1614 Spencer Avenue, New Bern, NC, 28560
About This Home
From the moment you drive up to this freshly painted, classic bungalow you'll feel welcome. As you step onto the old-fashioned, roomy front porch you'll feel the genuine charm of this beautifully maintained 1920 bungalow, located in the heart of the Historic Ghent neighborhood. This inviting home features three bedrooms and two full baths, along with a cozy living room with original French doors to your dining room. The rich wood floors throughout and stunning original windows, along with vintage tile in the bathrooms reinforce the authentic features in this home. Step out the back door to your newly updated back deck, ideal for entertaining, enjoying your morning coffee, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Your spacious backyard is perfect for gardening or recreation. Located in one of New Bern's most sought-after neighborhoods, this home is just minutes from historic downtown, the YMCA, hospital, shopping, and a variety of local restaurants. This is your opportunity to own a piece of history with modern livability in a highly desired location. Don't miss out on the chance to relax and unwind on your own original old-school front porch and connect with neighbors on your picturesque tree-lined street. Homes like this don't last long--call today!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Siding,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Oven,Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Other,Electric,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,451
- Total interior livable area: 1,451 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 8024 183
- Zoning: residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Open,Covered,Deck,Porch,Front Porch
- Fencing: Chain Link,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
- Living area range: 1400 - 1599
Lot
- Lot size: 7,840 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 150 x 50 x 150
Parking
- Parking features: On Site,Unpaved
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Winter Weather
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Craven County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,896 | $22,752 |
| Home Insurance * | $152 | $1,824 |
| Property Taxes | $271 | $3,252 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $2,519 | $30,228 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-20 | Price change | $375,000 |
| 2026-03-28 | Listed for sale | $385,000 |
| 2006-03-01 | Sold | $181,500 |
For Sale by Agent
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