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518 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560

Sunnyside · Craven County

Key Facts

3Beds
1Baths
875Sq Ft
1959Year Built
0.06Lot (acres)
1Stories

Description

Modern updates meet low-maintenance living in this fully remodeled 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in Sunnyside. Renovated in 2019, this 875-square-foot property shines with energy-efficient windows, durable vinyl siding, a long-lasting metal roof, and a tankless natural gas water heater. Inside, you'll love the clean, updated finishes, including a ceramic-tile bathroom surround and a complete appliance package--plus a newer LG stacked washer/dryer. Conveniently located just off National Avenue, this home is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors looking for a turnkey rental. Easy to show--schedule your viewing today.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1959

Stories

1

Living Area

875 sq ft

Lot Size

0.06 acres

Lot Dimensions

50x50x50x50

Zoning

Residential

Days on Market

47

MLS® Listing#

100575890

Property Features

Interior

Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

WasherRefrigeratorDryerDishwasherElectric RangeMicrowaveGas Water HeaterTankless Water Heater

Cooling

Wall/Window Unit(s)

Heating

OtherElectric

Basement

NoneCrawl Space

Parking

GravelOn Site

Patio

None

Fencing

Back YardWood

Construction

Vinyl SidingFrame

Foundation

Block

Roof

Metal

Windows

Window Coverings

Utilities

Cable AvailableSewer ConnectedWater Connected

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Rooms

  • Bedroom 28.0x10.0Main
  • Bedroom 39.0x11.5Main
  • Dining Room8.0x7.5Main
  • Kitchen7.5x9.5Main
  • Living Room16.0x11.0Main
  • Master Bedroom8.5x11.0Main

Schools

Elementary:
Oaks Road
Middle:
H. J. MacDonald
High:
New Bern

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual Taxes

$910

Tax year 2025

Assessed Value

$109,010

Parcel Number

8-015 -218

Directions

National Avenue to Ruth Avenue Home is on the right four houses down from Riverside Hardware Store

Affordability Calculator

$33,000

Estimated monthly payment

$878/mo

Principal $132,000 · Est. interest $184,152 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in New Bern, NC

$375,000
Median Listing Price
79
Median Days on Market
2,024
Median Sq Ft
$200
Median Price / Sq Ft
479
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 56% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 6% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in New Bern, NC.

Location

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Points of Interest in New Bern, NC

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Nearby Schools

  • Craven County Schools Board of Education

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • Oaks Road Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.8 mi away

  • A Step Above Learning Academy

    School · 0.8 mi away

  • Noah's Ark Pre-School

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Grover C Fields Middle School

    Secondary · 1.4 mi away

  • Calvary Baptist Church School

    School · 1.5 mi away

  • Little Hands Day Nursery

    School · 1.6 mi away

  • 3 C's Cox Childcare Center

    School · 1.6 mi away

  • Trent Park Elementary

    Elementary · 1.8 mi away

  • The Epiphany School

    Secondary · 1.9 mi away

  • Excel Learning Center

    School · 2.2 mi away

  • Bridgeton Elementary School

    Elementary · 2.3 mi away

  • HJ MacDonald Middle School

    Secondary · 2.6 mi away

  • St Paul Catholic School

    School · 2.8 mi away

  • Bangert Elementary School

    Elementary · 3.2 mi away

  • Craven County Schools

    School · 3.2 mi away

  • New Bern High School

    Secondary · 3.9 mi away

  • Kingdom Academy

    School · 4.0 mi away

  • Brinson Memorial Elementary

    Elementary · 4.2 mi away

  • Kiddie Kollege Infant Toddler Center

    School · 4.5 mi away

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