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Single family home for sale at 518 Ruth Ave, New Bern, NC 28560 | MLS# 100575890 | Listing updated on 2026-10-25
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$149,900

Monthly Est:$746

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518 Ruth Ave, New Bern, NC 28560

$746/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1959

  • $-- HOA

  • 0.06 acre lot

  • $171/sq.ft

Description

NEW PRICE $149,900! Here's an opportunity to own an updated 3-bedroom home at an affordable price point just minutes from Downtown New Bern! Renovated in 2019, this charming home offers easy-care LVP flooring, an updated kitchen and bath, energy-efficient windows, vinyl siding, a durable metal roof, and a tankless natural gas water heater.
Even better, the sellers have recently completed approximately $10,000 in crawlspace drainage and moisture-management improvements, including a sump pump, vapor barrier, dehumidifier and related work, providing added peace of mind for the next owner.
The fenced backyard offers space to relax, garden or entertain, and there's no HOA. W
ith public water and sewer and a convenient location close to shopping, dining and all that New Bern has to offer, this home is a great option for a first-time buyer, downsizer or investor.
Fresh price, completed improvements and ready for its next owner. Come take another look at 518 Ruth Avenue!

  • Houzeo last checked: 5 minutes ago
  • Listing updated: October 25, 2026 at 7:05 am
  • Listing Provided by: Sharon Overholt (252) 626-8897 DRE #258064 | Century 21 Coastal Advantage (252) 351-3030
  • Source: Hive MLS-NC | MLS#: 100575890 Hive MLS-NC

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    1

  • County

    Craven County

  • City

    New Bern

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1959

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    875 sqft

  • Lot Size

    0.06 acre lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Hive MLS

  • MLS Number

    100575890

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    167

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 3

    Bathroom: 1

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: Square Feet

    Dimensions: 176.00

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: Square Feet

    Dimensions: 60.00

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Main

    Area: Square Feet

    Dimensions: 80.00

  • Bedroom 3

    Level: Main

    Area: Square Feet

    Dimensions: 103.50

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: Square Feet

    Dimensions: 71.25

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Main

    Area: Square Feet

    Dimensions: 93.50

Interior

  • Flooring

    Lvt/lvp

  • Interior Features

    Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/shades

  • Appliances

    Built In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range

  • Cooling

    Wall/window Unit(s)

  • Heating

    Other, Electric

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1959

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Construction Materials

    Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame

  • Property Condition

    Completed, Updated Remodeled

  • Foundation Details

    Block, Crawl Space

  • Roof

    Metal

Utilities & Energy

  • Utilities

    Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Basement

    None

  • Parking Features

    Gravel, On Site

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    Sunnyside

  • Patio And Porch Features

    None

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/06/2026

Source: mls_logoHive MLS-NC #100575890

Price Decreased

$149,900 -6.31%

$171/sqft

09/16/2026

Source: mls_logoHive MLS-NC #100575890

Price Decreased

$160,000 -3.03%

$183/sqft

05/22/2026

Source: mls_logoHive MLS-NC #100575890

Listed for Sale

$165,000

$189/sqft

05/22/2026

Source: mls_logoHive MLS-NC #100575890

Off Market

$165,000 +41.03%

$189/sqft

11/10/2022

Source: #100345697

Price Increased

$117,000 +6.46%

$134/sqft

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