Great Investment Opportunity!!! Endless Potential in the Heart of Downtown New Bern! Welcome to 2248 square feet of opportunity! This rare 7-bedroom, 6-bathroom property is perfectly situated in historic downtown New Bern and offers unparalleled flexibility for investors, entrepreneurs, or those seeking a unique live-work space. Whether you're dreaming of a thriving Airbnb, boutique guest house, specialty housing, or a spacious multi-generational home, this property is ready to deliver. With six bathrooms already in place, privacy and comfort are easily accommodated for multiple guests or residents. Features include: 7 private bedrooms - perfect for flexible configurations 6 full bathrooms - ideal for short-term stays or extended living Prime downtown location - steps from restaurants, shops and more! Charming historic character with modern upgrades throughout. Proven potential for rental income or special use permitting Zoned for versatility and located in one of North Carolina's most beloved historic towns, this property is more than just a home - it's a business opportunity, creative space, and investment all in one. Don't miss this chance to own a piece of downtown New Bern with unlimited potential. Schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$111Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by 2REALTORS Better Than 1• HomeSmart Connections
Listed by Erika Your Real Estate Agent Jaeger• HomeSmart Connections
Est. $2,072 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 922 Elm St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Hive MLS #100528336
Aug 19, 2026
Sold
$250,000
$111/sq ft
Jul 13, 2026
Contingent
—
May 19, 2026
Price Changed
$250,000
$111/sq ft
Mar 27, 2026
Price Changed
$300,000
$133/sq ft
Mar 27, 2026
Price Changed
$330,000
$147/sq ft
Mar 19, 2026
Price Changed
$270,000
$120/sq ft
Mar 9, 2026
Price Changed
$300,000
$133/sq ft
Mar 7, 2026
Price Changed
$320,000
$142/sq ft
Oct 21, 2025
Price Changed
$350,000
$156/sq ft
Sep 1, 2025
Listed
$370,000
$165/sq ft
Hive MLS #100466501
Dec 17, 2024
Sold
$180,000
$80/sq ft
Sep 16, 2024
Listed
$180,000
$80/sq ft
+18
Plenty of space in this two story home in the heart of New Bern and tons of potential. Newer metal roof has been added to this home in recent years. The wrap around porch adds charm to this home that is almost 100 years old. Enter to center hall that has rooms to each side that were most likely living or sitting rooms at one time. There is a kitchen at the back right of the first floor and a first floor bathroom. There are four traditional bedrooms on the second floor and a hall bathroom. There is a small room on the third floor that may have been an attic at one time. Level lot has a chain link fenced in back yard and a storage shed. Piano and Refrigerator in hallway convey as well as range in kitchen. This property is being sold in as-is condition with no repairs being made by Seller.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,114 (+141.8%)
$7,200 + $117,590
$124,790
2022
$461
$7,200 + $60,720
$67,920
2021
$461 (+0.9%)
$4,000 + $34,440
$38,440
2020
$457
$4,000 + $34,440
$38,440
2019
$457 (+8.7%)
$4,000 + $34,440
$38,440
2018
$420
$4,000 + $34,440
$38,440
2017
$420
$4,000 + $34,440
$38,440
2016
$420 (−12.9%)
$4,000 + $34,440
$38,440
2015
$482
$4,000 + $34,440
$38,440
2014
$482
$7,480 + $43,360
$50,840
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,492 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
2,448
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Craven County
APN
8-007 -198
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-6
Residential District
The R-6 residential district is designed to accommodate single-, two-, and multifamily dwellings with 6000 square feet minimum lots for one dwelling unit and 2000 square feet required for each additional unit. Mobile homes and mobile home parks are also permitted and shall be subject to the standards described in sections 15-164 and 15-165. For the R-6 residential district, in promoting the general purposes of this ordinance, the specific intent of this district is: To encourage continued use of the land for residential purposes and certain compatible nonresidential uses.; To prohibit commercial and industrial use of the land; to prohibit any other use which would substantially interfere with the development or continuation of residential structures in the district.; To encourage the discontinuance of existing uses that would not be permitted as new uses in the district.; To discourage any use which because of its character or size would generate traffic or require municipal services substantially in excess of traffic and services that would exist if the district were developed solely for residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: On Site
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Other, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Other, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Kitchen Island
Appliances: Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Wrap Around
Fencing: Chain Link, Back Yard
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Entry Level: 1
Sq. Ft.: 2248.0
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 3
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Frontage Type: See Remarks
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 0.17
Lot Size Dimensions: 67 x 112
Lot Size Area: 0.17
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,041.75
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: J. T. Barber
Middle Or Junior School: H. J. MacDonald
High School: New Bern
Location Information
Directions: East on Broad Street, left on Roundtree Street and right on Elm Street. Home is on the corner of Roundtree Street and Elm Street.
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,448
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,492 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Craven County
APN: 8-007 -198
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Jacksonville Board of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
J T Barber Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
H J MacDonald Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
5/10
New Bern High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
98% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
New Bern, NC • 28560
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
6.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$235,000 – $285,000
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