501 Franklin Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560 – MLS# 100527335
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Courtesy of LINDA HOLLAND, COLDWELL BANKER SEA COAST ADVANTAGE
Description
A classic 1946 bungalow with timeless charm, this home is anything but a typical four-room layout. Warm and inviting, it offers far more space and versatility than expected. The living room sets the tone with calm paint colors, graceful arched doorways, and a large bay window that floods the space with natural light. Original pocket doors remain intact, leading to the formal dining room where a cozy fireplace and built-in bookshelves create a welcoming atmosphere.The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated and features a cheerful eat-in nook complete with a solar tube for extra light. A desirable split floor plan includes two bedrooms and a full bath on one side, offering comfort and privacy. Just off the primary bedroom, a light-filled sunroom–currently used as a studio–provides endless possibilities. Upstairs, a spacious loft offers another flexible living area, while the fully floored walk-in attic provides exceptional storage or potential for expansion. Add a full bathroom and definitely room for a clothing closet. Great flexibility.Pella windows throughout the home add efficiency and style. Outside, a large workshop/garage provides room for hobbies and projects, while the expansive backyard is the perfect retreat for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing.Recent updates include a brand-new heating system installed in May 2025. This home seamlessly blends 1940s character with thoughtful modern upgrades–move-in ready with space to grow.Centrally located to shopping, hospital and 7 min. to downtown New Bern.
HOA Amenities
Property Details and Features
Property Access
- Road Type/Frontage: Public (City/Cty/St)
Appliances & Equipment
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Range
- Gas Oven
- Dryer
- Disposal
Attic Information
- Floored
- Walk-In
Basement
- None
Bathrooms
- 2 total bathrooms
- 2 full bathrooms
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
Building
- Heated SqFt Range: 2000 – 2199
- 2,115 heated sqft
- Built in 1946
- 2 stories
- 9 rooms
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Porch/Balcony/Deck: Covered,Open,Porch,Deck
- Stories/Levels: One and One Half
Cooling
- Other
Dining Room
- Dining Room Type: Formal
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Thermal Doors
- Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Structures: Shed(s),Workshop
Fence
- Back Yard
- Wire
- Wood
- Partial
- Chain Link
Fireplaces
- 1
Floors
- Laminate
- Tile
- Wood
- Vinyl
Foundation
- Crawl Space
Garage
- 1 detached garage space
- 1 garage space
- 1 detached carport space
- 1 total carport space
- 1 RV/boat space
- 3 driveway spaces
- Garage & Parking: Tandem
Water Features
- Electric
Heating
- Gas Pack
Home Owner’s Association
- HOA Amenities: No Amenities
Interior Features
- Blinds/Shades
- Solid Surface
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Gas Log
- Master Downstairs
- Kitchen Island
- Bookcases
Laundry
- Laundry Location: Laundry Room
Listing
- Listed on 2025-08-27
- Construction Type: Stick Built
- List Price/SqFt: $189
- Terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Location
- County: Craven
- Zip Code: 28560
- Latitude: 35.106156
- Longitude: -77.069646
- Subdivision: Colonial Heights
- City Limits: Yes
Lot
- 17,860 sqft lot
- Lot Dimensions: irr
- 0.41 acres
- Lot Water Features: None
Energy Saving
- Green Bldg Certify: None
Parking
- Off Street
- Paved
- On Site
Pool
- None
Possession
- At Closing
Property
- Zoning: res
- Federal Flood Insurance available
- Home Warr/Termite: Termite Company: Eastline
- Home Warr/Termite: Termite Company Phone: 252-633-1719
- Home Warr/Termite: Termite Bond
Roof
- Shingle
Taxes
- Tax Assessed Value: $235,270
- Property Taxes: $2,036
- County Taxes: $918
- City Tax Rate: 3755
- Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Electric Provider: City of New Bern
- Sewer Provider: City of New Bern
- Water Provider: City of New Bern