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$375,000
Property Description
From the moment you drive up to this freshly painted, classic bungalow you'll feel welcome. As you step onto the old-fashioned, roomy front porch you'll feel the genuine charm of this beautifully maintained 1920 bungalow, located in the heart of the Historic Ghent neighborhood. This inviting home features three bedrooms and two full baths, along with a cozy living room with original French doors to your dining room. The rich wood floors throughout and stunning original windows, along with vintage tile in the bathrooms reinforce the authentic features in this home. Step out the back door to your newly updated back deck, ideal for entertaining, enjoying your morning coffee, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Your spacious backyard is perfect for gardening or recreation. Located in one of New Bern's most sought-after neighborhoods, this home is just minutes from historic downtown, the YMCA, hospital, shopping, and a variety of local restaurants. This is your opportunity to own a piece of history with modern livability in a highly desired location. Don't miss out on the chance to relax and unwind on your own original old-school front porch and connect with neighbors on your picturesque tree-lined street. Homes like this don't last long--call today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1614 Spencer Ave
General
- Price: $375,000
- Taxes: $1,666 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100563268
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 49 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
- Appliances: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Open, Covered, Deck, Porch, Front Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: On Site, Unpaved
Location
- County: Craven
- Subdivision: Ghent Historic
- Driving Directions: Trent road to Spencer Avenue heading toward town, house will be on the left between 4th and 5th Streets.
School Information
- Elementary School: Brinson
- Middle School: Grover C.Fields
- High School: New Bern
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Other, Electric, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, City of New Bern
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 1,451
- Year Built: 1920
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,841
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 150 x 50 x 150
- Frontage: City Street, State Road
- Zoning: residential
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link, Back Yard
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $258.44
- Assessment Amount: $199,570
- Tax Amount: $1,666.01
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: 413 GHENT
- Property ID: 8-024 -183
Listed by Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, MARGARET BARTLETT
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Schools
Schools serving 1614 Spencer Ave
School District:Craven County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brinson Memorial Elementary 319 Neuse Forest Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560 | K-5 | 3.6 mi |
Grover C Fields Middle 2000 M L King Jr Boulevard, New Bern, NC 28560 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
New Bern High 4200 Academic Drive, New Bern, NC 28562 | 9-12 | 3 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 1614 Spencer Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/28/2026
Listed
$375,000
104.92%
MLS
4/07/2006
Sold
$183,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1614 Spencer Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,738
—
$199,570
—
2024
$1,738
2%
$199,570
—
2023
$1,706
-7%
$199,570
17%
2021
$1,840
—
$170,830
—
2022
$1,840
1%
$170,830
—
2020
$1,822
—
$170,830
—
2019
$1,822
5%
$170,830
—
2017
$1,743
—
$170,830
-1%
2016
$1,743
—
$172,330
—
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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1614 Spencer Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560 (MLS# 100563268) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1614 Spencer Avenue is currently listed for $375,000 and was received on March 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 1614 Spencer Avenue? 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.
