2016 Spencer Avenue, New Bern, NC, 28560
About This Home
Charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the highly sought-after Ghent neighborhood, just minutes from downtown New Bern! Situated on a beautifully landscaped half-acre lot, this 1965 home blends thoughtful updates with classic character and ''old school'' charm. Inside, you'll find an upgraded interior that still holds onto its original personality, offering a unique and welcoming feel throughout. Outside, the property truly shines with multiple versatile spaces--including a detached shed that has been converted into a conditioned room with its own electric panel, perfect for a home office, studio, or guest space. A large barn/shed with electricity provides endless possibilities for a workshop, storage, or hobby area. No HOA! Conveniently located just 30 minutes to MCAS Cherry Point and only minutes from historic downtown New Bern, making it an ideal option for a variety of buyers. This one offers space, flexibility, and character--all in a prime location! For information about our preferred lender and the incentives you may qualify for, please ask your agent to review the agent comments for additional details.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1965
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick Veneer,Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Cooktop,Built-In Microwave,Washer,Refrigerator,Dryer,Dishwasher
- Laundry features: Laundry Closet
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedroom4
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Den
- Level: First
Dining Room
- Level: First
Features
- Master Downstairs,Entrance Foyer,Solid Surface,Bookcases,Ceiling Fan(s),Pantry,Walk-in Shower,Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: Parquet,Tile,Wood
- Attic: Access Only
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Gas Pack,Heat Pump,Electric,Natural Gas,Zoned
- Cooling features: Central Air,Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,317
- Total interior livable area: 2,317 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 8025 132
- Zoning: residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered,Patio,Porch
- Exterior features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Back Yard,Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
- Living area range: 2200 - 2399
Lot
- Lot size: 0.49 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 100 x 218 x 100 x 203
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street,On Site,Paved
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 | $2,007 | $24,084 |
| Home Insurance * | $161 | $1,932 |
| Property Taxes | $270 | $3,240 |
| Electricity | $215 | $2,589 |
| Total | $2,653 | $31,836 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-06 | Listed for sale | $397,000 |
| 2025-06-10 | Sold | $375,000 |
| 2025-05-06 | Contingent | $375,000 |
| 2025-05-01 | Listed for sale | $375,000 |
For Sale by Agent
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