Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/08/2026
Sold
$156,925
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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$156,925
Property Description
Charming brick home in a highly convenient New Bern location, close to shops, parks, and all the local attractions that make New Bern town special. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home spans 1,075 sq ft, featuring a cozy living room, a functional kitchen, and spaces ready for your personal touch. Ideal for first-time buyers, down-sizers, or investors, this property offers flexibility and comfort in a desirable area. Located in a flood zone but with no history of flooding, this property provides peace of mind while offering a canvas for your ideas-perfect for creating a future that fits your lifestyle or investment goals. Contact us today for your private showing!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 517 Ruth Ave
General
- Sold For: $156,925
- Taxes: (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100546087
- Added to Site: 154 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
- Appliances: Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Storm Doors
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street, On Site
Location
- County: Craven
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
- Driving Directions: From Trent Blvd, turn onto Simmons Street. Right onto Oaks Road. Right onto Ruth Avenue. Home is on the left.
School Information
- Elementary School: Oaks Road
- Middle School: H. J. MacDonald
- High School: New Bern
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Gas Pack, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: City of New Bern
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Square Feet: 1,075
- Year Built: 1958
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,534
- Lot Dimensions: 65 x 108 x 5 x 108
- Frontage: City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Fencing (Description): Full, Chain Link
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $158.14
- Assessment Amount: $99,660
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: 517 RUTH AVE
- Property ID: 8-016 -004
Listed by Keller Williams Realty, ROWLAND & THE HOME SALES TEAM and Keller Williams Realty, ROWLAND BOWEN
Sold by Century 21 Zaytoun Raines, LYNNE DAVENPORT
Listing agents
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Schools
Schools serving 517 Ruth Ave
School District:Craven County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Oaks Road Academy 2811 Oaks Road, New Bern, NC 28560 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
H J Macdonald Middle 3127 Elizabeth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28562 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
New Bern High 4200 Academic Drive, New Bern, NC 28562 | 9-12 | 3.8 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 517 Ruth Ave
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517 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560 (MLS# 100546087) is a Single Family property that was sold at $156,925 on April 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 517 Ruth 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.