509 Metcalf Street, New Bern, NC 28560

Sale details

Sold price: $663,000
Sold on: Oct 20, 2026
First listed at: $670,000
Sold vs. first asking: 99%
Days on market: 8

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About this home

Welcome to the Annie Dinkins Tenant House, a beautifully preserved 1890s residence ideally situated on one of downtown New Bern's most desirable blocks. Rich in history, architectural character, and thoughtful updates, this distinctive home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy downtown living with generous indoor and outdoor spaces, off-street parking, and a location just blocks from New Bern's waterfront, restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions. 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. Bonus: this property is NOT in a designated flood zone! 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.

Facts

Type: Single Family Residence
Year built: 1890
Lot: 0.19 acres
Community: New Bern Downtown Historic
County: Craven
Stories: 3
Construction: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Metal
Foundation: Crawl Space
Water: Public
Property tax: $4,274 / year (2026)
MLS #: 100601759

Features

Inside

High Ceilings
Entrance Foyer
Bookcases
Kitchen Island
Ceiling Fan(s)
Pantry
Walk-in Shower
Blinds/Shades
Ceramic Tile
Hardwood
Gas Cooktop
Built-In Electric Oven
Freezer
Washer
Refrigerator
Dishwasher

Outside

Garden
None

Parking

Off Street
Tandem

Heating & cooling

Electric
Forced Air
Heat Pump
Natural Gas
Central Air
Ceiling Fan(s)

Directions to 509 Metcalf Street

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.

Schools

Elementary: Brinson
Middle: Grover C.Fields
High: New Bern

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

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About 509 Metcalf Street

509 Metcalf Street is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,598 square feet, built in 1890 in New Bern Downtown Historic, New Bern, Craven County, NC 28560.

12 other homes are for sale in New Bern Downtown Historic right now (median asking $584,900); 33 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $445,000, typically in about 58 days.

Across ZIP 28560, 344 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $301,500.

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 509 Metcalf Street

How much is 509 Metcalf Street?

509 Metcalf Street sold for $663,000 on October 20, 2026 (last asking price $670,000). It is not for sale now.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 509 Metcalf Street have?

3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 2,598 square feet.

What neighborhood is 509 Metcalf Street in?

New Bern Downtown Historic, in New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina.

What have homes sold for in New Bern Downtown Historic?

33 homes sold in New Bern Downtown Historic in the last 12 months, at a median price of $445,000.

When was 509 Metcalf Street built?

1890.

Who is the listing broker for 509 Metcalf Street?

NorthGroup (MLS #100601759).

509 Metcalf Street New Bern, NC 28560 · New Bern Downtown Historic