Welcome home to this charming Craftsman-style cottage nestled in one of New Bern's most desirable neighborhoods! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,086 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with modern updates and low-maintenance living in mind.
Enter inside to find stylish LVP flooring throughout and fresh, updated paint that creates a bright and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen comes fully equipped--all appliances convey, including a newer refrigerator and microwave--making your move seamless and stress-free.
The cozy front porch is perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation, while the back patio overlooks a fully fenced backyard--ideal for pets, entertaining, or simply enjoying a little privacy.
The spacious primary suite features a large walk-in closet and a relaxing soaker tub, creating your own personal retreat. With a newer roof and easy-care exterior, this home is as practical as it is adorable.
Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for a turnkey investment, this delightful cottage checks all the boxes!
Sold for $225,000
Zestimate®
$225,000
228 Forest Park Drive, New Bern, NC 28562
3beds
1,086sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
5,663 Square Feet Lot
$225,000 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$1,642 Estimated rent
Home value
$225,000
$214,000 - $236,000
$1,642/mo
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Cozy front porchFresh updated paintKitchen comes fully equippedFully fenced backyardBright and inviting atmosphereEasy-care exteriorNewer roof
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
ROWLAND & THE HOME SALES TEAM 252-631-6787,
Keller Williams Realty,
KATIE LEMAIRE 910-750-2887,
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with:
Kristopher Ateman, 316162
The Housing Mentors
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100571928
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, Living Room, Breakfast Nook
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: LVT/LVP
- Attic: Access Only
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,086
- Total interior livable area: 1,086 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Site, Paved
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 5,663 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 128 x 45 x 128 x 44
Details
- Parcel number: 8240G 023
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Surrey Downs
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: None
- HOA fee: $200 annually
- HOA name: Surrey Downs II Homeowners Association, Inc.
Location
- Region: New Bern
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $207/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $162,330
- Annual tax amount: $1,355
- Date on market: 5/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 17 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Sold | $225,000$207/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100571928 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Contingent | $225,000$207/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100571928 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000+50%$207/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100571928 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,500-25%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/11/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,000$2/sqft |
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| 10/18/2023 | Sold | $150,000+36.4%$138/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2020 | Sold | $110,000-12%$101/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100208373 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2020 | Pending sale | $125,000$115/sqft |
Source: REAL ESTATE PLUS #100208373 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $125,000$115/sqft |
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| 7/31/2020 | Pending sale | $125,000$115/sqft |
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| 3/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $125,000$115/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,427 | $162,330 |
| 2024 | -- | $162,330 |
| 2023 | $1,399 | $162,330 +88% |
| 2022 | -- | $86,360 |
| 2021 | $960 | $86,360 |
| 2020 | -- | $86,360 |
| 2019 | -- | $86,360 |
| 2018 | $951 +5.8% | $86,360 |
| 2017 | $899 | $86,360 -25.2% |
| 2016 | $899 -14.3% | $115,400 |
| 2015 | $1,049 | $115,400 |
| 2014 | $1,049 | $115,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $115,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $115,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $115,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $115,400 +46.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $78,720 |
| 2008 | -- | $78,720 |
| 2007 | -- | $78,720 |
| 2006 | -- | $78,720 |
| 2005 | -- | $78,720 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28562
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Trent Park ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10H J MacDonald MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10New Bern HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Trent Park
- Middle: H. J. MacDonald
- High: New Bern
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Craven County
- New Bern
- 28562
- 228 Forest Park Drive
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