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$235,000 Sale Pending
Property Description
NOT IN FLOOD ZONE, Charming cottage-style ranch in the gated waterfront community of Fairfield Harbour! This light-filled, easy-flow home features a large master suite, two guest bedrooms, guest bath, and a spacious living/family room with a fireplace. The welcoming kitchen and dining area opens to daily living, with a separate laundry for convenience. Enjoy year-round outdoor living in the fully enclosed, heated and air-conditioned sunroom. Ideal for first-time buyers, retirees, or investors, this home pairs comfort with low-maintenance appeal. Fairfield Harbour offers boating, golf, tennis, swimming and more. Downtown New Bern--fine dining, live music, shopping, historic sites and cultural events--is just a short drive. Don't miss this one--schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1836 Caracara Dr
General
- Price: $235,000
- HOA FEE: $124/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $1,041 (2025)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100568215
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 13 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Mini Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Range
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Garage, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Community Pool, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Course, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Marina, Picnic Area, Playground, Ramp, Security, Street Lights, Taxes, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Storm Doors, Thermal Doors
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Enclosed, Porch
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: On Site, Paved
Location
- County: Craven
- Subdivision: Fairfield Harbour
- Driving Directions: NC-55/US-17 toward New Bern/Washington. Take the NC-55 exit toward Bayboro. Turn right on Broad Creek Rd. Turn right onto Cassowary Lane and then right onto Caracara Drive
School Information
- Elementary School: Bridgeton
- Middle School: West Craven
- High School: West Craven
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: FH POA
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Community Sewer
- Water: Community Water
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Doors: Thermal Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 1,608
- Year Built: 1984
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,810
- Lot Dimensions: 195 x 75
- Frontage: Private Road, Maintained, Paved, Paved
- Zoning: Residential
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $146.14
- Association Fee: $1,488
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $215,920
- Tax Amount: $1,041.38
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: 378 MONTEGO SEC 6 PT 1
- Property ID: 2-052 -378
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Schools
Schools serving 1836 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 1836 Caracara Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2026
Listed
$235,000
70.29%
MLS
7/03/2018
Sold
$138,000
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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 1836 Caracara Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,113
—
$215,920
—
2024
$1,113
1%
$215,920
—
2023
$1,101
26%
$215,920
61%
2021
$876
—
$133,810
—
2022
$876
1%
$133,810
—
2020
$869
—
$133,810
—
2019
$869
100%
$133,810
—
2017
-100%
$133,810
-19%
2016
$846
—
$165,970
—
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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1836 Caracara Drive, New Bern, NC 28560 (MLS# 100568215) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1836 Caracara Drive is currently listed for $235,000 and was received on May 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 1836 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.
