Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/01/2026
Listed
$1,295,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Discover a private waterfront retreat on 5.24 acres along the beautiful Trent River! Custom-built by Tab Premium Built Homes in 2015, this exceptional property blends timeless plantation-style charm with impressive living space, thoughtful details, and amenities for relaxed waterfront living. The three-story main home offers an impressive 3,573 square feet, with the convenience of an elevator servicing the home. The spacious kitchen features granite countertops, a large island, bar seating, double ovens, and an oversized pantry. Thoughtfully designed for everyday living and entertaining, 278 Skippers Road offers a formal dining room, perfect for gathering with family and friends. The expansive wraparound rear porch invites you to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, complete with an outside fireplace for cozy evenings, as well as a fireplace in the family room. The generous primary suite features a large walk-in shower, a tiled jetted tub, and the added convenience of a laundry room and walk-in closet, all thoughtfully located within the primary suite. The impressive third-floor bonus room offers additional space for a media room, hobbies, or guests and a walk-in attic for more storage space. A hatch within the bonus room opens to the widow's walk atop the home, where you can take in beautiful elevated views of the surrounding property. You can enjoy seasonal views , in fall and winter, of the Trent River from the rest of home as well! A separate three-car garage features its own bathroom and workshop area, with a spacious one-bedroom, two-bath apartment above offering another 1,292 square feet of heated and cooled living space. Complete with a fireplace, large kitchen, brand-new HVAC system, and tankless water heater, the apartment provides excellent flexibility for extended family, guests, or additional living arrangements. Step outside to enjoy the beautiful in-ground saltwater pool and pool house, surrounded by the privacy and natural beauty of the property. Additional features include solar power with solar battery backup, providing added peace of mind during power outages. With large acreage, a peaceful waterfront setting, no HOA fee, and no HOA-imposed restrictions, this distinctive property offers room to spread out and enjoy a lifestyle that feels worlds away while remaining in the New Bern area and close to conveniences . A rare opportunity to own a custom Tab Premium Built Home with exceptional space, privacy, and timeless charm both inside and out! Schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 278 Skippers Rd
General
- Price: $1,295,000
- Taxes: $2,312 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100607549
- Updated: 10/1/2026
- Added to Site: 20 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Elevator, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log
- Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Trash Compactor, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven, Water Softener, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Double Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier, Other
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Non Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Eat-in kitchen: Yes
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Utility Sink
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Private
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Gas Log, Thermal Doors
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Wrap Around, Balcony, Front Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Paved, Unpaved, Garage
Location
- County: Jones
- Subdivision: Rivertides - Jones Co
- Driving Directions: On 17 from New Bern Take a Left on Shady Lane Then Take a Left on Skippers Rd. Home is at end of Road
School Information
- Elementary School: Pollocksville
- Middle School: Jones Middle
- High School: Jones Senior High
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Propane, Heat Pump, Fireplace(s), Active Solar, Electric, Forced Air, Solar
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Fiber Optic, Satellite Internet
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Doors: Thermal Doors
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 3,573
- Year Built: 2015
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guest House, Pool House, Workshop
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 5.24
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 228,254
- Lot Dimensions: Irregular
- Frontage: Private Road, Maintained, Unpaved
- Lot Features: Wooded, Navigable Water, Water Depth 4+, Secluded
- Zoning: Residential
- Fencing (Description): None
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Water Depth 4+
Green Features
- Energy Generation: Active Solar
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $266.19
- Assessment Amount: $745,440
- Tax Amount: $2,312.57
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: LOT NO 15 ''RIVER TIDES, PHASE TWO'' PLAT B/319/3&4
- Property ID: 544728640100
- Lot Number: 15
Listed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, ANDY BAYLISS and Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, Heather Blankenship
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Schools
Schools serving 278 Skippers Rd
School District:Jones County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Pollocksville Elementary 300 Trent Street, Pollocksville, NC 28573 | PK-6 | 3.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 278 Skippers Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 278 Skippers Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$5,516
—
$745,440
—
2025
$5,516
—
$745,440
—
2024
$5,516
3%
$745,440
—
2023
$5,367
—
$745,440
—
2022
$5,367
—
$745,440
4%
2021
$5,376
1%
$716,820
—
2019
$5,307
-2%
$716,820
—
2018
$5,442
-4%
$716,820
—
2017
$5,643
6%
$716,820
—
2016
$5,307
148%
$716,820
127%
2015
$2,136
3%
$315,382
—
2014
$2,082
-35%
$315,382
-22%
2013
$3,217
—
$402,064
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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278 Skippers Road, New Bern, NC 28562 (MLS# 100607549) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 278 Skippers Road is currently listed for $1,295,000 and was received on October 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 278 Skippers Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New Bern? You can browse all New Bern real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.