Owners Suite - 1503 National Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
Owners Suite - 1503 National Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
SKETCH - 1503 National Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
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$325,000

1503 National Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
New Bern, NC 28560
Listed by The Donna and Team New Bern · Keller Williams Realty
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Living area
2,380 sqft
Year built
1940

About this home

$10,000 in Use as You Choose Credits from the seller!! Inspections available upon request from the listing agent! Timeless elegance and mature grounds unite harmoniously in this beautiful four-bedroom brick residence situated within New Bern's desirable National Heights neighborhood. A charming covered front porch provides a classic introduction, guiding arrivals into a light-filled living room that immediately impresses with its generous proportions, rich wood flooring, and cozy fireplace. This inviting central area transitions effortlessly into a lovely formal dining room, setting the stage for quiet dining and memorable celebrations. Just adjacent, the thoughtfully designed kitchen serves as a culinary haven, boasting excellent cabinet storage, a functional pantry, and a dedicated layout that transitions smoothly into a convenient laundry room with ample storage. The versatile, two-story floor plan is perfectly structured for privacy and comfort. The main level hosts three restful sleeping quarters alongside a pristine bathroom, adorned with classic tile work and upgraded touches. Ascending to the second level reveals an additional spacious bedroom and a converted utility room, including an exterior entry, which offers versatility for rental options or guest accommodation. Ample storage throughout the home creates an efficient environment for everyday living. Outdoor living impresses on this .41-acre property, featuring a partially fenced backyard bounded by mature trees that offer an ideal canvas for recreation and weekend relaxation. Perfectly positioned to experience the quintessential coastal Carolina lifestyle, this exceptional residence offers convenience to New Bern's historic, vibrant lifestyle, boutique shops, celebrated restaurants, and medical facilities while providing an easy commute to local beaches and military facilities.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Hive MLS
MLS #
100579458
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
National Heights
Status
Active
Days on market
53
On market date
September 20, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.41 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Oaks Road Academy
0.94 mi away · Grades 0-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
337
Student:teacher ratio
14.0:1
District
Craven County Schools
Middle
H J MacDonald Middle
2.74 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
742
Student:teacher ratio
17.7:1
District
Craven County Schools
High
Craven Early College High
2.89 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
229
Student:teacher ratio
28.6:1
District
Craven County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for New Bern's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.

38
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
7.5 / 20 -- Below average walkable

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in New Bern, from live MLS data.

On the market 53 days -- 89 fewer days than New Bern's current average of 142 days.
For reference, the median list price across 628 active listings in New Bern right now is $319,900.

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Est. monthly payment
$2,107/mo
$65,000 down
$260,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,686
Property tax (est.)$271
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 16 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.