509 Metcalf ST New Bern, NC 28560
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Coming Soon
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,598 sqft
Price per Sqft $257
Subdivision New Bern Downtown Historic
MLS Listing ID 100601759
Style Wood Frame,Stick Built
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1890
Lot Size 8,276 Sqft
Acres 0.19
Lot Dimensions irregular
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Hive MLS
Property Description
Inside, a welcoming foyer and original statement staircase immediately showcase the craftsmanship found throughout the home. Soaring 9.5-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, handsome hardwood doors, and 14 original front windows (with storm windows) preserve its period character. To the left, the gracious front living room features a large bay window and beautiful fireplace mantel. A double-sided fireplace with a gas insert connects the living room to the adjoining library, where custom bookcases incorporate wood salvaged from New Bern's historic Elks Lodge.
At the rear of the home, the floor plan transitions seamlessly to modern living. The chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry by Mike's Custom Cabinets, granite countertops, an island and peninsula, gas cooktop, two dishwashers, beverage refrigerator, separate prep sink, and a deep main sink beneath a large garden window. The kitchen opens to the dining and family rooms, where abundant windows provide views of the screened porch and spacious backyard. A dedicated laundry/pantry room with custom cabinetry and utility sink, along with a convenient half bath, completes the first floor.
Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private balcony, plantation shutters, dual closets, and a well-appointed bath featuring a walk-in tiled rain shower with a bench and a classic clawfoot tub. Two additional bedrooms share a renovated hall bath with walk-in tiled shower, while the front bedroom features another striking bay window and plantation shutters. The third floor offers approximately 200 square feet of additional bonus space (not included in the primary square footage), providing a versatile area well suited for an office, studio, playroom, or other flex space.
Outside, the large fenced backyard is a rare find in the heart of downtown, with brick walkways and plenty of room to garden, entertain, or simply unwind. Two outbuildings provide valuable additional space: an approximately 110-square-foot storage shed and an approximately 148-square-foot storage/workshop building. Off-street parking accommodates two vehicles.
Additional improvements and features include a metal roof installed in 2007 and maintained with periodic repainting, a Rinnai tankless water heater, repainted porches in 2024, improvements to both outbuildings in 2025, and a new Whirlpool stackable washer and dryer installed in 2026.
Historic character, gracious living spaces, modern functionality, and an exceptional downtown location come together at 509 Metcalf Street--a home with a story more than a century in the making.
Location
State NC
County Craven
Community New Bern Downtown Historic
Zoning Residential
Direction From downtown New Bern at the intersection of Broad Street and East Front Street, travel west on Broad Street. Turn right onto Metcalf Street. Continue approximately two blocks to 509 Metcalf Street on the left.
Location Details Mainland
Rooms
Other Rooms Shed(s)
Basement None
Primary Bedroom Level Non Primary Living Area
Interior
Interior Features High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades
Heating Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Furnishings Unfurnished
Fireplace Yes
Window Features Storm Window(s)
Appliance Gas Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven, Freezer, Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Garden
Parking Features Off Street, Tandem
Pool None
Utilities Available Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Waterfront Description None
View See Remarks
Roof Type Metal
Porch Patio, Screened, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Garage No
Building
Entry Level Three Or More
Foundation Crawl Space
Water Public
Architectural Style Historic District, Historic Home
Level or Stories 3
Structure Type Garden
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Brinson
Middle Schools Grover C.Fields
High Schools New Bern
Others
Tax ID 8-003-016
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Special Listing Condition Standard
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