517 Ruth Avenue

Closed 4/8/26
Closed 4/8/26
517 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
Living Room
Kitchen
Back Yard
517 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Guest Bathroom
Back Yard
Detached Building
Backyard
Backyard
Backyard
Back of Home
Side of Home
Covered Front Porch
517 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
517 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
Sold
Last Sold Price
$156,925
3 beds1,075 sqft

517 Ruth Ave, New Bern, NC 28560

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.15 acresLot Size
1958Year Built
$146/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Charming brick home in a highly convenient New Bern location, close to shops, parks, and all the local attractions that make New Bern town special. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home spans 1,075 sq ft, featuring a cozy living room, a functional kitchen, and spaces ready for your personal touch. Ideal for first-time buyers, down-sizers, or investors, this property offers flexibility and comfort in a desirable area. Located in a flood zone but with no history of flooding, this property provides peace of mind...Charming brick home in a highly convenient New Bern location, close to shops, parks, and all the local attractions that make New Bern town special. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home spans 1,075 sq ft, featuring a cozy living room, a functional kitchen, and spaces ready for your personal touch. Ideal for first-time buyers, down-sizers, or investors, this property offers flexibility and comfort in a desirable area. Located in a flood zone but with no history of flooding, this property provides peace of mind while offering a canvas for your ideas—perfect for creating a future that fits your lifestyle or investment goals. Contact us today for your private showing!
  • Listed by: ROWLAND & THE HOME SALES TEAM 252.631.6787 rowland@homesalesteamenc.com Brokerage DRE #C17862 • Keller Williams Realty
  • Listed by: ROWLAND BOWEN 252.259.6904 Rowland@homesalesteamenc.com Brokerage DRE #C17862 • Keller Williams Realty
Listing closed: 04/08/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Hive MLS, MLS#: 100546087
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$168,500

Avg days on market

27

Sale-to-list ratio

96.0%

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Property Information for 517 Ruth Avenue

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Craven County
  • Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
  • View: See Remarks
  • Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Lot Size: 0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: From Trent Blvd, turn onto Simmons Street. Right onto Oaks Road. Right onto Ruth Avenue. Home is on the left.
  • Latitude: 35
  • Longitude: -77
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: N/A
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 8-016 -004
  • Tax Book Number: N/A
  • Tax Legal Description: 517 RUTH AVE
  • Tax Map Number: N/A
  • Tax Assessed Value: $99,660
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: Oaks Road
  • High School: New Bern
  • Middle Or Junior School: H. J. Mac Donald
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, On Site

Property

Lot Information
  • Living Area Range: 1000 - 1199
  • Building Area Total: 1075.0
  • Frontage Type: See Remarks
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6534.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 65 x 108 x 5 x 108
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1075.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 0724
  • Deed Page: 156.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: City of New Bern
  • Electric Provider: City of New Bern
  • Water Provider: City of New Bern
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Brick Veneer
  • Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storm Doors
  • Fencing: Full, Chain Link
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.0
  • Attic Features: Floored - Partial, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Natural Gas
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Flooring: LVT/LVP, Laminate
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Gas Pack, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
  • Levels: One
  • Room Type: Living Room, Dining Area, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)

Room Information

Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 9.7
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 14.7
  • Room Width: 9.5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 14.4
  • Room Width: 9.7
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Width: 13.25
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 10.7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2

Agent

Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 517 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 17, 2026

Temporarily Off Market

Hive MLS #100543085

—
Apr 8, 2026

Sold

Hive MLS #100546087

$156,925—
Apr 7, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1939931837

$157,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/17/2026

Temporarily Off Market

Hive MLS #100543085

—
04/08/2026

Sold

Hive MLS #100546087

$156,925
04/07/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1939931837

$157,000

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Public records

517 Ruth Avenue

Beds

3

Baths

1

Total Finished SqFt

1,000 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,000 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

6,634 SqFt

Schools near 517 Ruth Avenue

This home is within Craven County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Oaks Road Academy
Public - PK to 5
H J MacDonald Middle
Public - 6 to 8
New Bern High
Public - 9 to 12
Craven Early College High
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Oaks Road Academy
PublicPK to 5

H J MacDonald Middle
Public6 to 8

New Bern High
Public9 to 12

Craven Early College High
Public9 to 13

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 517 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
$156,925
3
1,075
6,534
515 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
$130,000
3
1,503
11,325
519 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
$30,000
2
800
6,970
522 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
$14,000
3
1
875
2,536
520 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
–
3
1
875
2,571
524 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
$45,000
3
1
875
2,584

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