1018 Karen Drive, New Bern, NC 28562

Sale details

Sold price: $284,000
Sold on: Aug 31, 2026
First listed at: $300,000
Last asking price: $285,000 (−5%)
Sold vs. first asking: 94.7%
Sold vs. last asking: 99.6%
Days on market: 93

Earlier at this address

Date	Event	Price
Jan 23, 2026	Sold	$223,000 (asked $219,000)
Aug 17, 2011	Sold	$121,000 (asked $129,900)

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About this home

Peace of mind meets modern style in this stunningly updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. Owned and meticulously renovated by a licensed professional (Top Tier Electrical Solutions), no detail has been overlooked. The electrical system has been completely overhauled--meaning absolutely every switch, outlet, and stylish new fixture has been updated. Step inside to a fully transformed interior featuring a beautifully remodeled kitchen. Every single wall throughout the house has been expertly patched and finished with a fresh, professional paint palette. You can move in with total confidence knowing the plumbing has been fully updated, the roof is brand new (2026), and both the HVAC system and LVP flooring are just two years old. Relax in the climate-controlled sunroom or step out into the massive .58-acre fenced lot to enjoy the operational above-ground pool--perfect for those North Carolina summers. Complete with a tankless water heater and a 12'x24' outbuilding fully wired with electricity, this isn't just a house; it's a high-performance home ready for its next chapter!

Facts

Type: Single Family Residence
Year built: 1965
Lot: 0.58 acres
Community: Kingswood Villas
County: Craven
Stories: 1
Construction: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Crawl Space
Water: Public
Property tax: $1,537 / year (2025)
MLS #: 100567550

Features

Inside

Master Downstairs
Bookcases
Ceiling Fan(s)
Gas Log
LVT/LVP
Tile
Dishwasher

Outside

Level

Parking

Attached
Covered
Paved

Heating & cooling

Propane
Gas Pack
Heat Pump
Space Heater
Electric
Natural Gas
Central Air

Directions to 1018 Karen Drive

Hwy 17 take the Exit for Glenburnie Rd and head NE for about 1 mile. Turn to head SE on Hwy 55 for about 0.25 mile and turn right on Karen Drive. The property will be on the right.

Schools

Elementary: Trent Park
Middle: H. J. MacDonald
High: New Bern

As listed in the MLS. School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.

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About 1018 Karen Drive

1018 Karen Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,492 square feet, built in 1965, on 0.58 acres in Kingswood Villas, New Bern, Craven County, NC 28562.

2 homes sold there in the last 12 months.

Across ZIP 28562, 532 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $322,025.

Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.

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Questions about 1018 Karen Drive

How much is 1018 Karen Drive?

1018 Karen Drive sold for $284,000 on August 31, 2026 (last asking price $285,000). It is not for sale now.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1018 Karen Drive have?

3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,492 square feet.

What neighborhood is 1018 Karen Drive in?

Kingswood Villas, in New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina.

What have homes sold for in Kingswood Villas?

Only 2 homes sold in Kingswood Villas in the last 12 months — too few for a reliable typical price.

When was 1018 Karen Drive built?

1965.

Who is the listing broker for 1018 Karen Drive?

Craven Property Partners (MLS #100567550).

1018 Karen Drive New Bern, NC 28562 · Kingswood Villas