1222 National Ave New Bern, NC 28560

A historically restored duplex listed on the historic registry, configured as two separate living areas (Side A and Side B) with features suited to rental use and potential accommodation for an extended family. The property was fully renovated with modern, energy-efficient systems including A/C heat pumps, gas stoves and dryers, and rewired electricity; the exterior is finished in glazed brick with a low-maintenance exterior surface. The building is situated above the flood plain and includes large 6-foot high windows, 9-foot ceilings, and refinished hardwood floors. Side A provides approximately 2,000 sq ft with 2 full bathrooms, 3 bedrooms accessed from a 6-foot wide hallway, a parlor, dining room, kitchen, and a full-height basement with both interior and exterior access. Side B provides approximately 3,500 sq ft and includes a full walk-up 3rd floor with 10-foot high cathedral ceilings suitable for a studio or additional living area, with bathroom preparation; the second floor has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, and the ground floor includes a parlor, eat-in kitchen, and a sunroom. Both kitchens and bathrooms feature custom solid maple wood cabinetry. Ground-floor showers on the accessible level are wheelchair accessible and include teak gratings, and the upper-level units include washers and gas dryers. Each side has basements accessible from inside and outside. The shared exterior includes a back garden with a large patio, parking pad, finished gardens, and locked storage under the shared back porch, along with a deep, shaded front porch shared by both sides and entry through a common vestibule; optional interconnection between Sides A and B is provided by solid wood pocket doors. The property is located minutes from downtown New Bern and the Neuse River.