The John R. B. Carraway House:
Designed by noted New Bern architect Herbert Woodley Simpson and featured in Peter Sandbeck's The Historic Architecture of New Bern, this distinguished Queen Anne home was built circa 1891 and served as the lifelong residence of preservationist Gertrude S. Carraway. Impeccably maintained and thoughtfully updated, the three-story residence spans 3,999 square feet and features four bedrooms, five full baths—including one on the first floor—and two versatile flex spaces ideal for a home office, fitness studio, or playroom. Rich with original character—including natural bead board ceilings and seven fireplaces (three with gas logs)—the home also offers a chef's kitchen and scullery with marble countertops, a copper sink and hood, and a built-in table crafted from reclaimed South Carolina cotton mill wood. The professionally designed gardens sit on a spacious lot with river views, a two-car carport, and storage sheds. Enjoy the sweeping front porch with Brazilian walnut floors, a newly painted exterior (2024), and a durable metal roof installed in 2019. This is a rare opportunity to own one of New Bern's architectural treasures—steeped in history, beautifully livable, and timeless in every way.
Under contract
$985,000
207 Broad Street, New Bern, NC 28560
4beds
3,999sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
$920,700 Zestimate®
$246/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 05, 2025 at 12:32pm
Listed by:
DOTTIE CORNING 252-876-7650,
NorthGroup
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100521033
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Family Room, Dining Room, Other, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: ensuite bath
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Description: currently used as an office
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Description: ensuite bath
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Dining room
- Description: Built in cabinet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Family room
- Description: Open to the kitchen and has gas log fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Kitchen
- Description: Marble counters, copper sink and hood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Living room
- Description: Fireplace with gas logs!
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Other
- Description: Flex Space
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Other
- Description: scullery- 2nd fridge, appliances
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 7
Other
- Description: Flex Space- exercise, office
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Heating
- Gas Pack, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Down Draft, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Solid Surface, Bookcases, 2nd Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: None
- Attic: Floored,Walk-In
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,999
- Total interior livable area: 3,999 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Lighted, Off Street
- Carport spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Gas Log, Storm Doors
- Fencing: Metal/Ornamental,Partial,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 9,147.6 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 8002A 202
- Zoning: C-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District,Historic Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: New Bern Downtown Historic
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Bern
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $246/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $904,420
- Annual tax amount: $8,564
- Date on market: 9/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 98 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$920,700
$875,000 - $967,000
$3,201/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2025 | Contingent | $985,000$246/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100521033 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $985,000+51.5%$246/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100521033 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2011 | Sold | $650,000+622.2%$163/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2003 | Sold | $90,000$23/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #10468845 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,637 +1.2% | $904,420 |
| 2023 | $8,534 | $904,420 +51.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $597,990 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$5,546/mo
Principal & interest
$4708
Property taxes
$493
Home insurance
$345
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28560
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Brinson Memorial ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 2.9 mi
- 9/10Grover C Fields MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 3/10New Bern HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brinson
- Middle: Grover C.Fields
- High: New Bern
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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