About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 518 Ruth Avenue in New Bern, NC is listed for $149,900 ($171 per sqft). Built in 1959, the home offers 875 sqft of living space on a 0.06 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1959
  • 0.06 acre lot
  • 2 parking spaces

Property Details

1 story
1 full
2-car garage
1959

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

NEW PRICE $149,900! Here's an opportunity to own an updated 3-bedroom home at an affordable price point just minutes from Downtown New Bern! Renovated in 2019, this charming home offers easy-care LVP flooring, an updated kitchen and bath, energy-efficient windows, vinyl siding, a durable metal roof, and a tankless natural gas water heater.

Even better, the sellers have recently completed approximately $10,000 in crawlspace drainage and moisture-management improvements, including a sump pump, vapor barrier, dehumidifier and related work, providing added peace of mind for the next owner. The fenced backyard offers space to relax, garden or entertain, and there's no HOA.

With public water and sewer and a convenient location close to shopping, dining and all that New Bern has to offer, this home is a great option for a first-time buyer, downsizer or investor. Fresh price, completed improvements and ready for its next owner. Come take another look at 518 Ruth Avenue!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$802/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$108
Interest$650
Insurance$44

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

518 Ruth Avenue

New Bern, NC 28560

Sunnyside

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s)Blinds/Shades

Property Details

Flooring

Lvt/lvp

Construction

Vinyl Siding Wood Frame

Heating

Electric (Heating)

Cooling

Window Unit(s)Wall/Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Built-In MicrowaveWasherRefrigeratorDryerDishwasherElectric Range

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 518 Ruth Avenue is listed at $149,900 ($171/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $802 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1959, 0.06 acre lot, 2 parking spaces. Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades.

This property is listed by Sharon Overholt.

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Sharon Overholt

License 258064

Agent at Century 21 Coastal Advantage

Listed by Century 21 Coastal Advantage · Broker phone: (910) 353-7757 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 100575890· Source: Hive MLS· 164 days on PropertySimple

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518 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560

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