Last Sold Price
2 beds754 sqft$46/sqft
601 Ruth Ave, New Bern, NC 28560

Description

Quaint cottage in lovely setting among cedars, dogwoods, camelias and azaleas has tons of potential. Two bedrooms, one opening to sunroom and one opening to back deck. Hardwood floors and vintage kitchen and bath. Modern heat pump. Home features a spare lot next door which is partially fenced in for kids or animals. Perfect for the gardener. This gem just needs some polish to sparkle. Extra lot is buildable per city of new bern planning dept.Quaint cottage in lovely setting among cedars, dogwoods, camelias and azaleas has tons of potential. Two bedrooms, one opening to sunroom and one opening to back deck. Hardwood floors and vintage kitchen and bath. Modern heat pump. Home features a spare lot next door which is partially fenced in for kids or animals. Perfect for the gardener. This gem just needs some polish to sparkle. Extra lot is buildable per city of new bern planning dept.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/05/2018 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by CONNIE SITHENS • Brokerage DRE #C30908 • COLDWELL BANKER SEA COAST ADVANTAGE
    P: (252) 474-4054 C: (252) 474-4054 connieaboutnewbern@gmail.com

Property Details for 601 Ruth Avenue

Status
MLS #
100054605
Days on Market
407
Taxes
$424 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1947
Lot Size
0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
Subdivision Name
Cleveland Park
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Features
None
Zoning
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$40,000

Avg days on market

53

Sale-to-list ratio

85.0%

New Bern, NC

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Location

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Building Information for 601 Ruth Avenue

Stories1Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF

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$213 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$178

Property Taxes

$35

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 601 Ruth Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: From Broad Street in New Bern, take George to National to left on Wilson to right on Cutler. Home is on the corner of Cutler and Ruth.
  • Latitude: 35
  • Longitude: -77
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
  • Association Amenities: See Remarks
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 8-015-113
  • Tax Book Number: Book 2
  • Tax Legal Description: 201 and 203 CLEVELAND PARK
  • Tax Map Number: Page 93
  • Tax Assessed Value: $48,870
  • Tax Year: 2016
School Information
  • Zoned High School: New Bern
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Total: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Unpaved, Off Street
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Water Features: None
  • Building Area Total: 754.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Area: 0.32
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13939.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 108 x 130
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 754.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Storage, Workshop
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 2833
  • Deed Page: 601.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer, City of New Bern
  • Electric Provider: City of New Bern
  • Water Provider: City of New Bern
  • Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Asbestos
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Asbestos
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Partial
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.0
  • Attic Features: Access Only
  • Pool Spa Features: None
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Dining Room Type: Kitchen
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Basement: None
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Blinds/Shades
  • Levels: One
  • Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2
  • Rooms Total: 4
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 15.3
  • Room Width: 9.4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 13.7
  • Room Width: 11.7
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 15.6
  • Room Width: 9.4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 13.7
  • Room Width: 11.7
  • Room Type: Living Room

Property History for 601 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 5, 2018

Sold

NCRMLS #100054605

$35,000
Jun 17, 2018

Pending

NCRMLS #100054605

Jun 6, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1292739001

$35,000

-7.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/05/2018

Sold

NCRMLS #100054605

$35,000
06/17/2018

Pending

NCRMLS #100054605

06/06/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1292739001

$35,000

-7.1% / yr

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Public Records for 601 Ruth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$11,000Additions$79,170Total$90,170
Tax Record2025$825 ($69 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt804 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt804 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,048 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947CountyCRAVENAPN8-015 -113

Schools near 601 Ruth Avenue

This home is within Craven County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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: 601 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
$35,000
2
754
13,939
$68,000
7,057
$14,000
2,310
6,661
6,991
$23,000
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