Frontage Type: See Remarks

Handicap Accessible: Accessible Full Bath; Accessible Hallway(s); Accessible Kitchen

View Type: See Remarks

Attic: Floored; Stairs - Perm; Walk-In

Basement: Exterior Entry; Partially Finished

Construction: Brick/Stone; Wood Frame

Exterior Features: Mail on Site; Trash on Site

Exterior Finish: Brick

Fencing: Full; Wood

Foundation: Brick/Mortar; Crawl Space; Pilings

Fuel Tank: None

Green Bldg Certify: None

Green Bldg Features: High Eff Toilets; Passive Solar; Prog Thermostats; Sealed Attic

Parking Features: Off Street; On Site; Paved

Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Porch

Roof: Metal

Levels: One

Lot Water Features: None

Cooling: Central Air; Zoned

Heating: Forced Air; Gas Pack; Heat Pump; Zoned

Heating System Fuel Source: Natural Gas

Water Heater: Electric

Utilities: Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Available; Water Available

Water Source: Municipal Water

Sewer: Municipal Sewer

Fireplace Features: See Remarks

Flooring: Tile; Wood

Interior Features: Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); High Ceilings; Pantry; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-in Shower; Wash/Dry Connect; Workshop

Security Features: Security Lights; Smoke Detector(s)

Laundry Location: Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer; Laundry Room

Dining Room Type: Combination; Formal; Kitchen

Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan

This beautiful restored Duplex gives you free living with elegance. Live on one side of this historically restored home and rent out the other side to cover all your expenses. Or use as income producing property and rent out both sides and cover your mortgage payments. This Duplex, as it is known on the historic registry, can be an investment for your retirement. It's also suitable for use as an AirBnB for short or long term rentals, as well as perfect for a large extended family. You will enjoy the return on your investment as the Historic District of Riverside is developing and properties in this quaint neighborhood are experiencing increased appreciation of their value. Property taxes are low and the neighborhood is close to downtown New Bern without the high property costs and parking problems. The Duplex has undergone a complete renovation . All systems have been upgraded to be energy efficient and modern while retaining the historic fabric of the building . Low energy bills as a result of modern A/C/heatpumps, gas stoves and dryers, and rewired electricity. The renovation focused on low maintenance: the outside is glazed brick which never needs oiling or painting. The building is above the flood plain and 100 year mark. Side A is 2000 sq ft with 2 full baths, 3 bedrooms off of a 6 foot wide sunny hallway useable as a work or play space, dedicated parlor, dining room, kitchen and full height basement. Side A is a mirror image of Side B with a few changes. Solid wood pocket doors original to the Duplex provide optional access between Sides A and B in the front hallways. This can easily be reopened to join the two sides into one very large home. Side B is 3500 sq ft and includes a full walk up 3rd floor with 10 foot high cathedral ceilings which is suitable for studio or work room space, or additional living area. This third floor includes preparation for a bathroom. Side B's second floor has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and the ground floor has a parlor, eat in kitchen with convenient drawers and storage, and a multipurpose sunroom. Discover some unusual features such as a large pantry with easy access drawers, a built in china cupboard, a hidden bank of drawers in the kitchen, an antique cast iron sink in the sunroom, a beautiful period fireplace in the parlor and restored beadboard in bathrooms, kitchen, and sunroom. All cabinets on both Side A and Side B are high end custom made solid maple wood. This includes bathroom cupboards as well as kitchen cupboards. Other special features are the ground floor walk in showers with teak gratings, custom tiling in bathrooms, and second floor washers and gas dryers. The basements on both sides of the house have access both from inside and outside. Large 6 foot high windows which open, 9 foot ceilings, and refinished hardwood floors throughout the house. The shared back garden boasts a large patio and parking pad, finished gardens and locked storage under the shared back porch. The front porch is deep and shaded, shared between the two sides of the duplex. Entry into the house is through a common vestibule and then each side has it's own secure door. Riverside is minutes away from downtown New Bern and the Neuse River. Enjoy 1920's atmosphere with 2023 living conditions!