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    • $210,000

    511 Blades Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560

    3beds
    1,823sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    6,970 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $115/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Thicker wood constructionTimeless character
    Charming Older Home with Strong Bones & Profitable Investment Opportunity! (Clouded Title) Welcome to 511 Blades Ave, a historic gem in the heart of New Bern, NC! This charming property showcases the craftsmanship of a bygone era with thicker wood construction, offering the kind of durability and ''strong bones'' rarely found in newer homes. Blending timeless character with modern income potential, this home currently operates as a rental, do not disrupt tenants. This property is both charm and profit! Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a piece of New Bern history. Come discuss the endless options, do your homework.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Craig Tribus 804-656-5007,

    Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100467423MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Living Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 15 x 15
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 15 x 15
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 11 x 11
      Bathroom 1
      • Dimensions: 11 x 9
      Bathroom 2
      • Dimensions: 10 x 11
      Dining room
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 15 x 15
      Kitchen
      • Dimensions: 13 x 11
      Living room
      • Dimensions: 15 x 27
      Heating
      • Electric, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,823
      • Total interior livable area: 1,823 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street, Gravel, Off Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
      • Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: See Remarks
      • Frontage type: See Remarks
      Lot
      • Size: 6,970 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 141 x 51 x 141 x 51
      Details
      • Parcel number: 8005 042
      • Zoning: Residential
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: New Bern

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $115/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $98,490
      • Annual tax amount: $977
      • Date on market: 2/7/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 667 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Commercial,Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/13/2026Price change$210,000-30%$115/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100467423 Report a problem
        4/30/2025Price change$300,000+71.4%$165/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100467423 Report a problem
        2/7/2025Listed for sale$175,000+169.2%$96/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100467423 Report a problem
        11/30/2024Listing removed$65,000$36/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100467423 Report a problem
        10/24/2024Price change$65,000-75.5%$36/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100467423 Report a problem
        9/23/2024Listed for sale$265,000+1%$145/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100467423 Report a problem
        9/6/2024Listing removed$262,500$144/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100446965 Report a problem
        7/6/2024Price change$262,500-0.9%$144/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100446965 Report a problem
        6/17/2024Price change$264,8000%$145/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100446965 Report a problem
        5/28/2024Listed for sale$264,900$145/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100446965 Report a problem
        5/9/2024Listing removed--
        Source: Hive MLS #100440054 Report a problem
        5/2/2024Price change$264,9000%$145/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100440054 Report a problem
        4/22/2024Listed for sale$265,000$145/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100440054 Report a problem
        4/11/2024Listing removed--
        Source: Hive MLS #100429715 Report a problem
        2/27/2024Listed for sale$265,000+8.2%$145/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100429715 Report a problem
        2/26/2024Listing removed--
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        2/2/2024Listed for sale$245,000$134/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        1/22/2024Pending sale$245,000$134/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        1/18/2024Price change$245,000-2%$134/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        11/14/2023Price change$250,000-10.7%$137/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        11/7/2023Price change$280,000-1.8%$154/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        10/31/2023Price change$285,000-1.7%$156/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        9/26/2023Listed for sale$290,000-3.3%$159/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        8/10/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        7/17/2023Listed for sale$300,000+130.8%$165/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100393263 Report a problem
        11/16/2022Sold$130,000+664.7%$71/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100339083 Report a problem
        2/18/2011Sold$17,000$9/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #90078635 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$989 $158,340 +33.6%
        2024$989 +1.2%$118,490
        2023$977 $118,490 +39.7%
        2022-- $84,790
        2021$884 $84,790
        2020-- $84,790
        2019$875 $84,790
        2018$875 +3.2%$84,790
        2017$847 $84,790 +56.5%
        2016$847 +78.2%$54,180
        2015$475 $54,180
        2014$475 $54,180
        2013-- $54,180 -52.5%
        2012-- $114,090
        2011-- $114,090
        2010-- $114,090 +103.4%
        2009-- $56,080
        2008-- $56,080
        2007-- $56,080
        2006-- $56,080
        2005-- $56,080
        2004-- $56,080
        2002-- $56,080
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28560

        Getting around

        23 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        59 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Oaks Road
        • 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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