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About this home
Picture Perfect! Welcome home to this spacious River Bend property featuring a fenced backyard perfect for pets and outdoor activities! Many of the major updates have already been completed, including the roof, flooring, Goodman HVAC system, Takagi tankless water heater, and remodeled kitchen--all approximately eight years old. Inside, you'll find plenty of room to spread out and entertain. The large front living room provides an inviting gathering space, while the spacious dining room easily accommodates a large table along with additional furniture or display cabinets. The updated kitchen features light-colored cabinetry, granite countertops, a gas range, and a movable island. Its open connection to the family room makes it easy to stay part of the conversation while cooking. The family room offers warm bamboo flooring, a wood-burning fireplace, and French doors with two opening sidelights and screens leading to the back deck. The laundry room provides convenient access to the oversized two-car garage, which includes a side utility door to the backyard. Two guest bedrooms provide comfortable space for family and visitors, with one easily serving as a home office or hobby room. The primary bedroom offers an added bonus--a private office or sitting room surrounded on three sides by windows, creating a wonderful place to enjoy views of the backyard and gardens. Outside, the fenced yard is filled with established perennial gardens and even a small fish pond, creating a charming setting for relaxing. Conveniently located near Historic Downtown New Bern, shopping, medical facilities, and everyday conveniences. River Bend offers additional recreational opportunities including a dog park, waterfront park, boating and fishing. A wonderful combination of space, updates, outdoor living, and more in this desirable waterfront community!
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1986
- Lot
- 0.31 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Community
- River Bend
- County
- Craven
- Price per sq ft
- $182
- Stories
- 1
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $1,710 / year (2027)
- Listed
- Oct 21, 2026
- MLS #
- 100607380
Features
Inside
- Entrance Foyer
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Blinds/Shades
- Bamboo
- Carpet
- Tile
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Gas Range
Outside
- Storm Doors
- None
Community
- Waterfront Community
- Basketball Court
- Comm Garden
- Dog Park
- Maintenance Roads
- Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Restaurant
- Street Lights
- Private Golf Carts Allowed
Parking
- Garage Faces Front
- Concrete
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Street
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Gas Pack
- Heat Pump
- Natural Gas
Directions to 715 Plantation Drive
Rt. 17 S of New Bern, turn left on Shoreline Dr into River Bend. Turn left on Plantation Dr, Property #715 on the right.
Schools
- Elementary
- Ben Quinn
- Middle
- H. J. MacDonald
- High
- New Bern
As listed in the MLS (Craven County Schools). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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Recent sales like this in River Bend
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 Canebrake Drive, New Bern | Nov 10, 2026 | 2 / 2 | 1,479 | $299,000 | $202 |
| 108 Portside Lane, New Bern | Nov 3, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,827 | $309,000 | $169 |
| 304 N Carolina Drive, New Bern | Oct 8, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,910 | $255,000 | $134 |
| 208 Pinewood Drive, New Bern | Sep 21, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,617 | $339,000 | $210 |
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About 715 Plantation Drive
715 Plantation Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,810 square feet, built in 1986, on 0.31 acres in River Bend, New Bern, Craven County, NC 28562.
At $329,000, it's 4% below the median asking price ($344,400) of the 218 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in New Bern today.
That's about $182 per square foot, compared with a New Bern median asking price of $186 per square foot.
25 other homes are for sale in River Bend right now (median asking $310,000); 71 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $312,000, typically in about 60 days.
Across ZIP 28562, 526 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $324,650.
It has been on the market for 25 days.
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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What's my home worth? →Questions about 715 Plantation Drive
How much is 715 Plantation Drive?
715 Plantation Drive is listed at $329,000 (about $182 per square foot) as of November 15, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 715 Plantation Drive have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,810 square feet.
What neighborhood is 715 Plantation Drive in?
River Bend, in New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina.
How long has 715 Plantation Drive been on the market?
25 days. Homes in River Bend sold after a median of 60 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in River Bend?
71 homes sold in River Bend in the last 12 months, at a median price of $312,000.
When was 715 Plantation Drive built?
1986.
Who is the listing broker for 715 Plantation Drive?
TRENT RIVER REALTY (MLS #100607380). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 715 Plantation Drive?
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