NEW PRICE $149,900! Here's an opportunity to own an updated 3-bedroom home at an affordable price point just minutes from Downtown New Bern! Renovated in 2019, this charming home offers easy-care LVP flooring, an updated kitchen and bath, energy-efficient windows, vinyl siding, a durable metal roof, and a tankless natural gas water heater.
Even better, the sellers have recently completed approximately $10,000 in crawlspace drainage and moisture-management improvements, including a sump pump, vapor barrier, dehumidifier and related work, providing added peace of mind for the next owner.
The fenced backyard offers space to relax, garden or entertain, and there's no HOA. With public water and sewer and a convenient location close to shopping, dining and all that New Bern has to offer, this home is a great option for a first-time buyer, downsizer or investor.
Fresh price, completed improvements and ready for its next owner. Come take another look at 518 Ruth Avenue!
For sale
Price cut: $10.1K (10/6)
$149,900
518 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
3beds
875sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$148,200 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Clean updated finishesEnergy-efficient windowsMetal roofLuxury vinyl flooringDurable vinyl sidingCeramic tile bathroom surroundComplete appliance package
- 141 days
- 496
- 39
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sharon Overholt 252-626-8897,
Century 21 Coastal Advantage
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100575890
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9 x 11.5
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8 x 7.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 9.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Heating
- Other, Electric
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: LVT/LVP
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 875
- Total interior livable area: 875 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, On Site
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 2,614 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 50 x 50 x 50
Details
- Parcel number: 8015 218
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sunnyside
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Bern
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $109,010
- Annual tax amount: $910
- Date on market: 8/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 141 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$148,200
$141,000 - $156,000
$1,448/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2026 | Price change | $149,900-6.3%$171/sqft |
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| 9/16/2026 | Price change | $160,000-8.5%$183/sqft |
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| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $174,900+6%$200/sqft |
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| 7/21/2026 | Listing removed | $165,000$189/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $165,000+41%$189/sqft |
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| 11/9/2022 | Sold | $117,000+6.5%$134/sqft |
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| 10/11/2022 | Pending sale | $109,900$126/sqft |
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| 9/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $109,900$126/sqft |
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| 9/12/2022 | Pending sale | $109,900$126/sqft |
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| 9/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $109,900+40.9%$126/sqft |
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| 10/6/2020 | Sold | $78,000-11.9%$89/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100226393 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2020 | Pending sale | $88,500$101/sqft |
Source: TRENT RIVER REALTY - HISTORIC #100226393 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2020 | Price change | $88,500-4.3%$101/sqft |
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| 7/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $92,500+42.3%$106/sqft |
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| 8/8/2019 | Sold | $65,000$74/sqft |
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| 7/17/2019 | Pending sale | $65,000$74/sqft |
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| 7/16/2019 | Listed for sale | $65,000$74/sqft |
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| 6/1/2019 | Pending sale | $65,000$74/sqft |
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| 5/30/2019 | Price change | $65,000-13.3%$74/sqft |
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| 5/17/2019 | Price change | $75,000-9.6%$86/sqft |
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| 5/8/2019 | Price change | $83,000-2.4%$95/sqft |
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| 3/28/2019 | Listed for sale | $85,000$97/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $982 | $109,010 |
| 2025 | $982 | $109,010 |
| 2024 | $982 +2.4% | $109,010 |
| 2023 | $959 | $109,010 +69.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $64,420 |
| 2021 | $731 | $64,420 |
| 2020 | -- | $64,420 +7.8% |
| 2019 | $725 +42% | $59,750 +155.9% |
| 2018 | $510 +89.4% | $23,350 |
| 2017 | $269 | $23,350 -12.1% |
| 2016 | $269 +0.1% | $26,560 |
| 2015 | $269 | $26,560 |
| 2014 | $269 | $26,560 |
| 2013 | -- | $26,560 |
| 2012 | -- | $26,560 |
| 2011 | -- | $26,560 -18.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $32,560 +7% |
| 2009 | -- | $30,430 |
| 2008 | -- | $30,430 |
| 2007 | -- | $30,430 |
| 2006 | -- | $30,430 |
| 2005 | -- | $30,430 +37.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $22,160 |
| 2002 | -- | $22,160 |
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Neighborhood: 28560
Nearby schools
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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