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Restored Duplex with Separate Entrances

1222 National Avenue New Bern, NC 28560

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$647,500

MULTI_FAMILY - New Bern, NC

Property size:
5,030 SF
Lot size:
0.18 Acres
Price / SF:
$128/SF
Added:
Oct 14, 2024
Days on Market:
637
Last Refresh:
Jul 12 at 2:06 am

Property Features for 1222 National Avenue

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Res-2 Family
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4
Rooms
Bedroom 1, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 2
Parking features
Off Street
Security features
Security Lighting
Patio and Porch features
Patio, Porch
Interior features
Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Wash/Dry Connect, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Workshop
Exterior features
Mail on Site, Trash on Site
Appliances
Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dryer, Dishwasher
Standard status
Active
APN
8-005 -128
Size
5,030 SF
Lot size
0.18 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2022
Tax Description
1222 NATIONAL
Tax Annual Amount
1178

Utilities

Utilities
Water Available
Heating system
Heat Pump (Heating), Natural Gas, Solar (Heating), Passive Solar, Zoned, Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air, Zoned
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1920
Floors in Building
3
Number of units
2
Flooring type
Wood, Tile
Building materials
Brick, Brick/Stone, Wood Frame
Roof type
Metal
Additional Structures
Workshop

Listing agent Tracy P Dowling License #230926

Listing office Homecoin.com 600 B St. Suite 300, San Diego, NC

Listing date Oct 14, 2024

MLS# 100471151 Listing URL

Copyright © 2026 Hive MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historically restored duplex has undergone a complete renovation and includes energy-efficient, modern upgrades throughout. Each side is accessed through a common vestibule and has its own secure door, with original solid wood pocket doors that can be reopened to connect the front hallways if desired. Unit details include side A with 2 full baths, 3 bedrooms off a 6-foot wide hallway, a parlor, dining room, kitchen, and a full-height basement. Side B includes a full walk-up 3rd floor with 10-foot cathedral ceilings, a preparation area for a bathroom, and additional living and workroom space, along with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the 2nd floor, plus a ground-floor parlor, eat-in kitchen with storage, and a sunroom. Improvements noted include upgraded systems, rewired electricity, gas stoves and dryers, modern A/C and heat pumps, refinished hardwood floors, large operable windows, and wheelchair-accessible showers on the ground floor.

Located in New Bern, NC, the duplex is listed on the historic registry and is described as above the flood plain and beyond the 100-year mark. The shared property features include a deep, shaded front porch, a shared back garden with a large patio, finished gardens, locked storage under the shared back porch, and a parking pad.

For buyers and operators, the property’s two independently secured sides support owner-occupancy with rental income, while the home’s layout is also described as suitable for short- or long-term rentals, including AirBnB usage. Zoning is listed as Res-2 Family, and the configuration includes basements on both sides with access from inside and outside.

Key Highlights

  • Historically restored duplex built in 1920 with metal roof and brick/stone exterior.
  • Complete renovation with upgraded, energy‑efficient systems including modern A/C and heat pumps, gas stoves and dryers, and rewired electricity.
  • Side A totals about 2,000 SF with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 6‑ft wide hallway, and full‑height basement.

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $69.4k $13.80
− Vacancy −$4.5k −$0.90
EGI $64.9k $12.90
− OpEx −$19.5k −$3.87
NOI $45.4k $9.03
5,030 SF · lease $13.80/SF/yr · vacancy 6.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$649.0K
$567.9K – $757.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $45,431 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.02%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$587.1K
$513.7K – $685.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $41,097 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.35%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.66M
$1.45M – $1.93M (±1% cap)
NOI $116,086 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 17.93%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

The Duplex Property Investment Company

Suggested Use

Parking Lot & Garage HVAC Service Auto Parts Store Grocery & Convenience Store Plumbing Service Electrical Service Carpet & Flooring Store Skin Care Clinic Catering Service Veterinary Clinic

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Completely renovated duplex offers two secure units, energy-efficient systems, and shared outdoor space.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1222 National Avenue New Bern, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $647,500.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historically restored duplex built in 1920 with metal roof and brick/stone exterior.; Complete renovation with upgraded, energy‑efficient systems including modern A/C and heat pumps, gas stoves and dryers, and rewired electricity.; Side A totals about 2,000 SF with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 6‑ft wide hallway, and full‑height basement.
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