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$339,000
Property Description
Welcome to easy living in the Vienna Modified Plan, where comfort, style, and everyday functionality come together. This thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an open layout perfect for both quiet evenings at home and gathering with friends and family. At the heart of the home, the kitchen invites connection with a large center island, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and abundant cabinetry--perfect for everything from quick breakfasts to weekend entertaining. The open living and dining areas feature durable laminate flooring and a natural flow that makes the space feel both welcoming and spacious. The private primary suite is designed as your personal retreat, tucked away from the secondary bedrooms and featuring a spacious walk-in closet, dual vanity, soaking tub, and separate glass shower--ideal for unwinding at the end of the day. Outside, the low-maintenance exterior gives you more time to enjoy life and less time worrying about upkeep, while the two-car garage adds convenience and extra storage space. Beyond the home itself lies the true luxury--the Fairfield Harbour lifestyle. This gated waterfront community offers an unmatched private-community experience with amenities including Harbour Pointe Golf Club with restaurant, two deep-water marinas, a private boat ramp, community center, swimming pools, pickleball and tennis courts, and scenic walking trails. Here, your days can begin with sunrise tee times, continue with afternoons on the water, and end with relaxing evenings close to home. Located just minutes from historic downtown New Bern, this home offers the perfect balance of coastal living and everyday convenience. Whether you are relocating, downsizing, or simply seeking a more relaxed pace of life, this property offers access to a coastal lifestyle rarely found at this value. Come discover a home designed for the way you live--where comfort, convenience, and community come together.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1831 Caracara Dr
General
- Price: $339,000
- HOA FEE: $124/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $71 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100563085
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 50 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Electric Range
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Waterfront Community, Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Community Pool, Dog Park, Golf Course, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Management, Pickleball, Playground, Ramp, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Paved, Garage7
Location
- County: Craven
- Subdivision: Fairfield Harbour
- Driving Directions: From Broad Creek RD: - Right onto Cassowary Lane - Right onto Caracara Drive
School Information
- Elementary School: Bridgeton
- Middle School: West Craven
- High School: West Craven
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Fairfield Harbour POA
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Carolina Water Service Inc
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,788
- Year Built: 2026
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,197
- Lot Dimensions: Irregular
- Frontage: Maintained, Paved, Paved
- Zoning: Residential
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $189.6
- Association Fee: $1,488
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $14,800
- Tax Amount: $71.38
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: LOT 15 MONTEGO SCT 6 PT 1
- Property ID: 2-052 -015
- Lot Number: 15
Listed by IBX Coastal Living, SARAH Michelle Palmer
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Schools
Schools serving 1831 Caracara Dr
School District:Craven County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bridgeton Elementary 230 Branch Canal Road, New Bern, NC 28560 | PK-5 | 6.6 mi |
West Craven Middle 515 Southwest Craven Middle School Road, New Bern, NC 28562 | 6-8 | 13.1 mi |
West Craven High 2600 Streets Ferry Road, Vanceboro, NC 28586 | 9-12 | 14.5 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 1831 Caracara Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/27/2026
Listed
$339,000
653.33%
MLS
10/16/2025
Sold
$45,000
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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 1831 Caracara Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$71
—
$14,800
—
2024
$71
—
$14,800
—
2023
$71
129%
$14,800
191%
2021
$31
—
$5,080
—
2022
$31
—
$5,080
—
2020
$31
—
$5,080
—
2019
$31
3%
$5,080
—
2017
$30
-3%
$5,080
-64%
2016
$31
—
$14,250
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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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1831 Caracara Drive, New Bern, NC 28560 (MLS# 100563085) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1831 Caracara Drive is currently listed for $339,000 and was received on March 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 1831 Caracara Drive? 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.
