508A George Street Downtown Cottage Turnkey Airbnb with Furnished Option!,
Turnkey downtown cottage in the heart of New Bern's Historic District currently operating as a successful short-term rental and offered fully furnished or unfurnished for immediate flexibility.
This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home delivers the rare combination of lifestyle appeal and proven income potential in one of the city's most walkable locations.
Inside, the home features custom tile flooring throughout the main living areas and kitchen, paired with thoughtful updates that create a durable, low-maintenance interior ideal for guests or full-time living. Upstairs, refreshed flooring and two well-appointed bedrooms provide a comfortable, inviting retreat, complemented by two updated bathrooms.
Outdoor living is a standout feature, with a private fenced courtyard ideal for entertaining or relaxing, plus a second-floor balcony that extends the living space. A dedicated off-street parking space adds valuable convenience in a downtown setting.
Located just steps from local dining, shops, waterfront attractions, and within walking distance of Tryon Palace, this property sits in one of New Bern's most desirable and consistently in-demand areas.
Continue operating as a high-performing Airbnb, use it as a low-maintenance second home, or enjoy it as a primary residence in the heart of downtown.
Pending
$250,000
508 George Street #A, New Bern, NC 28560
2beds
1,152sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$245,500 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 67 days |
- 71 |
- 1 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Meg Underwood 252-229-9849,
Realty ONE Group East,
Jennifer Brinson 252-229-2227,
Realty ONE Group East
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100569058
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- None
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,152
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Balcony
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 36.03 x 60.59 x 31.38 x
Details
- Parcel number: 80037001
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: New Bern Downtown Historic
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: New Bern
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $168,170
- Date on market: 4/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 67 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$245,500
$233,000 - $258,000
$1,641/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Pending sale | $250,000$217/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000-28.6%$217/sqft |
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| 4/20/2026 | Listing removed | $349,900$304/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Price change | $349,900-12.3%$304/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,000$346/sqft |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28560
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Brinson Memorial ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 3.3 mi
- 9/10Grover C Fields MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10New Bern HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brinson
- Middle: Grover C.Fields
- 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
- 28560
- 508 George Street Unit A






