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512 Middle Street, New Bern, NC 28560
$950,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
5
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
3,235
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
6,098
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$950,000
List Date:
8/08/2026
Last Modified:
9/09/2026
Overview
Description
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An extraordinary opportunity to own the Claudius E. Foy House, one of the most historically significant residences in Downtown New Bern! Designed by renowned architect Herbert Woodley Simpson, whose work helped shape the City's architectural legacy, this exceptional home has been thoughtfully updated while preserving an extraordinary collection of original details rarely found in such remarkable condition. Step inside to a breathtaking foyer featuring a grand turned staircase, exquisite millwork, stunning hardwood floors, handcrafted mantels for six fireplaces (one with gas logs), an elegant formal dining room, and what is believed to be more original pressed tin ceilings than any other home Downtown. The craftsmanship throughout is simply unmatched! Offering five bedrooms, including a primary suite, the home also features a first-floor bedroom (currently used as a den) with a detached full bath, an updated kitchen, a light-filled sun porch, one of Downtown's most inviting front porches, beautifully landscaped grounds, and off-street parking. The insulated attic (1051 sq ft) with an interior stair case could potentially be finished for additional space. As if that weren't enough, the property also includes a recently completed detached studio cottage (406 sq ft) with a kitchenette, bathroom, washer/dryer hook ups, Murphy bed, and living space--perfect for guests, a private office, an artist's studio, or a cool entertaining space. Adjacent to the cottage is a custom storage area/workshop (247 sq ft), offering the perfect space for hobbies, projects, recreational gear, and more. Just a few blocks from the restaurants, shops, waterfront, and cultural attractions of Downtown New Bern, the Claudius E. Foy House represents a rare opportunity to own one of the city's true architectural treasures. Homes of this caliber seldom become available. Note square footage: home = 3367; attic = 1051; basement = 621; studio cottage = 406; storage/workshope = 247.
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- Tomorrow, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Listing Details MLS# 100593015
Contract Info
- Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- Construction Type
- Stick Built
- Marketing Start Date
- 2026-07-31
- Listing Price
- 950000
- List Price/SqFt
- 293.66
- Stipulation of Sale
- Standard
Location Information
- Street #
- 512
- Street Name
- Middle
- Street Suffix
- Street
- County
- Craven
- State/Province
- NC
- Zip Code
- 28560
- City Limits
- Yes
- Marketing City
- New Bern
- Subdivision
- New Bern Downtown Historic
- Secondary Subdivision
- N/A
Remarks and Showing
- Directions to Property
- Broad Street to Middle Street toward Johnson Street. Home is just before the corner of Johnson and Middle Streets.
- Sign on Property
- Yes
Property Exterior Info
- New Construction
- No
- Lot Acres
- 0.14
- Lot SqFt
- 6098
- Lot Dimensions
- 54.5x107
- Waterfront
- No
- Location Type
- Mainland
Property Interior Info
- SqFt - Heated (Primary)
- 3235
- Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate)
- 3235
- # Rooms
- 12
- # Baths - Full
- 3
- # Baths - Total
- 3
- # Bedrooms
- 5
- Master Bedroom Level
- Non Primary Living Area
- Stories Total
- 2
- Fireplace Y/N
- Yes
Legal Taxes
- Year Built
- 1901
More Information
Entry Level Information
- Entry Level
- Yes
HOA and Neigh Amenities
- Club Membership
- None Selected
Rooms
- Bathroom 1 Level
- Second
- Bathroom 2 Level
- Second
- Bathroom 3 Level
- First
- Bedroom 2 Level
- Second
- Bedroom 3 Level
- Second
- Bedroom 4 Level
- Second
- Bedroom 5 Level
- First
- Dining Room Level
- First
- Kitchen Level
- First
- Living Room Level
- First
- Master Bedroom Level
- Second
- Sunroom Level
- First
Property Features
Showing Instructions:
24 Hour Notice; Showing Service
Frontage Type:
See Remarks
View Type:
None
Basement:
Crawl Space; Unfinished; Unfinished
Construction:
Wood Frame
Architectural Style:
Historic District; Historic Home
Exterior Finish:
Wood Siding
Fencing:
Back Yard; Wood
Foundation:
Combination
Parking Features:
Off Street
Patio and Porch Features:
Covered; Porch
Roof:
Metal
Levels:
Two
Trash Collection:
City Pick-UP
Cooling:
Central Air; Heat Pump
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating System Fuel Source:
Electric; Natural Gas
Utilities:
Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Available; Water Available
Sewer:
Municipal Sewer
Water Source:
Municipal Water
Fireplace Features:
Gas Log
Interior Features:
Basement; Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Gas Log; Generator Plug; High Ceilings; Kitchen Island; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s)
Heated SqFt:
3000 - 3499
Dining Room Type:
Formal
HOA and Neigh Amenities:
Street Lights
Rooms:
Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Sunroom
Terms:
Cash; Conventional
Room Information
| Room Name | Level |
|---|---|
| Master Bedroom | Second |
| Bedroom 2 | Second |
| Bedroom 3 | Second |
| Bedroom 4 | Second |
| Dining Room | First |
| Bedroom 5 | First |
| Kitchen | First |
| Sunroom | First |
| Living Room | First |
| Bathroom 2 | Second |
| Bathroom 3 | First |
| Bathroom 1 | Second |
IDX
Listing Office:
COLDWELL BANKER SEA COAST ADVANTAGE
Last Updated: September - 09 - 2026
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