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.
For sale
$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
$938,700 Zestimate®
$246/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 27, 2025 at 10:57am
Listed by:
DOTTIE CORNING 252-876-7650,
NorthGroup
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100521033

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Description: ensuite bath
- Level: Second
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 16.00
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 13.00
Bedroom 2
- Description: currently used as an office
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 12.00
Bedroom 3
- Description: ensuite bath
- Level: Third
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 14.00
Dining room
- Description: Built in cabinet
- Level: First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 16.00
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 13.00
Family room
- Description: Open to the kitchen and has gas log fireplace
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 14.00
Kitchen
- Description: Marble counters, copper sink and hood
- Level: First
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 14.00
Living room
- Description: Fireplace with gas logs!
- Level: First
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 15.00
Other
- Description: scullery- 2nd fridge, appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 105
- Dimensions: 7.00 x 15.00
Other
- Description: Flex Space- exercise, office
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 13.00
Other
- Description: Flex Space
- Level: Second
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 14.00
Heating
- Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Disposal, Dishwasher
Features
- Solid Surface, Bookcases, 2nd Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,999
- Total interior livable area: 3,999 sqft
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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
- 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
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District,Historic Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Community Sewer
- Water: Community Water
- 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: 7/24/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
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