Last Sold Price
3 beds2,246 sqft$115/sqft
1319 Rhem AveNew Bern, NC28560

Description

Welcome to the charming, old-fashioned, historic Ghent neighborhood, just a mile from historic Downtown New Bern. This spacious home features high ceilings, plenty of natural light, much of its original wood flooring, large living and dining rooms, built-in shelving, a screened-in back porch, separate laundry area, possible office area/nursery/craft room/extra closet, and best of all—a generously sized front porch so you can truly enjoy this neighborhood's charm while you visit with your neighbors....Welcome to the charming, old-fashioned, historic Ghent neighborhood, just a mile from historic Downtown New Bern. This spacious home features high ceilings, plenty of natural light, much of its original wood flooring, large living and dining rooms, built-in shelving, a screened-in back porch, separate laundry area, possible office area/nursery/craft room/extra closet, and best of all—a generously sized front porch so you can truly enjoy this neighborhood's charm while you visit with your neighbors. There's a convenient, cozy 2-bedroom garage apartment, as well as a very pretty and sunny backyard. With loads of square footage (plus a garage/workshop!) , this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is filled with potential just waiting for your personal touch and vision to make it perfect for you. Bonus feature: both the house and apartment are equipped with Rinnai tankless water heaters! Don't miss this incredible opportunity—it's priced to sell, so schedule your appointment today and make this gem your paradise.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/21/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by MARGARET BARTLETT • Brokerage DRE #C30908 • COLDWELL BANKER SEA COAST ADVANTAGE
    P: (252)-634-7937 C: (252)-634-7937 margaret@margaretbartlett.com

Property Details for 1319 Rhem Avenue

Status
MLS #
100500106
Days on Market
51
Taxes
$2,698 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1940
Lot Size
0.18 AC / 7,623 SF
Subdivision Name
Ghent Historic
Waterfront
No
Zoning
residential

Location

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Sold By Keller Williams Realty

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Building Information for 1319 Rhem Avenue

Stories2Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,623 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,536 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,311

Property Taxes

$225

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1319 Rhem Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: First Street to Trent Road and left on Rhem Avenue. House is on the left.
  • Latitude: 35
  • Longitude: -77
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: none
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 8-011-136
  • Tax Book Number: 0
  • Tax Legal Description: 1319 RHEM AVE LOT 120 GHENT
  • Tax Map Number: 0
  • Tax Assessed Value: $305,860
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Brinson
  • High School: New Bern
  • Middle Or Junior School: Grover C.Fields
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: On Street, Off Street, Unpaved
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Range: 2200 - 2399
  • Building Area Total: 2246.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 0.17
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7623.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 150 x 50 x 150
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2246.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 2508
  • Deed Page: 619.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer, City of New Bern
  • Trash Collection: City Pick-UP
  • Electric Provider: City of New Bern
  • Natural Gas Provider: Piedmont Natural Gas Co.
  • Water Provider: City of New Bern
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Asbestos
  • Construction Materials: Asbestos
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, Covered, Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Metal, Shingle
  • Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.0
  • Attic Features: Access Only
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Dining Room Type: Formal
  • Master Bedroom Level: Non Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Dining Area, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Other
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 13.3
  • Room Width: 10.3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 2
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Width: 13.3
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 27.4
  • Room Width: 12.7
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 13.3
  • Room Width: 10.3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 9.9
  • Room Width: 8.2
  • Room Type: Other
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 12.75
  • Room Width: 9.6
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 14.3
  • Room Width: 12.75
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 1319 Rhem Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 21, 2025

Sold

NCRMLS #100500106

$258,000
Jun 23, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1909653834

$258,000

+0.7% / yr

May 29, 2025

Pending

NCRMLS #100500106

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/21/2025

Sold

NCRMLS #100500106

$258,000
06/23/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1909653834

$258,000

+0.7% / yr

05/29/2025

Pending

NCRMLS #100500106

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Public Records for 1319 Rhem Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$45,000Additions$260,860Total$305,860
Tax Record2024$2,697 ($225 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,480 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyCRAVENAPN8-011 -136

Schools near 1319 Rhem Avenue

This home is within Craven County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 4 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Brinson Memorial Elementary
PublicK to 5

Grover C Fields Middle
Public6 to 8

New Bern High
Public9 to 12

Craven Virtual Academy
Public4 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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