $165,000 | 0.0% | $105 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/13/2018 05/13/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/12/2018 05/12/18 | For Sale | $165,000 | -- | $105 / Sq Ft |
Source: Hive MLS
MLS Number: 100578584
APN: 8-003-245
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