Rare opportunity to own a beautiful Craftsman home that is convenient to Downtown New Bern, MCAS Cherry Point, area beaches, shopping, parks, schools and restaurants. Originally built in the late 1800's, this gem has been thoughtfully updated for modern comfort, while retaining historic charm and appeal. The large, covered front porch greets family and friends into the spacious interior. Open Living Room area with original fireplace, newer lvp flooring and Dining space; Generously sized and Well Equipped Kitchen with plenty of counter tops, cabinetry and a year old stainless refrigerator. There are 3 Bedrooms, two full Baths and a Laundry Room. Gorgeous Family Room with Bead Board Ceilings and Hardwood floors. You will enjoy the fully conditioned and light filled Sunroom year round. The Outside areas are like none other and boast of a .7 acre lot, 2600sf Workshop, second Barn with lean-to storage, fenced garden areas, wood decking, a newly poured concrete driveway and so much more! If that is not enough, this home DID NOT FLOOD and has NO CITY TAXES. You owe it to yourself to check it out!
Sold for $305,000
$305,000
217 Gibbs Road, New Bern, NC 28560
3beds
1,482sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
0.69 Acres Lot
$311,600 Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$2,079 Estimated rent
Home value
$311,600
$293,000 - $330,000
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Second barnArea beachesLean-to storageNewer lvp flooringModern comfortMcas cherry pointBead board ceilings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Barbara Saunders Real Estate 252-626-6007,
Keller Williams Realty,
BARBARA SAUNDERS 252-626-6007,
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with:
Ellen Holmes Steeves Le, 270389
Brass Lantern Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100407222
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Sunroom, Family Room, Other
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 15.8
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 13.2
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 10.11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12.4
Family room
- Description: Beadboard Ceiling, Hardwood Floors
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.9 x 11.4
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.7 x 11.7
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5.3 x 7.2
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 13.3
Other
- Description: First Floor Workshop
- Level: Ground
- Dimensions: 70 x 20
Other
- Description: Upstairs Workshop
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 44 x 20
Sunroom
- Description: Heated and Cooled
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7.8 x 16
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Gas Log
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,482
- Total interior livable area: 1,482 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Concrete, Off Street, Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Wood,Other
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 300
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Barn(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 7039129 & 7039 142
- Zoning: resi
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: New Bern
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $206/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $208,490
- Annual tax amount: $1,029
- Date on market: 10/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2023 | Sold | $305,000-6.2%$206/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100407222 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2023 | Pending sale | $325,000$219/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100407222 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $325,000+107%$219/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100407222 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2016 | Sold | $157,000-7.6%$106/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #90101370 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2016 | Listed for sale | $169,900$115/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY #101370 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2016 | Pending sale | $169,900$115/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - New Bern #101370 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2015 | Price change | $169,900+6.2%$115/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY #101370 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2015 | Listed for sale | $160,000$108/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2013 | Sold | $160,000-5.8%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2011 | Listing removed | $169,900$115/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Zaytoun-Raines #78111 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2011 | Price change | $169,900-8.2%$115/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Zaytoun-Raines #78111 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2010 | Price change | $185,000+8.9%$125/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Zaytoun-Raines #78111 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2010 | Listed for sale | $169,900$115/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,109 +9.2% | $223,070 -8% |
| 2024 | $1,016 +1.2% | $242,340 +19.4% |
| 2023 | $1,004 | $202,990 +21.3% |
| 2022 | -- | $167,320 |
| 2021 | $1,039 | $167,320 |
| 2020 | -- | $167,320 |
| 2019 | $1,021 | $167,320 |
| 2018 | $1,021 +3.8% | $167,320 |
| 2017 | $984 +1% | $167,320 +9.2% |
| 2016 | $975 +24.8% | $153,160 |
| 2015 | $781 +0.3% | $153,160 |
| 2014 | $779 | $153,160 |
| 2013 | -- | $153,160 |
| 2012 | -- | $153,160 |
| 2011 | -- | $153,160 |
| 2010 | -- | $153,160 +348.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $34,160 -19.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $42,660 |
| 2007 | -- | $42,660 |
| 2006 | -- | $42,660 |
| 2005 | -- | $42,660 |
| 2004 | -- | $42,660 |
| 2002 | -- | $42,660 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: James City
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- 6/10Brinson Memorial ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- 9/10Grover C Fields MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.9 mi
- 3/10New Bern HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.3 mi
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